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Joaquin Curate

Virginia Beach,VA

Summary

Adept at optimizing logistics and enhancing public transit operations, I leveraged my skills in vehicle inspection and customer relations to excel at Hampton Roads Transit and other notable organizations. Recognized for outstanding duty performance, combining safety-focus with effective communication, driving significant improvements in operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Transit Bus Operator

Hampton Roads Transit
Norfolk, VA
02.2024 - Current
  • Maintained a clean and functional vehicle, conducting thorough checks before each shift to ensure operational readiness.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Provided passenger assistance, collected fares and offered schedule and route information.
  • Assisted passengers with special needs, ensuring a comfortable and accessible transit experience for all riders.
  • Enhanced passenger satisfaction by providing timely and efficient transportation services.

Logistics Supervisor

Dept of Navy Military Sealift Command
Norfolk, VA
01.2023 - 02.2024
  • Coordinated daily logistics activities for timely order fulfillment and customer satisfaction.
  • Optimized storage solutions within ships holds to maximize space utilization while underway at sea.
  • Collaborated with other supervisors to maintain smooth inter-departmental communication and operations.

Truck Driver

PODS Enterprises
Chesapeake, VA
02.2021 - 02.2022
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.

Rollback Operator

Fairway Golf Car
Medford, NY
02.2019 - 03.2022

Operated hydraulic systems proficiently, ensuring safe loading and unloading of equipment during transport assignments.

  • Enhanced company reputation by consistently delivering high-quality rollback services on time and within budget constraints.
  • Collaborated with site managers to coordinate efficient scheduling of rollback services, optimizing resource utilization.
  • Demonstrated strong attention to detail when securing loads onto trailers using chains, straps, or cables – preventing incidents of equipment damage or loss during transit.
  • Delivered non-drivable vehicles between car lots and service centers.

Logistics Officer

Civil Air Patrol
Islip,ny & Virginia Beach,Va
08.2012 - Current
  • Provided procurement of goods, provision of transportation services, tracking of movement and change to support safe and secure operations.
  • Supervised logistics functions and operations.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams in executing complex logistics projects, resulting in successful completion within deadlines and budgets.
  • Managed logistics assets for timely and cost-effective delivery of cargoes.
  • Maintain Air Force assets among 7 squadrons & MacArthur airport facility [KISP].
  • Logistics Section Chief
  • Communications Unit Leader-CUL
  • Senior Rating Communications
  • Master rating Logistics/ Supply
  • NY State Logistics Officer of the Year 2015
  • Commanders Commendation Award for Outstanding Duty Performance

Volunteer Firefighter

Gordon Heights Vol. Fire Dept
Medford, NY
02.2004 - 06.2012
  • Fire scene safety officer cert, Heavy rescue cert
  • Collaborated closely with fellow firefighters to ensure smooth communication and coordination during emergencies.
  • Assisted in reducing property damage during fires with strategic placement of ladders, hoses, and other firefighting equipment.
  • Fire Apparatus Driver Trainer
  • Strengthened firefighter skills through ongoing professional development opportunities such as attending workshops or conferences related to the field.
  • CPR/First Aid Certified
  • Dispatch Fire\ EMS Calls
  • Fema Certifications: (Incident Command) ICS100, ICS200, ICS300, ICS400, ICS700, ICS800
  • Firefighter of the year award 2008,2009 & Chiefs Award 2008,2009

Skills

  • CPR/First Aid Certified
  • Dispatch Fire\ EMS Calls
  • FEMA ICS100, ICS200, ICS300, ICS400, ICS700, ICS800
  • Vehicle Inspection
  • Fire Apparatus Chauffer , Ambulance Driver
  • Schedule Adherence
  • Customer relations skills
  • Firefighter/ Ems personnel
  • Commercial Drivers License CDL
  • Public Transit Operations
  • Safety-focused
  • Communications Unit Leader-CUL

Timeline

Transit Bus Operator

Hampton Roads Transit
02.2024 - Current

Logistics Supervisor

Dept of Navy Military Sealift Command
01.2023 - 02.2024

Truck Driver

PODS Enterprises
02.2021 - 02.2022

Rollback Operator

Fairway Golf Car
02.2019 - 03.2022

Logistics Officer

Civil Air Patrol
08.2012 - Current

Volunteer Firefighter

Gordon Heights Vol. Fire Dept
02.2004 - 06.2012
Joaquin Curate