Jose L. Arzuaga

Experienced and proactive Bus-Rail Maintenance Mgr. offering 11+ years of maintenance-repairs serving CTAs needs in Bus and Rail. I am currently stationed at Kimball Rail Shop (Brown Line) Tasked with overseeing an Excellent Team of Repairmen maintaining the Brown Line Fleet. Monitoring repairs, costs, utilizing time to control, loss prevention and of revenue because of lack of equipment. Using management initiatives and technical skills to streamline and enhance operations. Decisive planner with good communication and multi-tasker problem-solving abilities. Forward-thinking Manager with comprehensive technical experience implementing new processes, to keep operations flowing 24/7. Bringing outstanding abilities paired with in-depth knowledge of Bus/Rail Safety policies and Repair procedures. Continuously evaluating employee performance and overseeing key projects so that the best qualified employee is assigned to the correct task. Ready and able to do what is required of a CTA Rail Maintenance manager. As a former CTA Bus Operator, and Bus Mechanic, and Bus Maintenance Manager. I have a unique ability to learn and understand the functions within the Bus and Rail systems. This is a great asset, because, At CTA we always have to be prepared to adapt to whatever the situation requires. Hardworking and motivated as a former business Owner/ Repairmen with 45+ years of experience and record of success in Transportation industry. Solid history balancing team performance, customer service targets and revenue generating business objectives. Dedicated to working closely with CTA and ATU 241/308 employees to create a positive working labor environment that benefits everyone so as to maximize productivity, and revenue. A decisive leader with good attitude and Technical skills, "We Lead by Example" is my motto.

• Promoted from CTA Bus Operator to CTA Bus Mechanic, and to CTA Bus Maintenance Manager and now currently in Rail Maintenance in less than 7 years!!