Joseph J. Rice
Conyers,Georgia
Summary
Expert in fleet maintenance and transportation operations management, with a strong emphasis on safety inspections and performance optimization. Capable of executing multiple tasks to fulfill different duties in the operation. Executes routine diagnostics and preventive maintenance to uphold vehicle standards and reliability. Collaborates with vendors to procure quality parts while managing effective maintenance schedules that enhance operational efficiency. Demonstrated ability to manage inventory, reduce costs, streamline processes, and boost efficiency. Noteworthy contributions to improving operational performance overall.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Fleet Maintenance Technician
City of Chamblee
Chamblee, GA
01.2022 - Current
- Diagnosed mechanical issues utilizing advanced diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Executed preventative maintenance on fleet vehicles according to manufacturer specifications and company policies.
- Repaired and replaced faulty components to uphold vehicle performance standards.
- Conducted routine inspections on city fleet vehicles to ensure safety compliance.
- Coordinated maintenance schedules to enhance vehicle reliability and minimize downtime.
- Documented repair work on fleet vehicles to maintain compliance and support service history.
- Collaborated with vendors to secure quality parts and equipment for fleet maintenance.
Class A CDL Driver
Dekalb County Sanitation
Decatur, Georgia
03.2016 - 12.2021
- Operated large tractor-trailer rigs and low-boy trailers for transporting solid waste and construction equipment.
- Conducted thorough pre-trip inspections, ensuring vehicle safety and regulatory compliance.
- Secured doors, gates, and fasteners, preventing spillage and protecting cargo during transportation.
- Positioned vehicles strategically, improving loading and unloading efficiency of materials and equipment.
Kettles Operator
D&D Food Solutions
Tucker, Georgia
06.2013 - 01.2016
- Controlled heater reaction kettles for processing liquid and solid materials by turning valves and starting automatic metering pumps to ensure accurate material input, weighing and adding specified solid, granular, or powdered ingredients per production sheet, and initiated mixing through agitator or manual stirring for designated time.
- Operated kettle equipment to prepare food products. to prepare food products efficiently.
- Monitored cooking temperatures to ensure product quality and safety.
- Maintained cleanliness of kettle area to comply with sanitation standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cornerstone Christian Correspondence School
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Fleet parts management
- Skid Steer Operator
- Backhoe Operator
- Street Sweeper
- Grapple Truck Operator
- Forklift Operator
- Mini Excavator
- Automated Side Loader Operator
- Heavy equipment operation
- Vehicle diagnostics
- Preventive maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Fleet safety inspections
- Maintenance scheduling
Personal Information
Driving License: Class A
Certification
- Georgia soil and water conservation commission
- Hazardous Materials Operations/OSHA Level II
- Forestry application training/Chainsaw
- APWA Fleet Management
- DOT Compliance Certification
Timeline
Fleet Maintenance Technician
City of Chamblee
01.2022 - Current
Class A CDL Driver
Dekalb County Sanitation
03.2016 - 12.2021
Kettles Operator
D&D Food Solutions
06.2013 - 01.2016
High School Diploma -
Cornerstone Christian Correspondence School