KAREN CALDERON

Director of Transportation

Andover Family Medical Transportation

Lawrence, Massachusetts

04.2021 - Current

Coordinated with principals and bus supervisors to achieve safe loading and unloading zones for school buses and safe vehicular and pedestrian traffic movement.
Hired and promoted [Number] personnel within transportation department to maintain adequate coverage and top talent.
Liaised with bus maintenance staff to prepare for annual state bus inspections.
Reviewed regulatory compliance measures regularly, updating policies as needed to remain aligned with industry best practices.
Conducted regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to improve employee performance in their roles.
Streamlined transportation operations by implementing efficient routing and scheduling systems.
Provided recommendations to superintendent regarding changing school schedules and school cancellations due to weather conditions.
Created and managed budget for transportation department to cover expenses related to equipment, maintenance, personnel and vehicles.
Secured and arranged insurance coverage for [Number] transportation vehicles.
Implemented safety protocols to minimize accidents and maintain a safe working environment for employees.
Collaborated with sales and marketing teams to develop strategies that improved service offerings to clients while maintaining profitability goals.
Evaluated vendor contracts to ensure optimal pricing and service levels were maintained consistently.
Negotiated favorable terms with suppliers, securing competitive prices on fuel, vehicles, equipment, and other essential resources.
Optimized fleet management by regularly reviewing vehicle maintenance schedules and implementing cost-effective solutions when necessary.
Coordinated cross-functional teams for the successful execution of large-scale transportation projects.
Established effective training programs for new hires, resulting in increased productivity within the department.
Improved on-time delivery rates by closely monitoring performance metrics and addressing issues promptly.
Successfully managed complex transportation budgets, identifying opportunities for cost savings without compromising quality or efficiency standards.
Investigated and reported accidents involving transportation vehicles and coordinated accident claims with law enforcement and public transportation bureaus.
Managed a diverse team of drivers, dispatchers, and support staff to efficiently achieve departmental goals.
Reduced worker accidents by implementing improved safety standards and monitoring procedures.