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Kaylin Contreras

Mechanicsville,VA

Summary

Adept Motor Transport Operator that has served in the US Army for nine years leading and training teams to excel in mission objectives. Highly skilled in supervisor positions and conducting vehicle and equipment inspections including hazmat. Expert in vehicle maintenance and defensive driving, I enhanced interdepartmental cooperation and significantly boosted unit preparedness. Skilled in logistics planning and communication management, my focus on safety and efficiency underpins my professional approach.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Motor Transport Operator

US Army
05.2015 - Current
  • Led a team of Motor Transport Operators through rigorous training exercises, fostering teamwork and honing individual skills to meet mission objectives.
  • Collaborated with other departments on joint training exercises, showcasing motor transport capabilities while fostering interdepartmental cooperation.
  • Contributed to unit preparedness by maintaining an in-depth understanding of equipment capabilities, limitations, and maintenance requirements.
  • Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.
  • Managed loading, unloading and safety of all personnel, cargo and equipment.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Trained new Motor Transport Operators on proper driving techniques, safety procedures, and equipment maintenance.
  • Managed hazardous materials transportation according to federal regulations, minimizing environmental impact and ensuring public safety.
  • Expedited cargo loading/unloading processes through streamlined organization techniques that maximized available space in transport vehicles.
  • Assisted in the development of contingency plans for emergency situations or unexpected route changes during transport missions.
  • Oversaw handling and transportation of more than $500,000 in equipment while deployed to Kuwait.

Education

Bachelors - Logistics And Supply Chain Management

American Public University
Charles Town, WV

Skills

  • Operating vehicles
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Equipment inspection
  • Transportation regulations
  • Equipment accountability
  • Communication management
  • Managing training
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Threat management
  • Vehicle recovery
  • Permit acquisition
  • Cargo handling
  • Supervising personnel
  • Maintaining records
  • Vehicle maintenance
  • Fleet management
  • Shipment management
  • Inspecting vehicles
  • Vehicle inspection
  • Hazardous materials handling
  • Logistics planning

Certification

Level 1 Anti-Terrorism Training

Hazmat Familiarzation/Safety in Transport

Military Munitions Rule

Ammunition Phsyical Security

Ammo Handlers

Timeline

Motor Transport Operator

US Army
05.2015 - Current

Bachelors - Logistics And Supply Chain Management

American Public University
Kaylin Contreras