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Kevin Smith

Swanton,OH

Summary

Detail-oriented Equipment Manager with 5 years of experience in class 8 tractors and trailer repairs and maintenance. Experienced with van, tandem tanker, six-axle tanker, pneumatic bulk tanker, flatbed and dump trucks. Currently hold a class A CDL. Adept at working on strict budgets and keeping accurate inventories. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

At Expeditus Transport I was tasked to restructure the maintenance dept and document the effects of those changes. With Secord Transport i was tasked with setting up and maintaining an ELD system.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Manager

Craig Transportation
10.2023 - Current
  • Supervised a 3 member maintenance team with overseeing of 80 tractors and 450 trailers across multiple facilities in 3 regions.
  • Scheduled regular inspections of equipment and facilities to manage wear and tear.
  • Planned scheduled maintenance outages as part of preventive maintenance program.
  • Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures, decreasing equipment issues, and reducing downtime.
  • Collaborated with other departments to verify completion of maintenance tasks.
  • Created and submitted detailed reports to highlight maintenance activities and equipment performance.
  • Forecasted and reviewed maintenance budgets to establish cost-effective measures.
  • Created and implemented maintenance program to optimize operational efficiency and reduce downtime.
  • Prepared and reviewed maintenance contracts with external service providers to offer mutually binding agreements.

Equipment Manager/Assistant Director of Safety

Expeditus Transport
04.2021 - 10.2023
  • Supervised a 3 member maintenance dept overseeing 40 tractors, 60 trailers and 150 Sprinter Delivery vans
  • Investigate insurance claims to define root cause and establish safe standards from those incidents
  • Setup and maintain ELD system(Samsara) in accordance with FMCSA regulations
  • Monitor drivers logs in accordance with FMCSA regulations
  • Track and maintain fleet of commercial tractors and trailers in compliance with federal and state regulations
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.

Driver

Wilbur-Ellis Company
05.2019 - 04.2021
  • Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
  • Loaded and secured items in trucks to avoid damage to parcels during delivery.
  • Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
  • Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
  • Upheld high standards of professionalism and discretion when working with high-value clients.
  • Worked directly with customers to assess quality issues, including damage and incompleteness of orders.
  • Obtained customer signatures to complete and process all paperwork.
  • Kept management looped in on daily activities by updating logs with information such as mileage, gas use and any special incidents.

Driver/Dispatcher/Safety Officer

Secord Farms Transport
03.2015 - 05.2019
  • Set up and maintained E-roads eld system for 25 tractors and 25 trailers
  • Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
  • Used GPS system to plan travel routes in accordance with bulk cargo transportation laws.
  • Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following all regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Maintained safe driving record by observing all road rules, remaining cautious and alert in unfamiliar areas and keeping control of vehicle at all times.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
  • Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
  • Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
  • Dispatched load assignments to 25 drivers

Driver Trainer

Motor Carrier Service Inc.
07.2007 - 02.2015
  • Coordinated training programs and curriculum to train drivers
  • Taught drivers how to drive, shift and back up trucks.
  • Developed and implemented training materials and course updates.
  • Identified driver training needs to make recommendations to manager.
  • Tracked daily driver logs to comply with regulatory standards.
  • Evaluated performance of assigned personnel and provided corrective actions of trainees during training.
  • Maintained regulatory compliance documentation to promote safety and compliance culture.
  • Used excellent listening and problem-solving skills to work with customers and quickly resolve concerns.

Education

High School Diploma -

Dundee Community High School
Dundee, MI
05-1993

Skills

  • Employee Training
  • Managing Employee Relations
  • Overseeing Employee
  • Income and Expense Management
  • Managing Fleet Vehicles
  • Managing Files and Records
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Key Performance Indicators (KPI)
  • Maintenance and Repair Management

Timeline

Maintenance Manager

Craig Transportation
10.2023 - Current

Equipment Manager/Assistant Director of Safety

Expeditus Transport
04.2021 - 10.2023

Driver

Wilbur-Ellis Company
05.2019 - 04.2021

Driver/Dispatcher/Safety Officer

Secord Farms Transport
03.2015 - 05.2019

Driver Trainer

Motor Carrier Service Inc.
07.2007 - 02.2015

High School Diploma -

Dundee Community High School

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