Kevin Wood
Summary
Highly skilled and experienced Waste Management Manager with CDL. Objective is to leverage expertise in fleet management and transportation logistics for a company that prioritizes safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Committed to surpassing performance expectations. Strives to cultivate strong relationships with clients and colleagues while continuously enhancing processes to achieve operational excellence.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager of Solid Waste Operations
The City of Seat Pleasant
01.2024 - Current
- Managed budget effectively, consistently meeting or exceeding financial targets without compromising service quality levels.
- Developed effective communication channels, promoting open dialogue between management and frontline employees regarding critical operational issues.
- Coordinated successful public outreach campaigns highlighting the importance of responsible waste management practices within the local community.
- Oversaw facility maintenance activities, ensuring optimal functionality of equipment and adherence to regulatory standards.
Lead CDL Driver
The City of College Park
01.2015 - Current
- Maintain truck log, truck inspection forms, maintenance record and daily trip reports
- Supervises loading and unloading of truck; may load or unload truck as needed, and perform the duties of a
- Waste Collector
- Inspects and cleans equipment and facility; reports maintenance needs and deficiencies to supervisor
- Assist with inspection, cleaning, maintenance and repair of vehicles
- Comply with all safety rules and regulations
- Attend all required scheduled safety meetings
- May be required to work a non-traditional work schedule to include evening, holidays and weekends
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Utilized effective problem solving techniques to resolve issues with customers, vendors, and other personnel
- Displayed excellent communication skills when interacting with customers or other personnel.
- Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
Utility Manager
VEOLIA, Transportation
08.2011 - 01.2015
- Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- and monitored their implementation.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Proposed or approved modifications to project plans.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality and conformance.
Driver/Transporter
METRO Access, WMATA
07.2010 - 09.2011
- Achieved consistently high customer scores due to exceptional service.
- Picked up clients from specific locations to transport and drop off at destinations.
- Examined expenditures to develop plans and budgets for increasing profits or improving services.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Resolved personnel problems, complaints and grievances, referring serious issues to higher-level supervisors.
- Identified areas for improvement in operational processes and implemented solutions accordingly.
Driver/Merchandiser/Lead
Coca-Cola
03.2006 - 06.2009
- Developed strong customer service skills while managing a team of delivery drivers.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections prior to departure including verifying load details and confirming route information.
- Demonstrated professional conduct with clients to deliver outstanding customer service.
- Performed activities on time while maintaining regular attendance and punctuality to support scheduling and work coverage.
- Coordinated with team members and remained flexible in work scheduling to meet service needs.
Laborer
Jefferson Asphalt
03.2004 - 02.2006
- Worked with team of Laborers to pave roads and state highways
- Performed basic construction work (pipe laying, land excavation, operate various equipment –Bob Cat
- Jackhammer, Dirt
- Roller, JCB, loops, etc.)
- Served as Back-up on jobs that were short-staffed
- Ensured traffic flow was not impaired and motorist were able commute with little disturbance
- Organized supplies on job sites to ensure efficient utilization of material resources.
- Utilized forklifts to transport large items around the construction site.
- Provided assistance in moving heavy objects within worksite areas as required
- Cut lumber into specific lengths using power saws or hand saws as needed.
- Performed manual labor tasks such as digging ditches, lifting objects and shoveling materials.
Education
Forestville High School
Forestville, MD06.1996
Skills
- Class B CDL License (9/2005)
- SMIT Safety System - Certification of
- Completion (8/2005)
- DOT Card
- Certified in CPR
Certification
Class B CDL License (9/2005) SMIT Safety
System - Certification of Completion
(8/2005) DOT Card Certified in CPR
Additional Information
- AWARDS , Spencer Harris Awarded
Timeline
Manager of Solid Waste Operations
The City of Seat Pleasant
01.2024 - Current
Lead CDL Driver
The City of College Park
01.2015 - Current
Utility Manager
VEOLIA, Transportation
08.2011 - 01.2015
Driver/Transporter
METRO Access, WMATA
07.2010 - 09.2011
Driver/Merchandiser/Lead
Coca-Cola
03.2006 - 06.2009
Laborer
Jefferson Asphalt
03.2004 - 02.2006
Forestville High School
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