LaDarrell James
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Over 22 plus years of experience planning, supervising, training and motivating team members in the most challenging work environments. Possesses analytical ability in management of personnel and equipment. Team player oriented with focus on tasks accomplishment and overall success of the company. Relevant skills include Organizational and Communication skills, Logistical planning, team player and Proven leader, personnel management, Multi-tasking, Safety Oriented, training and mentoring. Highly effective management professional emphasizing innovation and creativity in solving complex problems. Energetic and results-focused with success in developing and leading diverse teams to achieve outstanding results.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Petroleum Service Technician
Guardian Fueling Technologies
12.2021 - Current
- Diagnosed and troubleshot problems, repairing, and restoring fueling equipment and Point of Sales to peak performance.
- Installed new equipment and gave in depth training and periods of instruction to management and employees.
- Responded to customer inquiries quickly and professionally to increase satisfaction.
- Inspected equipment to diagnose operational issues and conduct repairs in a timely manner
- Adhered to safety protocols and policies to reduce workplace hazards.
- Evaluated systems according to predetermined checklist and noted issues.
Service Manager
Guardian Fueling Technologies
03.2021 - 11.2021
- Efficiently assisted the branch manager and service technicians with problematic transactions to maintain customer satisfaction and quickly rectify issues.
- Assisted technicians with dispenser and Point of Sale troubleshooting and repair.
- Oversaw team of service professionals focused on troubleshooting and repairing Gilbarco and Veeder root fueling equipment.
Petroleum Service Technician
Guardian Fueling Technologies
07.2019 - 03.2021
- Reviewed technical documentation to accurately diagnose and repair equipment in a timely manner to maintain business profits.
- Efficiently troubleshot and repaired Gilbarco/Veeder root equipment on a daily basis.
- Supervised and completed 100 plus Euro Mastercard Visa (EMV) upgrades on Circle K stores in order to bring the business within compliance prior to upcoming deadline.
- Resolved technical Point of Sale problems and improved operational functionality in C-stores in Jacksonville and surrounding service areas.
- Installed new Gilbarco dispensers and Pos equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
Petroleum Service Technician
Petroleum Solutions Inc.
11.2017 - 06.2019
- Performed service and repairs to all Gilbarco/ Veeder root systems on a daily basis
- Completed Euro Master card Visa (EMV) upgrades at 100 plus fueling sites, consistently netting the company $40,000 a month profit.
- Conducted troubleshooting and repairs at various locations in Houston Texas covering over 200 miles.
- Performed 100+ calibrations to ensure sites were TDA compliant.
- Driven over 1,000 miles per week over a 2 year span in a company furnished vehicle with 0 incidents.
Operations Chief
United States Marine Corps
06.2015 - 06.2017
- Supervised overall training for 450 plus reservists and the largest reserve unit in the Marine Corps.
- Immediate advisor to the commander officer on operational issues within the unit.
- Coordinated with outside units to ensure training areas and venues were reserved and prepared for Marines arrival.
- Established a monthly training plan and ensured it was carried out so each member of the unit received proper training in the event of world conflict.
- Implemented a database program to track serviceability of over 500 rubberized items to ensure 100% compliance with Quality Control.
- Coordinated logistical support to move 450 plus personnel and 800 pieces of equipment, in order to (IOT) meet training requirements of personnel.
Fuels Supervisor
U.S. Marine Corps MCAS
03.2012 - 06.2015
- Accounted for 13 million dollars' worth of equipment without any loss.
- Supervised 40 Marines on daily basis in the execution of their fueling duties.
- Ensured all safety protocol was inherently followed which resulted in no incidents over a 3 year span.
- Ensured over 20,000 gallons of fuel consumption for the section was properly accounted for on a daily basis.
Operations Coordinator
U.S. Marine Corps
02.2009 - 03.2012
- Planned and established a training plan for the largest reserve Company in the Marine Corps, ensuring each member of the 450 Personnel company were within standards and properly trained to accomplish their assigned mission.
- Created a milestone and training schedule that aided in proper annual training of 450 plus personnel to get them ready for deployment Implemented a database program to track serviceability of over 500 rubberized items to ensure 100% compliance with Quality Control (QC).
- Coordinated logistical support on a monthly basis for 450 plus personnel and 800 pieces of equipment, in order to (IOT) meet training requirements of personnel.
- Mentored personnel and peers which resulted in an increase of morale and quality of work output to include promotions and retentions.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Central High School
Tuscaloosa, AL1990
Bulk Fuel MOS - undefined
Bulk Liquids School
Ft. Lee Virginia1991
Bulk Fuel Hydraulics Course - undefined
Bulk Fuel Advanced Course
Ft. Lee, Va.2001
Fuel Accounting
Fuel Accounting
Norcross, GA2005
EO Rep/Supervisor
Equal Opportunity Advisor
New Orleans, LA2010
Skills
- Logistics management
- Superb time management skills
- Project management
- Risk management
- Extraordinary leadership abilities
Certification
Proficient in Microsoft
Proficient in Sharepoint
Gilbarco /Veeder Root Dispenser Certification
Veeder-Root ATG Certification
Passport POS Certification
Commander POS Certification
CPR qualification
Timeline
Petroleum Service Technician
Guardian Fueling Technologies
12.2021 - Current
Service Manager
Guardian Fueling Technologies
03.2021 - 11.2021
Petroleum Service Technician
Guardian Fueling Technologies
07.2019 - 03.2021
Petroleum Service Technician
Petroleum Solutions Inc.
11.2017 - 06.2019
Operations Chief
United States Marine Corps
06.2015 - 06.2017
Fuels Supervisor
U.S. Marine Corps MCAS
03.2012 - 06.2015
Operations Coordinator
U.S. Marine Corps
02.2009 - 03.2012
High School Diploma - undefined
Central High School
Bulk Fuel MOS - undefined
Bulk Liquids School
Bulk Fuel Hydraulics Course - undefined
Bulk Fuel Advanced Course
Fuel Accounting
Fuel Accounting
EO Rep/Supervisor
Equal Opportunity Advisor
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