Leon Watts II
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Operations Leader experienced in driving efficiency and team accountability in fast-paced corporate environments. Transformed complex logistical plans into safe, productive workflows while managing high-value assets and leading diverse crews with unwavering commitment to safety and quality.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Mover/Installer
Sodexo USA
Bakersfield, CA
12.2024 - Current
- Supervised daily moving operations for residential and commercial clients.
- Coordinated team schedules to ensure timely project completion.
- Managed team of movers by providing guidance and instruction.
- Trained new staff on safe lifting techniques and equipment use.
- Implemented safety protocols to reduce workplace injuries during moves.
- Managed inventory of moving supplies and equipment maintenance.
- Developed efficient loading strategies to maximize space in transport vehicles.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
Maintenance Coordinator
Acsend Property Management
Bakersfield, CA
05.2022 - 09.2023
- Coordinated maintenance schedules for residential properties to ensure timely service.
- Managed vendor relationships to secure quality services for property maintenance.
- Developed preventive maintenance plans to enhance property longevity and safety.
- Scheduled and oversaw completion of planned repairs and refurbishment projects.
- Organized inspection reports to track property conditions and maintenance needs.
- Collaborated with property management team on ongoing maintenance projects.
- Communicated with tenants regarding maintenance requests and service updates.
- Trained new staff on maintenance protocols and company procedures effectively.
- Ensured that safety regulations were followed at all times during maintenance operations.
Sales Manager
Monarch Home Services
Bakersfield, CA
01.2020 - 06.2021
- Led team meetings to clarify goals and objectives while setting clear expectations for policies and procedures.
- Recruited and hired high-performing talent to enhance expertise within sales department.
- Conducted team meetings to reinforce goals and objectives and set clear expectations about policies and procedures.
- Established and enforced policies and procedures to uphold high work standards across the team.
- Established and enforced policies and procedures to maintain high standards of work.
- Contacted suppliers to discuss material issues and address any concerns. to resolve materials issues and maintain schedules.
Crew Foreman
Staples Energy
Bakersfield, CA
10.2014 - 01.2020
Onsite Apartment Manager
NVS, LLC
Bakersfield, CA
04.2012 - 07.2016
- Maximized rental income and minimized expenses through strategic planning and resource management.
- Managed tenant relations to ensure satisfaction and prompt resolution of issues.
- Oversaw lease agreements and ensured compliance with property regulations.
- Conducted move-out and move-in inspections to assess property conditions and ensure market readiness.
- Coordinated maintenance requests and scheduled repairs with service providers.
District Supervisor
TransWest Security
Bakersfield, CA
06.2013 - 10.2014
- Led team of security officers, managing scheduling and conducting performance evaluations to ensure effective coverage and accountability.
- Supervised security staff performance evaluations to ensure adherence to safety regulations and standards.
- Performed security audits to identify and address potential issues in physical security, staff safety, and asset protection.
Area Supervisor
G4S Secure Solutions (USA) Inc
Bakersfield, CA
02.2008 - 06.2013
- Led team of 150+ security personnel during shift, ensuring effective coverage and response to incidents.
- Evaluated security staff performance for compliance with safety regulations, enhancing team adherence to standards.
- Supervised daily operations across multiple security sites for G4S Secure Solutions.
- Managed security staff schedules and assignments to ensure adequate coverage.
- Conducted regular training sessions to enhance team performance and compliance.
Education
South High School
Bakersfield, CASkills
- Forklift certification
- Safety compliance
- Warehouse safety
- OSHA workplace safety
- Production scheduling
- Maintenance scheduling
- Inventory staging
- Material inventory
- Record keeping
- Performance tracking
- KPI management
- Project Management
- Risk Management
- Product placement
- Business Process Modeling
- Team Leadership
- Staff Management
- Team supervision
- Staff training
- Train Employees
- Schedule Preparation
- Production deadline management
- Productivity Performance
- Customer relations
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Effective communication
- Communication skills
- Safety awareness
- Workplace cleanliness
- Record keeping
- Inventory staging
- Production deadline management
Timeline
Lead Mover/Installer
Sodexo USA
12.2024 - Current
Maintenance Coordinator
Acsend Property Management
05.2022 - 09.2023
Sales Manager
Monarch Home Services
01.2020 - 06.2021
Crew Foreman
Staples Energy
10.2014 - 01.2020
District Supervisor
TransWest Security
06.2013 - 10.2014
Onsite Apartment Manager
NVS, LLC
04.2012 - 07.2016
Area Supervisor
G4S Secure Solutions (USA) Inc
02.2008 - 06.2013
South High School