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Mary Guzman

Amarillo,TX

Summary

I have been with the Postal Service for 30 years. I was a Union steward and/or officer for 21 of those years. Understanding contracts and negotiations make me adept at managing a wide range of contractual issues. Expertise at problem solving and mediation.

I have a vast knowledge of the three largest postal workers unions in the world. I have no doubt I could learn and decipher the contracts utilized at CNS Pantex. I feel like my 21 years of practical experience in the field of grievance processing more than makes up for college education. In 21 years I wrote over 3000 grievances at step 1, 2, 3, and up to arbitration. I testified in numerous arbitrations and EEO's.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Laborer/custodian

USPS
Amarillo, TX
01.2024 - Current

Currently I have transferred to the maintenance craft as a laborer/custodian. I felt that i had mastered the clerk craft and needed a change. The maintenance craft gives me more opportunity to level up. Tests can be taken to provide maintenance to the postal processing equipment.

  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto or from pallets, trucks, or other vehicles using a forklift.
  • Maintained accurate records of inventory levels and product locations in the warehouse.
  • Assisted with basic maintenance tasks such as sweeping, mopping, painting, and cleaning.
  • Worked with team members to ensure efficient workflow throughout the day.
  • Transported heavy items from one location to another using hand trucks or carts.
  • Organized tools, supplies, and equipment needed for specific jobs according to instructions provided by supervisor.
  • Cleaned work area after job completion ensuring all debris is properly disposed of.
  • Ensured that all personal protective gear was worn at all times while on the job site.

Sales, Service, Distribution Associate

USPS
Amarillo, TX
08.2020 - Current

Responsible for clearing parcels, hot cases, and box section for the General Mail Facility (GMF) at the main office. Using scheme knowledge for NAS and DTS Amarillo carriers. Responsible for maintaining the GMF Box section. Including but not limited to working up nixie mail, central forwarding mail, and opening and closing boxes while maintaining box records. Working window as needed.

  • Sold various products by explaining unique features and educating customers on proper application.
  • Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
  • Maintained certifications and completed in-depth training on commonly-serviced equipment, systems and components.
  • Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices.
  • Assisted teammates with sales-processing tasks to meet daily sales goals.
  • Retained product, service and company policy knowledge to serve as resource for both coworkers and customers.
  • Coordinated activities with other departments to ensure quality customer service.
  • Acted as initial contact in addressing customer concerns.
  • Built trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.
  • Followed established job site safety rules, OSHA guidelines and company safety policies and procedures.
  • Completed yearly maintenance visits, including examining previously completed work.
  • Trained all new employees on effective mail processing and operational strategies to maximize team performance.

204-B Retail Operations

USPS
Amarillo, TX
05.2020 - 08.2020
  • Took over 2 retail units, all the clerks (10), and the Bulk Mail Entry Unit (BMEU). Responsible for the closing duties to include but not limited to ensuring 50 + carriers come in a timely manner, managing clock ring errors and discrepancies, approving and disapproving leave, and day to day supervisor duties. Was appointed to the Route Count Inspection (RCI) team. This duty entailed counting postal routes by following carriers to ensure their routes were accurate. Short routes would be added to and long routes would have territory removed.
  • Managed staff training and performance monitoring to promote high levels of productivity.
  • Scheduled and coordinated team members so that all shifts were adequately staffed and to meet daily retail targets.
  • Monitored various logistic processes, including shipments, inventory and purchasing to alleviate discrepancies in workflows.
  • Maximized productivity for team of 10 + employees by prioritizing and delegating tasks, conducting performance reviews and addressing attendance issues.
  • Reviewed schedules to keep all operations under leadership properly staffed.
  • Orchestrated rollout of policies and procedures, effectively contributing to management team.
  • Managed daily production and verified proper packaging and correct, timely deliveries.
  • Oversaw merchandising of products across two retail units.

Sales, Service, Distribution Associate

USPS
Amarillo, TX
09.2012 - 05.2020

Responsible for clearing parcels, hot cases, and box section for the General Mail Facility (GMF) at the main office. Using scheme knowledge for NAS and DTS Amarillo carriers. Responsible for maintaining the GMF Box section. Including but not limited to working up nixie mail, central forwarding mail, and opening and closing boxes while maintaining box records. Working window as needed.

  • Sold various products by explaining unique features and educating customers on proper application.
  • Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
  • Maintained certifications and completed in-depth training on commonly-serviced equipment, systems and components.
  • Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices.
  • Assisted teammates with sales-processing tasks to meet daily sales goals.
  • Retained product, service and company policy knowledge to serve as resource for both coworkers and customers.
  • Coordinated activities with other departments to ensure quality customer service.
  • Acted as initial contact in addressing customer concerns.
  • Built trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.
  • Followed established job site safety rules, OSHA guidelines and company safety policies and procedures.
  • Completed yearly maintenance visits, including examining previously completed work.
  • Trained all new employees on effective mail processing and operational strategies to maximize team performance.

Union Steward

Apwu local 114
Amarillo, TX
09.1998 - 06.2019
  • Researched disciplinary and grievance issues and recommended optimal courses of action.
  • Interpreted contractual agreements for employers and employees to support collective bargaining and labor relations processes.
  • Negotiated collective bargaining agreements on behalf of local and national members.
  • Provided advice and interpretation of labor relations policies and agreements to enhance company positions.
  • Managed internal investigations such as allegations of discrimination or sexual harassment.
  • Advised on all aspects of labor and employment law relating to postal operations.
  • Trained stewards on how to interpret and administer labor contracts.
  • Testified in legal proceedings to discuss labor relations and labor contracts.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.
  • Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
  • Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.

Sales, Service, and Distribution Associate

USPS
Amarillo, TX
01.2011 - 09.2012

Responsible for clearing parcels, hot cases, and box section for the Lone Star station. Using scheme knowledge for SAS and SWS Amarillo carriers. Responsible for maintaining the GMF Box section. Including but not limited to working up nixie mail, central forwarding mail, and opening and closing boxes while maintaining box records. Working window as needed.

  • Sold various products by explaining unique features and educating customers on proper application.
  • Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
  • Maintained certifications and completed in-depth training on commonly-serviced equipment, systems and components.
  • Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices.
  • Assisted teammates with sales-processing tasks to meet daily sales goals.
  • Retained product, service and company policy knowledge to serve as resource for both coworkers and customers.
  • Coordinated activities with other departments to ensure quality customer service.
  • Acted as initial contact in addressing customer concerns.
  • Built trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.
  • Followed established job site safety rules, OSHA guidelines and company safety policies and procedures.
  • Completed yearly maintenance visits, including examining previously completed work.
  • Trained all new employees on effective mail processing and operational strategies to maximize team performance.

Education

High School Diploma -

Caprock High School
Amarillo, TX
06.1992

Some College (No Degree) -

Amarillo College
Amarillo, TX

Skills

proficient at Microsoft word/works

proficient at excel

type 45 wpm

10-key by touch

can maintain filing systems

very organized

proficient at preparing documents for labor relations presentations

vast knowledge of APWU, NPMHU, and NALC contracts

I am a very fast learner One of my many strengths is that I can see two steps ahead of any situation That accounts for expeditious completion of all tasks As a natural leader, I have no problems taking control of a situation and delegating duties to co-workers to get the task at hand done It is a challenge to me to accomplish things that seem impossible As the only scheme clerk in my section, I single handedly get all scheme mail worked up and to the carriers

I previously worked as a union steward/officer I held the offices of Vice President, Clerk Craft Director, and Assistant Clerk Craft Director These offices helped me understand the hierarchy of the Postal Service Working directly with supervisors, managers, and installation heads helped me realize the significance of meeting together as a team to realize the Postal Service's mission

Working as a 204-B has shown me the other side of the Postal Service It's been eye opening The constraints and time limits supervisors have is challenging; but has allowed me to use my time management skills Thinking on my feet has also put me at an advantage for not only getting carriers in from the street; but scheduling clerks to get the most done with the least amount of employees My union work has given me the skills to work within the contract to get things done

I have been on 5 negotiation teams during contract years for local negotiations At these times I gained knowledge to put contract interpretation into play to bring about language that was beneficial to both sides of the table By setting table rules, introducing contractual language change, and finalizing contractual language changes, allowed me to serve not only the members I represented but helped postal management have a more meaningful relationship with their employees

Timeline

Laborer/custodian

USPS
01.2024 - Current

Sales, Service, Distribution Associate

USPS
08.2020 - Current

204-B Retail Operations

USPS
05.2020 - 08.2020

Sales, Service, Distribution Associate

USPS
09.2012 - 05.2020

Sales, Service, and Distribution Associate

USPS
01.2011 - 09.2012

Union Steward

Apwu local 114
09.1998 - 06.2019

High School Diploma -

Caprock High School

Some College (No Degree) -

Amarillo College
Mary Guzman