Melvin Little
Macon,GA
Summary
Dynamic Fleet Manager with 30 years of experience as a Master Diesel Mechanic with numerous certifications. Fleet manager at at Bibb County Board of Education, specializing in fleet optimization and strategic leadership. Achieved significant cost savings through effective vendor negotiations and implemented green initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency. A resilient team player, adept at improving driver performance and ensuring regulatory compliance. Excellent attendance and high rating job reviews
Demonstrates strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, ensuring reliability and adaptability to changing needs. Skilled in logistics coordination, maintenance scheduling, and cost control, while possessing excellent organizational and leadership abilities. Known for effective communication, problem-solving, and strategic planning.
Overview
2024
2024
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fleet Manager
Bibb County Board of Education
Macon, GA
07.2018 - 08.2023
- Maintained accurate driver information for delivery scheduling.
- Provided all drivers with pertinent safety materials regarding rules and regulations.
- Evaluated fleet performance metrics regularly to identify areas for improvement, leading to increased productivity and revenue growth.
- Suggested actionable improvements to increase efficiency and reduce expenses.
- Conducted root cause analysis for recurring issues in the fleet operations, developing effective solutions that minimized downtime and enhanced reliability.
- Coordinated safety meetings to educate team members on best practices to mitigate hazard opportunities.
- Increased regulatory compliance by monitoring vehicles to verify adherence to operational, state and federal requirements.
- Reduced repair costs through the establishment of strategic partnerships with reliable vendors and negotiating favorable contract terms.
- Trained drivers to manage time effectively, improving overall mileage performance.
- Streamlined operations to increase productivity and oversaw employees to maximize outcomes.
- Supervised maintenance team and effectively delegated assignments to optimize processes.
- Optimized routing plans based on real-time traffic data analysis which resulted in decreased travel time during peak hours.
- Coordinated with internal departments to ensure seamless integration between transportation requirements and inventory management activities.
- Documented equipment transfers and sales details for accurate record keeping.
- Generated daily reports detailing suggested process improvement initiatives to inform management.
- Managed fleet budget effectively, optimizing resource allocation for maximum returns on investment while minimizing expenses.
- Improved driver performance by conducting regular training sessions, monitoring driving habits, and providing constructive feedback.
- Completed projects by effectively delegating tasks and overseeing employee performance.
- Reduced expenditures by overseeing equipment acquisition to attain best value and price negotiation.
- Reduced expenses, negotiating better insurance rates for fleet.
- Developed robust vehicle replacement strategy, ensuring fleet remained modern and reliable.
- Oversaw procurement and deployment of fuel-efficient vehicles, leading to significant cost savings.
- Implemented green initiative, transitioning part of fleet to electric vehicles, reducing carbon footprint.
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure competitive rates for vehicle parts, lowering operational costs.
- Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
- Reduced worker accidents by implementing improved safety standards and monitoring procedures.
Superintendent of Maintenance
(MTA) Macon Transit Authority
Macon, GA
2010 - 05.2016
- Oversaw daily operations and maintenance schedules to ensure facility functionality.
- Developed and implemented preventive maintenance programs to enhance equipment longevity.
- Led team training sessions on safety protocols and best practices for maintenance tasks.
- Coordinated with vendors to procure materials and services, optimizing inventory management.
- Conducted regular inspections to assess equipment performance and identify repair needs.
- Streamlined workflows by introducing efficiency improvements in maintenance processes.
- Conducted root cause analysis on equipment failures, leading to proactive measures that prevented future incidents.
- Enhanced equipment reliability by implementing preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
- Managed budgetary constraints while maintaining top-notch facility conditions through diligent resource allocation.
- Monitored equipment, tools and system upgrades to compile data into detailed reports for upper management.
Education
Diploma - Business Management
Straford Career Institute
Full Church, Virginia11-2014
Skills
- Fleet optimization
- Vehicle fleet oversight
- Scheduling
- Comprehensive vehicle inspections
- Experienced in strategic leadership
- 30 years of experience as a Master Diesel Mechanic with numerous certification
- Being punctual
- Leadership
- Technology Skills
- Organized
- Team player
- Adaptive
- Resilient
Certification
Numerous Auto Mechanic certification. I will present documents upon being selected for an interview
Timeline
Fleet Manager
Bibb County Board of Education
07.2018 - 08.2023
Superintendent of Maintenance
(MTA) Macon Transit Authority
2010 - 05.2016
Diploma - Business Management
Straford Career Institute
Retired Military for the United States Army
I retired from the United States Army with 23 years of service.