Rebecca Gallegos
Las Animas,CO
Summary
Dynamic professional with a strong background in transportation management. Recognized for effective communication and proactive problem-solving, contributing to enhanced operational safety and compliance. Eager to leverage expertise in grant acquisition to drive strategic improvements.
Overview
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1
Certification
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Transportation Manager & Service Writer
Inspiration Field
La Junta, Colorado
01.2022 - 03.2026
- Developed and conducted driver safety training programs, increasing operational safety awareness among all employees.
- Maintained fleet inspection records for 36 vehicles, supporting adherence to DOT regulations and contributing to safety compliance.
- Secured $285,000 through three grants for acquisition of three new ADA-compliant vehicles, expanding accessible transportation options.
- Served as service writer for Five Star Automotive, a division of Inspiration Field while fulfilling transportation manager responsibilities for two years.
Owner/Operator
Papa D Trucking
Firestone, Colorado
06.2010 - 06.2021
- Specialized in Hazardous Materials. Tanker transportation mainly Acids and Fuels.
- Maintained accurate records of shipments and driver logs.
- Established long-term relationships with customers by promoting great service and engagement skills and quickly resolving issues.
- Ensured compliance with all local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to the operation of the business.
- Monitored financial performance of the business on a weekly basis to ensure fiscal responsibility.
- Developed business plan and budget to maximize profitability.
- Identified potential risks associated with operations in order to minimize liabilities.
- Analyzed market trends and customer feedback to identify opportunities for growth.
- Reported delays due to breakdowns, weather or traffic conditions and emergencies relating to pick up or delivery of products.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
Education
Associate of Science - Surgical Technologist
Colorado Technical University
Broomfield, COSkills
- Driver safety training
- Fleet compliance
- Grant acquisition
- Vehicles inspection
- Service writing
- Customer relationship management
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Proactive problem solving
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
Certification
- CDL Drivers License since 1984
- CPR Certified in 2022,2023,2024,2025 and 2026. Inspiration Field Training
Timeline
Transportation Manager & Service Writer
Inspiration Field
01.2022 - 03.2026
Owner/Operator
Papa D Trucking
06.2010 - 06.2021
Associate of Science - Surgical Technologist
Colorado Technical University