Robert Keating

• Oversee the Company's DOT Compliance Programs, including; CMV Files, DOT Driver Qualification Files, and DOT Drug/ Alcohol programs.
• Responsible for a 20% reduction in accident/incident occurrence for 2017-2018.
• Vehicle Inspections, Hours of Service,
• Ensure that Driver performance reviews, ride-along observations, road checks, and Driver Evaluations are conducted according to Corporate policy and requirements. Provide feedback, follow up for Operator performance reviews, and identify individual training needs where necessary.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and work-related injuries, including accident investigation, accident reports, and accident files, and follow up with the Insurance claims department and adjusters as necessary. Typically determines fault or preventability based on the facts identified at the scene. Provides post-accident counseling with drivers. Retrains drivers as necessary.

• Developed and oversaw all aspects of training of students through a state-approved 200-hour Training Program.
• Directs both Classroom and On the Road training of students.
• Supervises a staff of three instructors.
• Developed relationships with local and regional Employers to assist students with job placement upon graduation of the Program.
• Responsible for all equipment and the safe operation of such equipment.
• Also maintained a State Certification for Commercial Driver License Examiner for Class A & B licenses, including "P" endorsement.

• Responsible for the recruitment and Hiring of new drivers to maintain staffing requirements.
• Provided training as needed and conducted Road Testing of all new employees.
• Worked with 130 drivers across the country to ensure they comply with all DOT Safety Regulations including electronic logbooks and all State laws.
• Quickly and effectively solve driver challenges.
• Maintain driver recruitment website, while constantly seeking new ways to improve recruitment and retention of drivers.
• Performed both, post-accident and annual driver evaluations.
• Was part of the Company Emergency Response Team.
• Also developed a program to train Company mechanics to obtain CDL Class A Licenses.

• Became a State Certified Commercial License Examiner for Class A & B Licenses, including "P" Endorsement
• Prepared Students for State License Exam.
• Served as Instructor for Class A and B Commercial Vehicles, including Passenger Bus.
• Evaluated student performance and documented progress and goals.
• Developed curriculum to encourage student progress and advance performance level.
• Verified proper use of safety restraints by vehicle occupants to comply with [State] law.
• Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to improve student outcomes.

• Developed and Implemented a New Employee Driver Training Program.
• Provided Driving instruction and Safe Driver Training in both classroom and on-the-road environments.
• Provided instruction on the maintenance and safe operation of both 16 and 24-foot Box Trucks.

Generate new business with developed Customer Service Skills.

Class A driver with 20-plus years of Accident-Free driving..

Provided Driver Training for newly hired employees.

Maintained a forklift operator Certification.

Knowledgeable in the use of DOT Hours of Service Regulations for commercial drivers.

Experienced in expediting shipments to ensure customer service goals.

Served as part of the Management / Labor Conflict Resolution Committee in my capacity as a Union Shop Steward.