Robert Venegas
3333 FM 85, Ennis,TX
Summary
Aviation professional with proven track record in managing flight operations and ensuring safety as Captain, B-737. Demonstrates high standards and results-driven approach, contributing significantly to team performance. Known for strong collaboration, adaptability to changing conditions, and exceptional leadership, mentorship and problem-solving skills.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Captain, B-737
Southwest Airlines
09.2022 - 12.2024
- Established a culture of continuous improvement within the team by promoting open communication channels for feedback and implementing best practices in all aspects of flight operations.
- Mentored junior pilots contributing to their professional growth and development.
First Officer
Southwest Airlines
12.2014 - 09.2022
- Checked aircraft equipment functionality before takeoff.
- Demonstrated adaptability by performing competently in all aircraft within the fleet.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
First Officer
AirTran Airways
12.2010 - 12.2014
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Reduced risk of incidents by strictly adhering to CRM principles throughout all stages of flight operations.
Captain, EMB190, Beech 1900
Gulfstream International Airlines
06.2005 - 12.2010
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Supervisor Customer Services
United States Post Office
03.1990 - 09.2004
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system As a route examiner for the Santa Ana Postal District.
- Realigned the Postal Routes and collection routes for the city 92651 which brought the performance from the worst to the best in the Laguna Beach Post Office.
- Created a training syllabus for both the letter carriers and collection drivers for delivery zone 92651.
Captain
United States Marine Corps
04.1984 - 02.1990
- Maximized utilization of onboard equipment by troubleshooting minor technical issues during flights without compromising safety or reliability.
- Planned routes, altitudes and speeds to provide fastest, safest flights for on-time weapons delivery.
- Conducted the training department for VMA (AW) 242 regarding NBC, Marksmanship, Physical Fitness and Nuclear Safety.
Education
Certificate - Nuclear Weapons Safety USN
Nuclear Safety Officer
Coronado, CA06.1988
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA01-1984
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Saddleback College
Mission Viejo, CA05-1981
Skills
- Adaptability under pressure
- Risk assessment capabilities
- Leadership qualities
- Professionalism and integrity
- Crew resource management
- Mentoring and coaching
- Regulatory compliance awareness
Airline transport pilot (ATP) type ratings:
ATP Multi-engine land -B737, - DC9 SIC only, BE1900 Second in command required, EMB 120,
Commercial - Single engine land
Accomplishments
2 Letters of appreciation USMC
Aviation Safety Award 1000 Mishap free hours April 1989 USMC
Special Performance Award US Postal Service 2002
Certificate of Appreciation Laguna Beach Post Office 1997, 1998, 2003
Certification
B-737 Initial Training Course Aeroservice Aviation Center, March 2010
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Captain, B-737
Southwest Airlines
09.2022 - 12.2024
First Officer
Southwest Airlines
12.2014 - 09.2022
First Officer
AirTran Airways
12.2010 - 12.2014
Captain, EMB190, Beech 1900
Gulfstream International Airlines
06.2005 - 12.2010
Supervisor Customer Services
United States Post Office
03.1990 - 09.2004
Captain
United States Marine Corps
04.1984 - 02.1990
B-737 Initial Training Course Aeroservice Aviation Center, March 2010
Certificate - Nuclear Weapons Safety USN
Nuclear Safety Officer
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
California State University, Fullerton
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Saddleback College
Flight time
PIC: B-737 2321.77 hrs
SIC: B-737 6670.16 hrs
TOTAL: B-737 8991.93 hrs
SIC: B717 2880 hrs*
PIC: EMB-120 2612 hrs*
SIC: EMB-120 850 hrs*
PIC: BE-1900 1676 hrs*
Light civil aircraft 750 single engine 105 multi engine*
TOTAL time Airlines: 17009.93*
TOTAL multi engine 17114.93*
Total flight time: 17864.93*
* Original logbooks stolen in home burglary
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