Roderick Nash
Detroit,MI
Summary
Proactive Transportation Equipment Operator known for critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Demonstrated success in managing emergency situations and training new operators, contributing to a culture of safety and efficiency within the team.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Transportation Equipment Operator
Detroit Department of Transportation
Detroit, Michigan
05.2019 - Current
- Operated various transportation equipment to guarantee timely service delivery.
- Coordinated with dispatch to optimize routes, reducing delays and improving service delivery.
- Ensured compliance with Department of Transportation regulations pertaining to hours of service.
- Conducted routine inspections on vehicles prior to departure in order to verify they are up-to-date with safety standards.
- Inspected vehicle before and after every trip to assess performance and maintenance requirements.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations such as breakdowns or traffic accidents in order to minimize disruption of services.
- Documented equipment status and promptly reported issues to maintenance teams, facilitating timely repairs.
- Trained new operators on safe equipment handling and operational protocols to ensure compliance and safety.
- Followed safety regulations and departmental policies during all operations consistently.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers regarding traffic conditions and potential delays due to weather or other factors.
- Reported any incidents involving spills or damages during transit immediately upon arrival at destination.
- Adhered strictly to company policies regarding proper use of transportation equipment at all times.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- Performed activities on time while maintaining regular attendance and punctuality to support scheduling and work coverage.
- Demonstrated professional conduct with clients to deliver outstanding customer service.
- Interacted with customers pleasantly to meet needs and drive satisfaction.
- Transported clients to specified destinations safely and on-time.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Paralegal Studies
Montcalm Community College
Ionia, MISome College (No Degree) - General Studies
Wayne County Community College
Detroit, MISkills
- Critical thinking
- Route optimization
- Safety compliance
- Equipment inspection
- Emergency response
- Incident reporting
- Problem solving
- Team training
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Verbal communication
- Time management
- Vehicle operation
- Verbal communication
Certification
- Custodial Maintenance Technician
Issued by the State of Michigan 2010 - Received Certificate for Anger Management 2010
Issued by the Michigan Department of Corrections - Received Certificate for Stress management 2010
Issued by the Michigan Department of Corrections - Certificate of Completion DDOT TESA Training December 17 2025
Issued by the Detroit Department of .Transportation - Certified as a Line Instructor by DDOT Operations Training Center 2025
- Completed and Certified as a Mentor to New TEOs within the Detroit Department of Transportation March 4, 2026
Affiliations
- Currently serving on the Activities Committee for ATU Local 26
- Currently serving as a Member of the Outreach Team at my Church Faith Xperience
Timeline
Transportation Equipment Operator
Detroit Department of Transportation
05.2019 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Paralegal Studies
Montcalm Community College
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Wayne County Community College