Samantha Hernandez
Weatherford,TX
Summary
Accomplished leader with a proven track record at Paul Davis Restoration, adept in project management and operations management. Excelled in fostering team development and optimizing production, achieving significant customer satisfaction and bottom-line results. Skilled in construction management and relationship building, demonstrating innovative thinking and quality assurance in high-stakes environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Reconstruction Team Lead/Estimator
Paul Davis Restoration
Fort Worth, TX
08.2022 - Current
- Set specific goals for projects to measure progress and evaluate end results.
- Held regular one-on-one coaching sessions with staff members to encourage personal development.
- Facilitated team meetings to discuss targets, strategies, and address any issues.
- Evaluated the needs of departments and delegated tasks to optimize overall production.
- Collaborated with other departments to develop effective solutions that meet customer needs.
- Negotiated with vendors and suppliers to secure favorable terms and improve bottom-line results.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues promptly, ensuring high levels of satisfaction.
- Provided leadership and guidance to team members, ensuring that tasks were completed on time and to a high standard.
Motor Transport Chief
Camp Pendleton
Camp Pendleton, CA
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Supervised the movement of motor transport assets across California and Arizona for training exercises
- Implement the process of daily transportation manager request from higher headquarters and sister companies to support training and equipment pick up
- Maintained safety and security of cargo, personnel and equipment in convoy.
- Completed routine inspections and daily preventive maintenance services.
- Participated in meetings with senior management team members on a regular basis providing updates on progress related to motor transport operations.
- Assisted in the development of training programs for drivers to improve their knowledge of traffic laws and defensive driving techniques.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving motor transport personnel or equipment while adhering to safety protocols.
- Conducted periodic inspections to identify any safety or operational issues with the fleet.
- Coordinated vehicle scheduling for daily operations to ensure efficient delivery schedules.
Motor Transport Operations Chief
Fort Leonard Wood
Fort Leonard Wood, MO
01.2017 - 08.2020
- Managed 12 personnel in professional development in correspondence, supply chain ordering and vocational skills
- Accounted for 300 pieces of government equipment worth $73,000,00 ranging from tactical vehicles to trailers in the Global Command Support Management System (GCSS)
- Prepared briefs, policies, and financial statements using word processing, excel spreadsheets and presentation software
- Inventoried motor transport equipment on a monthly basis along with demanding support items, Using unit responsible items, and Supply system responsible items for each government vehicle
- Supervised a team of Motor Transport Operators responsible for transporting personnel and cargo safely and efficiently.
- Created a positive learning environment by establishing open communication with students
- Evaluated effectiveness of instructional materials including textbooks, software programs or handouts.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Collaborated with other instructors on curriculum development projects and interdisciplinary initiatives.
- Employed variety of teaching styles to respond to needs of diverse learners.
Ground Safety Chief
Fort Worth
Fort Worth, TX
01.2012 - 01.2017
- Reduced costs by $200,000 through comprehensive monitoring of multi-state vehicle accidents.
- Recommended methods to reduce ongoing hazards with improved methods, processes and materials.
- Monitored employee performance to ensure adherence to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Conducted research, compiled safety data, and prepared a PowerPoint presentation for executives, committees, and directors.
- Wrote technical reports, data entry and queries into various safety and health databases.
- Led teams of risk management and operational personnel in development of hazard analyses and risk assessments.
- Conducted investigations into incidents or accidents in order to identify root cause and recommend corrective actions.
- Coordinated right-to-know programs regarding hazardous chemicals or other substances.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing findings from investigations and inspections performed.
- Reviewed accident reports and initiated corrective action plans when necessary.
Education
High School Diploma -
El Campo High School
El Campo, TX05-2007
Some College (No Degree) -
Columbia College of Missouri
Columbia, MOSkills
- Employee training
- Operations management
- Innovative Thinking
- OSHA Safety
- Logistics
- Quality Assurance
- Program development
- Time management
- Microsoft Office
- Project management
- Relationship building
- Performance improvement
- Customer service
- Construction management
- Project estimation and bidding
- Estimate preparation
Training
- Xactimate Level 2, 12/01/22
- Xactimate Level 1, 08/01/22
- Substance Abuse Counselor Officer Course, 01/01/20
- Staff Non Commissioned Officer Chief Course, 01/01/19
- Hazardous Waste Generation and Handling Hazardous Material, 01/01/18
- Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Course, 01/01/17
- Senior Instructor Course, 01/01/17
- Basic Instructor Course, 01/01/17
- Ground Safety Course, 01/01/13
Timeline
Reconstruction Team Lead/Estimator
Paul Davis Restoration
08.2022 - Current
Motor Transport Chief
Camp Pendleton
08.2020 - 05.2022
Motor Transport Operations Chief
Fort Leonard Wood
01.2017 - 08.2020
Ground Safety Chief
Fort Worth
01.2012 - 01.2017
High School Diploma -
El Campo High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Columbia College of Missouri
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