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Wahab Niazi

Tustin,CA

Summary

Transit operations professional with hands-on experience as a Coach Operator at OCTA and a strong background in logistics, dispatching, business operations, and safety compliance. Skilled in real-time service management, field operations, and supervising or assisting teams to deliver safe, reliable, and courteous service. Currently studying Logistics & Supply Chain Management to further enhance operational and leadership skills.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Coach Operator

Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA)
Santa Ana, CA
09.2024 - Current
  • Safely operate motor coach on assigned routes, ensuring schedule adherence, passenger safety, and policy compliance
  • Assist passengers with route information, transfers, and boarding/deboarding, including support for persons with disabilities
  • Maintain accurate documentation, report motor coach adjustments or repairs, and complete accident/trouble reports on the same day
  • Communicate effectively with Central Communications and field personnel to manage on-route incidents and maintain service reliability
  • Comply with traffic regulations, OCTA policies, and Federal Transit Administration safety requirements
  • Provide courteous, professional customer service to diverse passenger groups in a high-volume environment

Operations Trainee

South County Auto Body
Lake Forest, CA
10.2023 - 09.2024
  • Trained under the business owner to learn day-to-day operations, customer service, and shop management
  • Assisted in scheduling repairs, managing parts orders, and coordinating workflow between technicians and customers
  • Observed and supported inventory management, vendor relations, and financial tracking
  • Developed a working knowledge of small-business operations, focusing on efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction

Inventory Specialist / Dispatcher

Oso Homecare
Irvine, CA
10.2022 - 10.2023
  • Managed inventory control and quality assurance for medical supplies and equipment
  • Dispatched and coordinated delivery drivers to ensure on-time patient deliveries
  • Troubleshot routing and delivery issues in real time, communicating with drivers and patients to resolve problems
  • Inspected shipments, tracked discrepancies, and maintained detailed records to prevent errors
  • Collaborated with supervisors to resolve logistical and patient-related challenges quickly

Shift Supervisor

CVS/Pharmacy
Tustin, CA
01.2022 - 10.2022
  • Oversaw daily operations, staff coordination, and cash management
  • Conducted audits, inventory checks, and ensured compliance with company policies
  • Processed shipments and resolved customer and vendor issues efficiently

Education

Associate of Science - Logistics & Supply Chain Management

Saddleback College
Mission Viejo, CA

CHSPE Certificate - High School Diploma Equivalent

La Quinta High School
Westminster, CA

Skills

  • Transit Operations & Safety Compliance
  • Radio & Field Communications
  • Dispatching & Driver Coordination
  • Business Operations & Training
  • Customer Service & Public Interaction
  • Incident Response & Reporting
  • Inventory & Logistics Coordination
  • Supervisory Support & Training

Certification

  • Valid California Commercial Driver License Class B with 'P' Passenger Endorsement (no air brake restrictions)

Timeline

Coach Operator

Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA)
09.2024 - Current

Operations Trainee

South County Auto Body
10.2023 - 09.2024

Inventory Specialist / Dispatcher

Oso Homecare
10.2022 - 10.2023

Shift Supervisor

CVS/Pharmacy
01.2022 - 10.2022

Associate of Science - Logistics & Supply Chain Management

Saddleback College

CHSPE Certificate - High School Diploma Equivalent

La Quinta High School