Wilson Vazquez
Elmwood Park,IL
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude, and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic, and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals. Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges.
Strong problem-solving abilities, and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with management and team members. Focused on supporting team success, and achieving positive results.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Equipment Training Specialist-MTD
City Of Chicago-Dept Of Aviation Vehicle Services
Chicago, IL
11.2004 - Current
- Ensured compliance with FAA training requirements and 139 certifications.
- Trains Motor Truck Drivers (MTDs) in the operation and maintenance of automotive and power equipment.
- Develops and implements related safety and accident prevention training and instructional procedures
- Confers with departmental supervisors regarding special training needs, and instructs MTDs to meet those needs.
- Observes equipment operations and recommends standards for manpower and equipment utilization
- Administers road tests to motor vehicle drivers
- Maintains employee training records
- May prepare and maintain safety training manuals, instructional modules, visual aids, and other training documents.
- Prepares periodic status and progress reports on equipment operation and safety training activities
Motor Truck Driver
City of Chicago-Dept. Of Aviation Vehicle Services
Chicago, IL
11.1997 - 11.2004
- Under supervision, drives and operates a wide variety of motor vehicles and power equipment, and performs related duties as required.
- Transports materials, tools, equipment, and personnel to and from projects.
- Drives sweepers, snowplows, and spreaders to clear streets, airfields, and runways, and spread sand, salt, and other products.
- Positions assigned at the City’s airports communicate with other drivers and control tower personnel while on the airfield.
Truck Driver
Conway Central Express
Des Plaines, IL
03.1995 - 11.1997
- Maintained ongoing communications with operations center personnel to keep teammates informed.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hollywood Hills High School
Hollywood, FL05-1991
Skills
- Classroom experience
- Classroom expertise
- Training delivery
- Reference material development
- Training evaluation
- Training material design
- Training program design
- Course creation
- Performance assessment
- Motivational speaking
- Airfield training
Certification
- Advance Airfield Red Stripe Certification
- CDL Class A with Hazmat, Tankers, Air Brakes, Double and Triples Endorsement
- OSHA 10 hour course certifcate
- FEMA Student Identification (FEMA SID) number 0000954769
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
- Sports
- Travel
- Enjoy quality time with Family
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Equipment Training Specialist-MTD
City Of Chicago-Dept Of Aviation Vehicle Services
11.2004 - Current
Motor Truck Driver
City of Chicago-Dept. Of Aviation Vehicle Services
11.1997 - 11.2004
Truck Driver
Conway Central Express
03.1995 - 11.1997
- Advance Airfield Red Stripe Certification
- CDL Class A with Hazmat, Tankers, Air Brakes, Double and Triples Endorsement
- OSHA 10 hour course certifcate
- FEMA Student Identification (FEMA SID) number 0000954769
High School Diploma -
Hollywood Hills High School
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