Brian Davis
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
History of improving shop productivity and work efficiency through hands-on management and good decision-making skills. Organized and disciplined with excellent communication, problem-solving and planning abilities.
Seasoned Hiring Manager with more than 5 years' experience in interviewing, recruiting and onboarding for heavy diesel mechanics. Amassed successful track record in the selection of talented candidates which become long-term company assets..
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Shop Foreman
Knight Transportation
09.2021 - Current
- Oversaw maintenance and repair of shop equipment.
- Directed daily operations of team of twenty-eight technicians and shop professionals.
- Provided training, coaching and support of staff members, resulting in elevated individual performance to boosted service standards.
- Managed materials inside shop and at job locations.
- Monitored daily and weekly key performance indicators to maintain on-track status.
- Kept accurate and detailed records of personnel progress and productivity.
- Established operational objectives and work plans and delegated assignments to subordinates
- Trained and coached employees to improve performance and skills.
Lead Mechanic
Knight Transportation
11.2020 - 09.2021
- Promoted workplace safety by examining tools and equipment and providing employee safety training to prevent unsafe conditions.
- Diagnosed mechanical failures to determine and delegate corrective actions.
- Evaluated final results to determine quality levels and isolate root causes of any identified faults.
- Organized ongoing maintenance schedules to boost system performance.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction ratings by motivating team members to strengthen quality and increase productivity.
- Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
Owner Operator
Knight Refrigerated
07.2019 - 11.2020
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Held an exemplary on time delivery ratio
- Mentored new and experienced drivers to become successful in the industry
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Falcon Transport
05.2018 - 07.2019
- Assessed financial reports and statements regularly to update processes and operations for greater profitability.
- Established and administered annual budget with controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate and support sustainability objectives.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
CDL Driver Trainer
R.E West Transportation
11.2017 - 04.2018
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Conducted efficient cargo transfers to maintain route schedules.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Assessed student needs to develop effective training plans.
- Tracked student progress and adapted plans to maintain progress.
- Recorded and edited videos for use in later courses or by remote learners.
- Mentored new hires, resulting in safer and more confident drivers with increased productivity.
Education
BBA - Buisness Administration
East Tennessee State University
05.2017
High School Diploma -
David Crockett High School
12.2013
Skills
- Equipment operation
- Materials management
- Business administration
- P&L Management
- Business planning
- Cost reduction and containment
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Training Method Development
- Leadership Development
- Assignment Delegation
- Employee Interviewing
- Safety Management
- Team Training
- Training and mentoring
- Relationship Building
- Customer Service
- Coaching and Mentoring
Timeline
Shop Foreman
Knight Transportation
09.2021 - Current
Lead Mechanic
Knight Transportation
11.2020 - 09.2021
Owner Operator
Knight Refrigerated
07.2019 - 11.2020
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Falcon Transport
05.2018 - 07.2019
CDL Driver Trainer
R.E West Transportation
11.2017 - 04.2018
BBA - Buisness Administration
East Tennessee State University
High School Diploma -
David Crockett High School
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