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Urbandale, Iowa, United States

Responsible for overseeing fleet maintenance staff, including the Mechanics job classifications, and contractors that perform work on vehicles and equipment, Assists Department heads and other City employees in developing specifications for Vehicle and equipment purchases. Responsible for purchasing fleet related parts, equipment and operating supplies in accordance with City policies and maintaining an inventory of supplies.-Prioritizes and assigns work, supervises, inspects and provides oversight and direction tothe City’s fleet maintenance program.-Investigates and resolves complaints, issues or questions of the general public or citydepartments.-Monitors budgets, billings, purchases, and accounts payable. Monitors inventory andpurchases parts, materials, tools and equipment necessary to perform job duties,-Develops specifications, materials lists and cost estimates for vehicles and equipment forroutine maintenance and repair and oversees the disposal of vehicles and equipment removedfrom service.-Assures that work performed by the fleet maintenance staff is done in accordance withOSHA safety standards and those established by the City.-Provide recommendations in the selection, orientation, performance management, anddiscipline of employees in the assigned unit in accordance with City policy-Train personnel in proper work procedures and in the use and care of equipment andfacilities.-Assure fair and consistent treatment of all employees in assigned unit and that allemployees comply with all city policies and procedures.-Assure that work performed in the unit meets the city’s standards for customer service,accuracy, quality, and efficiency.-Direct activities of the unit to assure that appropriate communication and coordination ofefforts occurs with other units of the City.-Prepares reports, manages records and tracks labor activities for assigned personnel,

Johnston, Iowa

•Supervises and evaluates the work of 17 direct reports; recommends personnel actions related to selection, disciplinary procedures, performance, leaves, grievances, work schedules, and assignments; administers personnel policies and procedures.•Assigns ongoing work to subordinates; explains methods and procedures giving special instructions on unusual problems and situations; spot checks work in process or upon completion; participates in ongoing work.•Makes recommendations concerning budget, personnel, and related resource requirements for the area supervised based upon experience, anticipated workload, and production capability of the unit.•Provides financial and program/operational data for higher-level management decisions; gathers, analyzes, and compiles data to prepare narrative and statistical reports on unit activities.•Compiles statistical or narrative information for agency personnel, other state, federal, county, or municipal officials, legislators, news media, and the general public.•Explains the work of the unit, program policies, and procedures to interested parties and staff; drafts detailed responses about programs, regulations, procedures, activities, and status of projects; compiles statistical or narrative information about the program.

Texarkana, Texas Area

•Oversee the discipline, welfare, training and morale of more than 107 Marines and Sailors of Detachment 1, Motor Transport Company.•Supervise administrative functions of the Detachment, including Force Protection Council, meritorious promotions, and disciplinary actions.•Conduct future operations planning with the Company Commander, Detachment Inspector-Instructor staff, and Battalion staff.•Oversee the preparation as well as execution of all Detachment operations orders as well as live-fire confirmation briefs to the Battalion Commander. •Maintain personnel and equipment accountability during all training evolutions.•Plan and oversee the execution of the Company training schedule, including all required annual training outlined in MCBul 1500, or as directed.•Mentor, train, and counsel Marines, NCOs and SNCOs, regularly and as appropriate to enhance unit readiness and retention.

620 Cherry Street Des Moines Iowa

• Supervises the scheduling and monitoring of all custodial care of the assigned facility including contracted services and personnel. Ensures by personal participation and monitoring, the appearance, cleanliness and safety of the facilities' working conditions are maintained. • Coordinates the preventative maintenance plan for the assigned facility. Monitors on a daily basis the building systems including, but not limited to HVAC, lighting, plumbing, gas, electrical utilities and communications inside and outside the facility. Completes the required paperwork necessary for the maintenance and security of the facility. • Periodically inspects the entire facility to ensure that it is in good condition and that all systems are in proper working order. Identify defects or deficiencies that require attention and take steps to correct or resolve them.• Enforces building and safety regulations to ensure a safe environment for employees, customers, and visitors. • Performs and is responsible for the maintenance of grounds and customer areas to desired appearance standards. Duties include but are not limited to the coordination and personal participation in landscape work, snow removal, salting/sanding of walkways, window cleaning and upkeep of amenities, and customer areas. Ensuring the proper amount of supplies for the upkeep and maintenance of the building are available. Checks and maintains the equipment used at the facility. Initiates requisitions for the purchase of supplies and tools/equipment; maintains the inventories and records usage on a monthly basis while monitoring the operational budget.

Des Moines, Iowa Area

• Reviewed demand patterns, weeks of supply, safety stock and inventory turnover to establish optimum holding levels while reducing costs.• Purchased parts and supplies by evaluating department needs, reviewed and negotiated vendor costs, and determined best alternative products and vendors.• Reviewed and communicated with vendors regarding product information, shipping services and expediting costs, discounts and contracts.• Entered material information and pricing data used by staff onto work orders generated by the inventory management system.• Performed inventory restocking, reviews and ensured the accuracy of inventory accounting and other transactions and made necessary corrections.• Researched and interpreted parts manuals and technical bulletins to look up parts, locate and distribute to maintenance operations personnel.

Belize

•Represented and advised the Commander, Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force Southern Command 18 in all matters related to the advancement of strategic Marine Corps interests in Belize and Central America.•Coordinated the planning and supervised the execution of all theater security cooperation events in Belize to include: subject matter expert exchanges, training seminars, & engagements between Marine Corps Forces South and military and political leaders of Belize and the United States furthering strategic advancement of the DoD’s mission and policies. • Influenced and advanced a productive, mutually beneficial relationship of the U.S. Marines with the U.S. Embassy and components of the Belizean armed forces.•Communicated daily with the U.S. Military Group to ensure the Senior Defense Official and U.S. Embassy staff are apprised of Marine activities and intentions in Belize and throughout Central America.•Served as the Control Officer to USMC and other DoD members during official visits; arranged facility and area access approvals for all U.S. personnel and aircraft to operate freely in Belize.•Conducted investigations into policy infractions on a as needed basis.

Georgia

•Advised the team Officer In Charge on team logistical and supply matters. As well as advised foreign national partner nations in tactical military supply and logistics to achieve mission accomplishment. •Processed logistical support requests in support of operations and transportation of personnel and material throughout the country of Georgia, the continent of Europe and the Middle East. •Maintained equipment and ammunition accountability; conducted periodic inventories of team equipment and ammunition allotments/expenditures in accordance with Marine Corps orders and regulations. •Managed team finances, contracts, and contracted projects, excess of $100,000 dollars. •Supervised the maintenance of all organic equipment, rolling stock, excess of $40 million dollars. •Coached and mentored Georgian forces in training and readiness assessments.•Conducted the principles, tactics, techniques and procedures of effective cross-cultural communication, problem solving and conflict resolution.

Kansas City, Missouri Area

•Supervised and managed a 51 Marine Chemical, Biological, Radio-logical, and Nuclear platoon.•Communicated with supporting and adjacent units in matters of vehicle recovery, fuel and other logistical needs in order to maintain their operational effectiveness.•Ensured route safety for all operational convoys leaving friendly lines as well as ensuring the overall safety of the personnel on the convoy.•Effectively commanded and controlled Regimental and Battalion personnel and vehicle assets in upwards to over 2500 personnel and 200 vehicles at one time.•Oversaw the maintenance and safety of over 100 vehicles for operational use as well as ensuring all vehicle operators licensing is current and meets Marine Corps orders and regulations. •Planned long-range projects, managed multiple tasks, analyzed data, resources, and performance of my Marines to achieve the support mission.•Managed personnel and equipment in a maintenance management position while reporting to superiors on current progress of the maintenance of the vehicles as well as supply levels and order timelines.

Guthrie Center, Iowa

•Coordinated communication with customers and general contractors to achieve project completion in a timely and cost-effective manner. Spoke with customers on expectations and needs to prevent damage to their home and property.•Consistently ensured all equipment and vehicles met DOT regulations. •Explained to the customer on the purpose of our product to achieve customer satisfaction.•Responsible for securing the job site at the end of the day and ensuring fuel and supplies were available for the following work day or project. •Created and maintained the company website along with marketing and promotional items.