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DONALD ALLEN
Portland, Oregon 208-870-6070  don.allen05@gmail.com
REGIONAL FLEET MANAGER
Over 10 years of experience in fleet maintenance management, including current Western
Regional Fleet Manager position. Record of key contributions includes safety, inventory, cost,
efficiency, and team performance improvements. Honors Graduate from Boise State University.
Consistent100% PreventativeMaintenanceCompliance  Double Digit Inventory Reduction and
<2% Inventory Variances  Excellent Zero Lost-Time Team Accident/Injury Record  Staff
Mentoring & Promotions  Productivity Improvements  Multiple Promotions & Recognitions
Overview:
Experienced, skilled, and dedicated Regional Fleet Maintenance Manager with a strong background in multi-branch
fleet maintenance and operations management. Perennial success in hiring, training, and motivating team members
to exceed expectations. Effective in both proactive and on-the-spot problem resolution. High level of technical
knowledge in vehicle systems. Interact positively at all levels of an organization, including senior management.
Core Skills and Competencies:
Preventative Maintenance; Cost Control; Quality Assurance; Safety Management; Staff Training & Development;
Management of Complex Responsibilities; Troubleshooting & Repairs; Vendor Management; Branch, Regional &
Corporate Communications; Inventory Control; Audits & Inspections; Policies & Procedures Implementation
Technology Skills:
Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Zonar, Transman, AS400, proprietary applications
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
GARDAWORLD CASH SERVICES – Portland, OR – 2012-Present
Fastest-growing North American currency processor w/ a fleet of 3,500+ armored vehicles transporting $5B+ in cash daily.
Western Regional FleetManager
Brought on board to manage all fleet maintenance activities across a 11-state region (OR, WA, ID, MT, WY, CA, NV,
UT, CO, AZ, NM) with 50 branches and 750+ units (Northwest region had no fleet manager for several years).
Supervise, train and mentor team of full-time technicians across 15 inside maintenance shops. Coordinate all aspects
of fleet maintenance.
Manage $3M+ annual budget for maintenance costs, negotiating with vendors for favorable costs on both services
and parts. Communicate with Branch Managers, Regional District Managers, Directors, and the Vice President on
various matters, including updates on costs and vehicle status. Set up and maintained relationships with vendors.
KEY CONTRIBUTIONS & ACHIEVEMENTS:
 Preventative Maintenance – Achieved consistent 100% Preventative Maintenance (PM) compliance at all
in-house shop fleets, improving PM percentages above corporate guidelines.
 Safety Assurance – Maintained record of 1-2 non lost-time incidents and zero lost-time incidents since
2012. Increased region-wide, in-house shop safety by ensuring all equipment meets OSHA standards.
 Training & Mentoring – Mentored Lead Mechanics who became Assistant Regional Managers; improved
knowledge and capabilities of Branch Managers through continual training on DOT regulations.
 Special Projects – Increased truck availability by 30+ units in 30 days through leading special project for
the New Jersey market. Initiated and managed DPF retrofit project for CA trucks to meet CARB compliance.
 Problem Resolution – Addressed and resolved daily technical problems with trucks in the field at remote
branches and vendors.
DONALD ALLEN, 2 208-870-6070  don.allen05@gmail.com
 Key Performance Indicators – Achieved all goals established for KPIs in the region.
FIRST STUDENT – OR / ID Locations – 2005-2012
North America’s leading provider of school bus transportation services, with a fleet of 49,000 buses and 611M annual miles.
ShopManager – West Linn/Wilsonville,OR(2011-2012)
Promoted to oversee 108-unit vehicle fleet across 2 shops/lots. Hired, trained, and supervising team of technicians
as well as communicating with and managing vendors. Oversaw weekly PM and personnel scheduling, daily driver
repairs, hourly dispatch updating, and road calls. Completed quarterly inventory. Ensured full compliance with
OSHA regulations. Planned and administered monthly budget. Addressed and resolved issues that included lack of
consistent shop management, ineffective inventory variances, and absence of required personnel.
KEY CONTRIBUTIONS & ACHIEVEMENTS:
 Inventory Management – Reduced inventory discrepancies by 20% through ensuring and maintaining
efficient use of company systems and practices.
 Performance Optimization – Upheld top employee and operational performance through proper and
consistent implementation of updated company policies/procedures.
 Team Building & Leadership – Built strong and loyal relationships with both staff and driver teams that
facilitated successful outcomes.
ShopLead– Boise,ID (2005-2011)
Promoted to swing shift Crew Lead and Shop Lead positions, respectively. Covered for the Shop Manager in his
absence, overseeing 6 mechanics and 200 units. Managed daily PM and shop personnel scheduling, technical
assistance, and Department of Education audits. Supervised hourly dispatch communications, daily work orders
consistencies, and quarterly inventories. Gained high level of technical knowledge in vehicle systems, including
power plant, brakes, and electrical systems. Facilitated bi-annual state inspections.
KEY CONTRIBUTIONS & ACHIEVEMENTS:
 Scheduling & Training – Created and maintained highly efficient, 6-bay shop productivity schedule.
Delivered effective training of 5 mechanics who all remain in this position.
 External Audit Performance – Led operation in successful passing of bi-annual Department of Education
audits, with zero red tag issues.
 Safety Management – Led team in achieving zero on-the-job injury record throughout tenure.
 Inventory Control – Maintained all quarterly variances at less than 2%.
TREBAR KENWORTH – Boise, ID – 2003-2005
Specializing in custom-manufactured heavy-duty and medium-duty diesel tractors & trucks.
Apprentice
Handled various apprentice duties that included preventative maintenance inspections. Assisted other technicians
in transmission and clutch replacements, air-brake repairs, engine rebuilds and tear-downs, and glass, windshield,
and fifth wheel replacements. Learned different aspects of diesel repair.
EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS
Associate of Applied Science in Diesel Technology, Cum Laude Graduate, 2005 – BOISE STATE UNIVERSITY –
Boise, ID / G.P.A.: 3.9
Certifications/Licenses – ASE Certifications in School Bus Brakes, Body Systems and Special Equipment (former);
Commercial Class B License with Air Brakes
Training – Peterbilt Training (for PB330) at Peterbilt, TX and Canada; Cambli Manufacturing Tour/Training, Canada

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    (continued) DONALD ALLEN Portland, Oregon208-870-6070  don.allen05@gmail.com REGIONAL FLEET MANAGER Over 10 years of experience in fleet maintenance management, including current Western Regional Fleet Manager position. Record of key contributions includes safety, inventory, cost, efficiency, and team performance improvements. Honors Graduate from Boise State University. Consistent100% PreventativeMaintenanceCompliance  Double Digit Inventory Reduction and <2% Inventory Variances  Excellent Zero Lost-Time Team Accident/Injury Record  Staff Mentoring & Promotions  Productivity Improvements  Multiple Promotions & Recognitions Overview: Experienced, skilled, and dedicated Regional Fleet Maintenance Manager with a strong background in multi-branch fleet maintenance and operations management. Perennial success in hiring, training, and motivating team members to exceed expectations. Effective in both proactive and on-the-spot problem resolution. High level of technical knowledge in vehicle systems. Interact positively at all levels of an organization, including senior management. Core Skills and Competencies: Preventative Maintenance; Cost Control; Quality Assurance; Safety Management; Staff Training & Development; Management of Complex Responsibilities; Troubleshooting & Repairs; Vendor Management; Branch, Regional & Corporate Communications; Inventory Control; Audits & Inspections; Policies & Procedures Implementation Technology Skills: Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Zonar, Transman, AS400, proprietary applications PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE GARDAWORLD CASH SERVICES – Portland, OR – 2012-Present Fastest-growing North American currency processor w/ a fleet of 3,500+ armored vehicles transporting $5B+ in cash daily. Western Regional FleetManager Brought on board to manage all fleet maintenance activities across a 11-state region (OR, WA, ID, MT, WY, CA, NV, UT, CO, AZ, NM) with 50 branches and 750+ units (Northwest region had no fleet manager for several years). Supervise, train and mentor team of full-time technicians across 15 inside maintenance shops. Coordinate all aspects of fleet maintenance. Manage $3M+ annual budget for maintenance costs, negotiating with vendors for favorable costs on both services and parts. Communicate with Branch Managers, Regional District Managers, Directors, and the Vice President on various matters, including updates on costs and vehicle status. Set up and maintained relationships with vendors. KEY CONTRIBUTIONS & ACHIEVEMENTS:  Preventative Maintenance – Achieved consistent 100% Preventative Maintenance (PM) compliance at all in-house shop fleets, improving PM percentages above corporate guidelines.  Safety Assurance – Maintained record of 1-2 non lost-time incidents and zero lost-time incidents since 2012. Increased region-wide, in-house shop safety by ensuring all equipment meets OSHA standards.  Training & Mentoring – Mentored Lead Mechanics who became Assistant Regional Managers; improved knowledge and capabilities of Branch Managers through continual training on DOT regulations.  Special Projects – Increased truck availability by 30+ units in 30 days through leading special project for the New Jersey market. Initiated and managed DPF retrofit project for CA trucks to meet CARB compliance.  Problem Resolution – Addressed and resolved daily technical problems with trucks in the field at remote branches and vendors.
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    DONALD ALLEN, 2208-870-6070  don.allen05@gmail.com  Key Performance Indicators – Achieved all goals established for KPIs in the region. FIRST STUDENT – OR / ID Locations – 2005-2012 North America’s leading provider of school bus transportation services, with a fleet of 49,000 buses and 611M annual miles. ShopManager – West Linn/Wilsonville,OR(2011-2012) Promoted to oversee 108-unit vehicle fleet across 2 shops/lots. Hired, trained, and supervising team of technicians as well as communicating with and managing vendors. Oversaw weekly PM and personnel scheduling, daily driver repairs, hourly dispatch updating, and road calls. Completed quarterly inventory. Ensured full compliance with OSHA regulations. Planned and administered monthly budget. Addressed and resolved issues that included lack of consistent shop management, ineffective inventory variances, and absence of required personnel. KEY CONTRIBUTIONS & ACHIEVEMENTS:  Inventory Management – Reduced inventory discrepancies by 20% through ensuring and maintaining efficient use of company systems and practices.  Performance Optimization – Upheld top employee and operational performance through proper and consistent implementation of updated company policies/procedures.  Team Building & Leadership – Built strong and loyal relationships with both staff and driver teams that facilitated successful outcomes. ShopLead– Boise,ID (2005-2011) Promoted to swing shift Crew Lead and Shop Lead positions, respectively. Covered for the Shop Manager in his absence, overseeing 6 mechanics and 200 units. Managed daily PM and shop personnel scheduling, technical assistance, and Department of Education audits. Supervised hourly dispatch communications, daily work orders consistencies, and quarterly inventories. Gained high level of technical knowledge in vehicle systems, including power plant, brakes, and electrical systems. Facilitated bi-annual state inspections. KEY CONTRIBUTIONS & ACHIEVEMENTS:  Scheduling & Training – Created and maintained highly efficient, 6-bay shop productivity schedule. Delivered effective training of 5 mechanics who all remain in this position.  External Audit Performance – Led operation in successful passing of bi-annual Department of Education audits, with zero red tag issues.  Safety Management – Led team in achieving zero on-the-job injury record throughout tenure.  Inventory Control – Maintained all quarterly variances at less than 2%. TREBAR KENWORTH – Boise, ID – 2003-2005 Specializing in custom-manufactured heavy-duty and medium-duty diesel tractors & trucks. Apprentice Handled various apprentice duties that included preventative maintenance inspections. Assisted other technicians in transmission and clutch replacements, air-brake repairs, engine rebuilds and tear-downs, and glass, windshield, and fifth wheel replacements. Learned different aspects of diesel repair. EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS Associate of Applied Science in Diesel Technology, Cum Laude Graduate, 2005 – BOISE STATE UNIVERSITY – Boise, ID / G.P.A.: 3.9 Certifications/Licenses – ASE Certifications in School Bus Brakes, Body Systems and Special Equipment (former); Commercial Class B License with Air Brakes Training – Peterbilt Training (for PB330) at Peterbilt, TX and Canada; Cambli Manufacturing Tour/Training, Canada