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AJIN RAJU

Winnipeg,MB

Summary

Professional driver with substantial experience in transit operations and strong commitment to safety and punctuality. Known for reliability, teamwork, and adaptability to changing schedules. Skilled in vehicle operation, navigation, and customer service. Consistently delivers results and maintains high standards in all aspects of work.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Para – Transit Driver / Driver Trainer

Voyago
08.2023 - 02.2025
  • Safely operate a specialized vehicle, such as a wheelchair-accessible van or bus, ensuring that passengers are transported to their destinations in a timely manner.
  • Assist passengers with entering and exiting the vehicle, including helping with mobility devices like wheelchairs, walkers, and scooters.
  • Secure wheelchairs and other mobility aids safely within the vehicle using proper equipment (e.g., wheelchair lifts, tie-downs, etc.).
  • Teach new drivers how to operate the vehicles, including how to use equipment like wheelchair lifts, securement systems, and accessible seating arrangements.
  • Ensure drivers understand and adhere to safety guidelines, both for their own protection and the safety of passengers, especially those with physical disabilities or special needs.
  • Provide instruction on safe driving practices, emphasizing techniques for safe driving in various weather conditions and heavy traffic.

Fleet Manager

Acheron Logistics
06.2022 - 07.2023
  • Overseeing and coordinating the operations of our company's vehicle fleet, which comprises 52 vehicles. Ensuring that vehicles are available, operational, and utilized efficiently.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies by monitoring vehicle usage. Developing and implementing preventive maintenance programs to reduce downtime and repair costs. Scheduling regular inspections, servicing, and repairs for all vehicles.
  • Monitor and control expenses related to the fleet, such as fuel, maintenance, insurance, and licensing. Negotiate with vendors and suppliers to secure cost-effective services and parts. Analyze fleet performance to identify opportunities for cost savings.
  • Generate management reports on fleet performance, costs, and compliance. Develop long-term strategies for fleet growth, replacement, and optimization. Assess the need for new vehicles and manage the procurement process.
  • Establish and enforce safety policies and procedures to minimize accidents and injuries. Implement driver training programs to encourage safe driving practices. Maintain accurate records of driver licenses, vehicle registrations, and vehicle inspections.
  • Recruit, train, and effectively oversee drivers to ensure optimal performance. Consistently monitor key metrics such as punctuality, route adherence, and safety records to uphold the highest standards. Proactively address driver concerns and swiftly resolve any issues related to fleet operations, fostering a positive and efficient working environment.

Logistics Supervisor / Dispatcher

Acheron Logistics
01.2022 - 06.2022
  • Effectively lead and coordinate daily operations within the Amazon warehouse, ensuring seamless receiving, efficient loading, and timely dispatching of routes.
  • Ensure that all operations align with Amazon’s standards for speed, accuracy, efficiency and safety protocols.
  • Communication channel among Amazon leadership, managers, company owners, and drivers.
  • Oversee the workflow, allocate resources as necessary, and assign tasks and responsibilities to team members according to their workload and priorities.
  • Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback to associates. Analyze performance data to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
  • Proactively address and effectively resolve operational challenges, such as delays, equipment malfunctions, and potential hazards on routes.
  • Analyze operational demands and forecast staffing needs based on workload, seasonality, and business goals. Assigning shifts based on employee availability, skills, and experience. Overseeing the recording of employee hours worked, including regular hours, overtime, and breaks.
  • Trained, scheduled and evaluated 120 drivers.

Automotive Service Technician

Vision Honda
09.2019 - 11.2020
  • Inspecting /test driving cars and recommending required maintenance or repair works.
  • Completing the repair works according to the work order.
  • Skilled automotive maintenance technician.

Analysis Engineer (Intern-trainee)

Bosch
12.2018 - 06.2019
  • Worked on different test cars.
  • Analyzing data after different performance tests and making a final report.

Education

Automotive Sales - Automotive Sales

Fanshawe College
London, Ontario
04.2023

Automotive Service Management

Fanshawe College
London, Ontario
04.2022

B. TECH - Automobile Engineering

Christ University
Bangalore, Karnataka
06.2019

Skills

  • Great adaptivity and excellent communication skills
  • Great problem-solving skills
  • Good at organising and strategic thinking
  • Good at team building and working effectively as part of a team
  • Good time management skills and decision-making
  • Good customer service skills
  • Extremely dedicated
  • Excellent socializing skills

Certification

  • Valid F Driving License (Manitoba Class 4 Equivalent)
  • First Aid & CPR Level C

AVAILABILITY

Full time available including weekends (On Work Permit)

Timeline

Para – Transit Driver / Driver Trainer

Voyago
08.2023 - 02.2025

Fleet Manager

Acheron Logistics
06.2022 - 07.2023

Logistics Supervisor / Dispatcher

Acheron Logistics
01.2022 - 06.2022

Automotive Service Technician

Vision Honda
09.2019 - 11.2020

Analysis Engineer (Intern-trainee)

Bosch
12.2018 - 06.2019

B. TECH - Automobile Engineering

Christ University

Automotive Sales - Automotive Sales

Fanshawe College

Automotive Service Management

Fanshawe College
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