Jim Sparlin

Jim Sparlin

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  • About me

    Field Maintenance Manager at Ryder System, Inc.

  • Education

    • Jack Welch Management Institute

      2017 - 2017
      Executive Certificate Organizational Leadership

      Activities and Societies: An Intensive six-week certificate program personally designed by Jack Welch. Students learn how to hire, motivate, coach and inspire with confidence mastering the art of leadership. An Intensive six-week certificate program personally designed by Jack Welch. Students learn how to hire, motivate, coach and inspire with confidence mastering the art of leadership.

    • Southern New Hampshire University

      2017 - 2020
      Bachelor Science Data Analytics Data Analytics

      The undergraduate data analytics degree online combines facets of business, information technology and mathematics with data mining, simulation and optimization. Dissect information and put it in context of the challenges that face the world today. Data analytics degree program will increase your understanding and develop your information analysis expertise. ◾Identify and define data challenges in a variety of industries◾Collect and organize information from many sources◾Communicate… Show more The undergraduate data analytics degree online combines facets of business, information technology and mathematics with data mining, simulation and optimization. Dissect information and put it in context of the challenges that face the world today. Data analytics degree program will increase your understanding and develop your information analysis expertise. ◾Identify and define data challenges in a variety of industries◾Collect and organize information from many sources◾Communicate with workers and subject-matter experts who are involved in both the broad-based and industry-specific situations◾Examine data and determine what is relevant and how to analyze it◾Use statistical analysis, simulation and optimization to analyze data and develop applicable, real-world solutions◾Advise decision-makers and stakeholders on the best courses of action◾Communicate findings and recommendations for managers, executives and other officials Show less

    • Jack Welch Management Institute

      2017 - 2017
      Executive Certificate, Business Communications

      Learn How to inform, persuade and engage for maximum impact. With focus on the management of people and organizations; participants study applicable techniques to improve effectiveness of their verbal and written communication skills in a business setting. With an emphasis of candor and transparency, two skills that are critical to winning!

    • Universal Technical Institute of Texas Inc

      1997 - 1998
      Associate's degree Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician 4.0

      Activities and Societies: A school with a quality reputation is important. As the leading provider of training for students seeking careers as professional automotive, diesel, collision repair, motorcycle and marine technicians, UTI has graduated more than 200,000 technicians during 50 years in business. Thier reputation is built not only on the quality of our training and instructors but also the success that UTI graduates experience in their careers. A school with a quality reputation is important. As the leading provider of training for students seeking careers as professional automotive, diesel, collision repair, motorcycle and marine technicians, UTI has graduated more than 200,000 technicians during 50 years in business. Thier reputation is built not only on the quality of our training and instructors but also the success that UTI graduates experience in their careers.

  • Experience

    • American Fleet Services

      Mar 2000 - Jun 2003
      Shop Foreman
    • Waste Management

      Jun 2003 - Sept 2008
      Sr. District Fleet Manager

      Supervised all facets of fleet operations and maintenance for waste transportation company while guaranteeing fleet safety, availability, and cost effectiveness to meet required daily schedules and routes. Maintained communication with the corporate and vendor trainers to facilitate specific training to 23 staff.Evaluate fleet metrics to ensure conformity and attainment of company goals and policies while collaborating with internal departments regarding ongoing fleet operations NOTABLE ACCOMPLIISHMENTS:Enabled the Maintenance Team to attain zero accident/injury record since 2006 through by expertly managing safety programs through communication and training.Efficiently managed fleet budget to ensure compliance with cost-per-driver hour goal, thereby gaining $2.23 in 2007 and $0.07 in 2008.Minimized operating cost by $500K in 2006 and $1.3M in 2007, which contributed to wave off a potential divestiture of business unit to a competitor.Brought significant contribution to the acquisition of California Model Pollution Prevention Shop Certification from the California Department of Toxic Substance Control, which was posted on the DTSC website Show less

    • Ryder System, Inc.

      Sept 2008 - now

      Provide leadership to a team of 100 employees, 6 locations and over 2200 units with an oversight of entire fleet operations, maintenance and customer service. Execute and sustain maintenance objectives, plans, and strategies within the business unit along with the quality processes and financial measures needed to be successful.Evaluate process, programs and policy within designated teams to determine effectiveness and compliance with company guidelines, federal, state and local laws.Implement new/revised company policies and processes ensuring quality and compliance standards are met.Maintain involvement in driving initiatives toward business growth through increased customer retention, expansion, new sales to attain operational excellence standards and customer satisfaction.Participate in Union contract negations for the collective bargaining unit and maintain good working relationships. Assume full accountability in guaranteeing fleet availability, safety, and cost effectiveness to meet required routes and schedules for clients Show less

      • Field Maintenance Manager, National Accounts

        Apr 2017 - now
      • Sr. Maintenance Manager

        Sept 2008 - now
  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Mens Running Team Volunteer (Baker to Vegas)

      Issued by San Diego Police Department on Mar 2014
      San Diego Police DepartmentAssociated with Jim Sparlin
    • Sworn CERT Volunteer

      Issued by Community Emergency Response Team on Jun 2014
      Community Emergency Response TeamAssociated with Jim Sparlin