Michael Wyatt

Results-driven operations, transportation, and logistics professional with more than 30 years of progressive leadership experience across military, railroad, transportation, customer service, construction, and small business operations. Proven ability to lead teams, improve operational efficiency, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver exceptional customer service in fast-paced environments. Extensive experience managing personnel, coordinating transportation operations, maintaining safety compliance, conducting inspections, developing employees, and overseeing multimillion-dollar equipment and assets.

Recognized for building high-performing teams, improving productivity, reducing operational risk, and maintaining outstanding safety records.

Locomotive Inspector / Maintenance Technician - Accessories Plus Inc. (API) - Santa Teresa, NM

(2023-07 - 2026-04)

• Inspected an estimated 8–15 locomotives per shift, ensuring 100% compliance with company and FRA safety standards before equipment returned to service.
• Conducted preventive maintenance, fluid inspections, component replacements, and minor mechanical repairs that improved locomotive availability by an estimated 15–20%.
• Identified mechanical deficiencies before operational failure, helping reduce unexpected downtime by an estimated 15%.
• Maintained detailed inspection documentation supporting 100% audit readiness and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinated daily with maintenance personnel and operations staff to improve equipment turnaround and operational efficiency.
• Consistently maintained an excellent safety record while following OSHA, FRA, and company operating procedures.

School Bus Driver - El Paso Independent School District (EPISD) - El Paso, TX

(2022-01 - 2023-06)

• Safely transported an estimated 60–120 students daily while maintaining zero preventable accidents throughout employment.
• Completed pre-trip and post-trip inspections with 100% compliance, ensuring vehicle readiness and passenger safety.
• Achieved an estimated 98% on-time route performance through effective route planning and time management.
• Maintained a safe and orderly environment while enforcing district transportation policies.
• Responded professionally to changing schedules, traffic conditions, and emergency situations while prioritizing student safety.
• Developed positive relationships with students, parents, administrators, and school personnel through outstanding customer service.

Remodeling Technician - Self-Employed - El Paso, TX

(1993-06 - 2023-04)

• Managed residential remodeling projects valued between $1,000 and $15,000 (estimated) from planning through completion.
• Completed an estimated 40–60 renovation projects annually, consistently meeting customer deadlines.
• Performed demolition, drywall installation, painting, plumbing fixture replacement, finish carpentry, and general construction work.
• Maintained an estimated 95% customer satisfaction rate through quality workmanship and reliable project completion.
• Reduced material waste by approximately 10% (estimated) through efficient planning and inventory management.
• Maintained safe work environments with zero OSHA-reportable incidents.

Owner / Baker / Cake Decorator - JD Wyatt Cakes - El Paso, TX

(2015-02 - 2023-10)

• Founded and managed a successful custom cake business serving an estimated 150–300 clients annually.
• Oversaw budgeting, production scheduling, purchasing, inventory, pricing, customer consultations, and marketing.
• Designed specialty cakes for weddings, birthdays, military ceremonies, and corporate events while maintaining high quality standards.
• Achieved an estimated 95% repeat customer and referral rate through exceptional customer service.
• Coordinated multiple production schedules while maintaining 100% on-time delivery.
• Improved workflow efficiency by standardizing production processes, reducing preparation time by an estimated 15%.

Squad Leader / Staff Sergeant - United States Army

(1990-08 - 2015-10)

• Directed daily operations for an estimated 10–15 Soldiers, ensuring mission readiness, accountability, and operational excellence.
• Supervised transportation and logistics operations supporting domestic and overseas missions with an estimated 100% mission completion rate.
• Planned, coordinated, and led convoy operations transporting personnel, equipment, and supplies across challenging environments.
• Managed preventive maintenance programs for tactical vehicle fleets, improving operational readiness by an estimated 20%.
• Trained and mentored Soldiers on transportation operations, leadership, safety, maintenance, and regulatory compliance, achieving an estimated 95–100% training completion rate.
• Conducted employee counseling, performance evaluations, and leadership development that strengthened workforce performance and prepared personnel for promotion.
• Maintained accountability for government equipment and vehicles valued at an estimated $2 million+, achieving 100% inventory accountability.
• Enforced Army safety standards and risk management procedures, contributing to zero preventable vehicle accidents under direct supervision.
• Coordinated with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to improve operational efficiency and mission execution.
• Prepared operational reports, maintenance documentation, personnel records, and compliance reports supporting organizational decision-making.
• Resolved personnel issues through coaching, mentoring, and conflict resolution while maintaining high morale and mission effectiveness.

High School Diploma - Sam Houston High School El Paso Community College