Jacob Venable Jr
Baltimore
Summary
Fleet and Operations Manager with 7+ years of leadership experience combining military discipline, logistics expertise, and operational management. Proven success managing LTL, OTR, regional, intermodal, and household goods logistics while overseeing fleet operations, office operations, office staff, and employees in the field. Strong track record in DOT compliance, fleet expansion, preventative maintenance, cost reduction, operational growth, and employee development. Recognized for building efficient operations, maintaining high driver morale, and mentoring youth on and off the field.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Youth Sports Coach
Baltimore Community
01.2022 - Current
- Coach youth basketball and football teams.
- Led teams to multiple tournament championships and football championships.
- Mentor youth on and off the field, emphasizing discipline, accountability, teamwork, and leadership.
- Promote academic success and personal development to help guide youth into responsible young adults.
Fleet & Operations Manager
Legendary Group
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Expanded company fleet from 3 trucks to 8 trucks, supporting operational and revenue growth.
- Managed LTL, OTR, regional, and intermodal logistics operations.
- Oversaw office operations, office staff, and employees on the road.
- Maintained excellent DOT compliance and strong driver satisfaction.
- Implemented operator-level maintenance procedures to reduce mechanic costs and improve fleet efficiency.
- Built a positive workplace culture focused on operational growth, accountability, and employee retention.
- Role concluded due to unforeseen circumstances.
Sergeant (E-5) - Motor Transport Operator (88M)
United States Army / National Guard
01.2015 - 01.2022
- Served 7 years in military transportation and logistics operations.
- Promoted to Sergeant through demonstrated leadership and operational performance.
- Led and managed platoon personnel while overseeing mission readiness and accountability.
- Coordinated vehicle operations, logistics support, and fleet readiness activities.
- Performed operator-level maintenance to reduce mechanic costs and improve vehicle readiness.
- Assisted in training soldiers transitioning laterally within the military to obtain operator licenses and transportation qualifications.
- Maintained high operational standards in fast-paced and mission-critical environments.
Operations Manager
Venable Logistics
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Managed daily operations for 10 trucks and 20 employees.
- Oversaw LTL, OTR, regional, intermodal, and household goods logistics operations.
- Managed office operations, office staff, and field employees.
- Increased company sales by 50% through operational improvements and strong team leadership.
- Maintained spotless DOT inspections and fleet compliance standards.
- Implemented operator-level maintenance procedures to lower mechanic costs and reduce downtime.
- Improved operational efficiency while maintaining strong employee morale and retention.
Fleet Manager
Venable Logistics
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Managed a 7-truck fleet while ensuring full DOT compliance and operational readiness.
- Achieved a 100% DOT inspection pass rate during tenure.
- Maintained zero major breakdowns through preventative and operator-level maintenance practices.
- Reduced mechanic costs through hands-on fleet maintenance oversight.
- Managed LTL, regional, and intermodal logistics operations.
- Coordinated fleet scheduling, compliance, and maintenance planning.
Education
88M Heavy Operator - Us Army Motor School
Us Army
St Louis, MO 02.2016 - 04.2016
Kenwood High School
Essex , MdSkills
- Fleet Management
- Operations Management
- DOT Compliance
- LTL Logistics
- OTR Logistics
- Regional Logistics
- Intermodal Logistics
- Household Goods Operations
- Preventative Maintenance
- Team Leadership
- Office Operations Management
- Staff Supervision
- Cost Reduction Strategies
- Driver Relations & Retention
- Operational Growth & Scaling
Certification
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
- DOT Compliance & Fleet Safety Management
- Logistics & Transportation Operations
- Preventative Maintenance & Fleet Readiness
Community Leadership
Youth Sports Coach, 01/01/22, Present, Coach youth basketball and football teams., Led teams to multiple tournament championships and football championships., Mentor youth on and off the field, emphasizing discipline, accountability, teamwork, and leadership., Promote academic success and personal development to help guide youth into responsible young adults.
Military Experience
United States Army / National Guard, Sergeant (E-5), Motor Transport Operator (88M), 01/01/15, 12/31/19, Served 7 years in military transportation and logistics operations., Promoted to Sergeant through demonstrated leadership and operational performance., Led and managed platoon personnel while overseeing mission readiness and accountability., Coordinated vehicle operations, logistics support, and fleet readiness activities., Performed operator-level maintenance to reduce mechanic costs and improve vehicle readiness., Assisted in training soldiers transitioning laterally within the military to obtain operator licenses and transportation qualifications., Maintained high operational standards in fast-paced and mission-critical environments.
Timeline
Youth Sports Coach
Baltimore Community
01.2022 - Current
Fleet & Operations Manager
Legendary Group
01.2022 - 01.2024
Operations Manager
Venable Logistics
01.2021 - 01.2022
Fleet Manager
Venable Logistics
01.2019 - 01.2021
88M Heavy Operator - Us Army Motor School
Us Army
02.2016 - 04.2016
Sergeant (E-5) - Motor Transport Operator (88M)
United States Army / National Guard
01.2015 - 01.2022
Kenwood High School