Gilbert Cantu
@gilbertcantu
Experienced fleet and operations manager with strong DOT, safety, and logistics expertise.
What I'm looking for
I am an operations and fleet management professional with extensive experience managing heavy equipment, vehicles, and field crews across commercial and military environments. I have implemented maintenance programs, fleet tracking, DOT compliance, and budgeting processes that reduced downtime and improved productivity.
My background includes leadership roles in fleet management, risk and compliance, safety programs, and regional operations; I led vehicle programs valued at multimillion-dollar levels and supervised crews, hiring, training, and disciplinary actions. I consistently deliver organized maintenance schedules, audit practices, and reporting that keep assets compliant with FMCSA, OSHA, and agency requirements.
I am results-driven, safety-focused, and bilingual in English and Spanish, with proven experience in logistics, supply chain coordination, and field service operations. I bring military leadership experience and certifications in OSHA and safety to ensure teams meet operational and regulatory goals.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Fleet Manager
Storm Tek
Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 11 months)
Manage company fleet and yard operations including cranes, rigs, trucks and trailers; implemented maintenance and procurement programs that reduced downtime and improved equipment utilization and FMCSA/IFTA compliance.
Vehicle Fleet Manager
CTI
Aug 2021 - Dec 2022 (1 year 4 months)
Managed a 60-vehicle military and civilian fleet valued at $6.5M, developed scheduled and depot maintenance plans, and maintained AFRIMS records and quarterly master vehicle reporting to support operations.
Regional Risk Manager
Nexus Services
Mar 2016 - Aug 2021 (5 years 5 months)
Oversaw client and employee compliance with company policies, managed monitoring devices and bail enforcement coordination, and handled payments, expense reports and field compliance checks.
Torque and Test Operator
Chemix Energy Services
Jan 2015 - Mar 2016 (1 year 2 months)
Installed and pressure-tested well equipment and BOPs to customer specifications, conducted safety meetings, mixed chemicals for coil tubing, and handled billing and monthly expense reporting.
Safety and DOT Manager
Monterrey Iron and Metal
Jul 2013 - Dec 2014 (1 year 5 months)
Implemented and managed DOT and OSHA compliance programs, supervised yard and rail operations, ran random drug screening, and maintained environmental compliance with EPA requirements.
Field Service Technician
Cameron International
Nov 2011 - Jul 2013 (1 year 8 months)
Performed rig up/rig down on flowback equipment, maintained and repaired fracturing manifolds and wellheads, coordinated logistics, and produced daily reports and monthly expense summaries.
Staff Sergeant
United States Army
Oct 2004 - Oct 2011 (7 years)
Led a platoon of 37 soldiers through deployments to Afghanistan and Iraq, oversaw maintenance of over $10M in equipment, developed SOPs, and executed logistical and training operations.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
High school (or GED)
High School Diploma or GED
Completed high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
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Skills
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