Experienced Quality Control Technical Inspector / Field Support Representative / Ground Support Equipment Generator Mechanic / Facility Maintenance Technician / Document Developer / Principle Maintenance Trainer / Heavy Diesel Mechanic with exemplary track record of success in diverse and varied industries.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
FSR
Ricardo Defense / Detroit Defense
Ft Bragg, NC
01.2023 - 09.2025
Performs Technical Inspection on family of 61 ISVs (Infantry Squad Vehicles / TEWS – M1301s / XM1301s).
Supported Red Falcons, 2 Fury, and White Falcons 2BCT Airborne.
Performs successful post heavy air drop inspections to validate ISV Platform is compliant with air movement transportability.
Identified work improvements to reduce overall turnaround and job time completion by proactively preparing tools, ordering parts/ supplies, work procedures, and by streamlining flow of maintenance through out motor-pool.
Supported & deployed with units CONUS for Hurricane Helene Humanitarian Mission in Western NC, & at unit training missions at Ft. Bragg, NC, Ft. Belvoir, Virginia, Ft. Polk, Louisiana & at Camp Shelby, Mississippi.
Supported multiple Load Out Support Missions from the original GM Defense Plant # 9 and from GM Plant MCIC (New Site) in Concord, NC.
Inspects, tests, operates, and validates maintenance repairs and services completed on ISVs for all maintenance purposes to ensure proper function abilities.
Maintained safe workplace practices and equipment records documented all maintenance actions.
Used GMD Systems ISV software to program ECUs.
Practices excellent motor-pool housekeeping, property accountability and control.
Troubleshoot ISVs as per TM troubleshooting processes.
Possess current Common Access Card.
2nd 82nd Brigade Combat Team Airborne
GSE Generator Mechanic/ Inspector
V2X / Vectrus
Ft Bragg, NC
12.2019 - 12.2023
Performs Technical Inspection on wheeled vehicles, trailers, and power generation equipment.
Identified work improvements to reduce overall turnaround and completion times on job orders by proactively preparing tools, supplies, work procedures, and personnel.
Inspects and validates maintenance repairs and services completed on ground support generators and wheeled equipment.
Inspects, tests, operates, and serviced wheeled and power generation generators equipment for maintenance purposes.
Maintained safety and job order documentation.
Uses automated Logistics Information System to maintain equipment records, and document maintenance actions, maintains wheeled, construction and grounding systems.
Practices good housekeeping, property accountability control and safety always.
Exercise equipment to its capabilities to ensure proper function ability.
Troubleshoot as per TM & as per service representatives troubleshooting processes.
Load test lifting equipment and record documented pass or fail test results.
2nd SFAB
3RD CLS Ground Support Technical Inspector & 2nd SFAB Ground Support Generator Mechanic.
Facility Maintenance Technician II
Amentum- GE Engine Facility
Durham, NC
07.2019 - 04.2020
Proficiently working at the General Electric aviation engine facility with Aecom maintenance teams to keep the facility functioning and operating properly.
Identified work improvements to reduce overall turnaround and completion times on job orders by proactively preparing tools, supplies, work procedures, and personnel.
Installed process and production machinery.
Fabricated and modified tooling stands and workstations.
Installed safety shower and eyewash stations to include plumbing repairs.
Quality Control inspected Light Armored Vehicle (LAV) variants prior to accepting for turret repair job orders.
LAV Assault Gun and LAV Mortar variants inspected for -10/ -20 Level automotive hull faults.
Record documentation and submitted files with Production Control for reference and historical data.
Utilized the Sang Modernization Program publications to inspect in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures.
Formatted and updated Inspection documents to be used for inspection criteria.
Exercised organizational, and file management skills.
Developed interpersonal and communication skills within the LAV- AG & LAV- M Facility for Quality Assurance Quality Control Section.
Researched subject matter data to ensure faults were properly documented, and correct parts were requested for repairs on all levels of maintenance.
Enforced Quality Control Standard Operating Procedures, Hazmat, Safety, and Load Testing guidelines to ensure shop was current and operating in safe manner.
Computer literate and efficient with WORD, EXCEL, ADOBE, and Corel Paint.
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Senior Document Developer
Vinnell Arabia
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
03.2016 - 04.2018
Edited and Quality Control inspected the Light Armored Vehicle (LAV) variant manuals prior to submitting completed files for final delivery dates and deadlines.
Managed all digital files, folders, and the workflow.
Developed the English Light Armored Vehicle Technical publications for Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of National Guard; for Vinnell Arabia's Institutional Training Division.
Formatted WORD and Adobe PDF files in accordance with the Technical Publication Development Section using the Publication Standards Document (PSD).
Performed desktop publishing, photo editing, and Adobe PDF conversion software to prepare publication files prior to assembling the publication structure.
Exercised organizational, and file management skills.
Developed interpersonal and communication skills within the development section.
Researched the subject matter data to ensure that the Technical Manuals were precise and correct on all levels.
Comprehension of the assembly of the Saudi Maintenance Technical Manual (SMTM) Publication structure.
Computer literate and efficient with WORD, EXCEL, ADOBE, and Corel Paint.
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Principle Trainer LAV Automotive Hull
Vinnell Arabia
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
09.2014 - 03.2016
Technical Inspected vehicles by operating and function testing prior to Vinnell Arabia’s Quality Assurance approval.
Managed workflow, workforce; parts and tools in maintenance.
Performed basic and technical maintenance duties and tasks incident to inspection, maintaining, and repair of the Light Armored Vehicle (LAV) family of vehicles.
Completed shop administrative forms and records utilizing technical manuals; and consolidated a working Bench Stock Inventory.
Trained Saudi employees in Maintenance and Safety, Hazmat, and ensured quality maintenance for the customers.
Reworked the battle-damaged vehicles, pulled power packs, rebuilt torsion suspension systems, rebuilt the Driver Instrument Panels, and rebuilt the fan cooling towers.
Variants of the LAVs repaired and maintained were the AT- LAV (Anti-Tank), AG- LAV (Assault Gun), CC- LAV (Crew Carrier), W- LAV (Wrecker), 25 LAV, and the LAV Ambulance.
Troubleshot and repaired the Automatic Fire Sensing and Suppression Systems (AFSS) and trained on the refilling station for AFSS bottles.
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
MHE Heavy Mechanic III
Dav- Force/ Honeywell
Charleston, SC, USA
05.2014 - 09.2014
Technically Inspected the US ARMY vehicles by operating and function testing prior to US ARMY Quality Assurance approval.
Demonstrated the understanding of the technical manuals and the strong knowledge of the hydraulic and electrical systems.
Managed the Direct Support and General Support maintenance, and the workflow effectively.
Read and interpreted the electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics.
Knowledgeable of troubleshooting techniques for the electrical and hydraulic test equipment and gauges.
Diagnosed and repaired the faults on all components of the Rough Terrain Container Handler (RTCH) and the Material Handling Equipment (MHE).
Serviced and rebuilt the hydraulic components to include axle assemblies and lift cylinders.
Scheduled and performed repairs and services in conjunction with the inspector’s guidelines for load testing.
Performed the preventative maintenance according to the US ARMY Technical Manual -10/ -20.
Researched, inventoried, and ordered required parts.
Charleston, S.C.
Machinist Set- Up Mechanic
Robert- Bosch
Charleston, SC, USA
10.2013 - 05.2014
Quality controlled the fuel injectors by categorizing them according to their machined bore honed diameters.
Calculated the dimensions and tolerances using instruments such as micrometers and Vernier calipers.
Machined the parts to specifications, using machine tools, such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders.
Set up, adjusted, or operated basic and the specialized machine tools used to perform the precision machining.
Aligned and secured the holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, or materials onto the machines.
Measured, examined, or tested the completed units to check for defects and ensured conformance to the specifications using precision instruments such as micrometers.
Managed the workflow production, and the feed speed of the machines during the entire machining process.
Maintained the machine tools in proper operational condition.
Studied the sample parts, blueprints, drawings, and engineering information to determine the methods or sequences.
Charleston, S.C.
Technical Inspector/ Direct Support Lead Heavy Mechanic
Itt Exelis
Arifjan, Kuwait
04.2011 - 04.2012
Knowledgeable of Managing Direct Support and General Support Maintenance; and the workflow effectively.
Effectively communicated using oral and written forms, and computer literate.
Trained and mentored the DSGS team in Maintenance, Safety, Hazmat, and technical publications.
Inspected the brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings and other important parts to ensure that they were in proper operating condition.
Used hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges and precision instruments as well as power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, jacks, and hoists.
Adjusted and relined the brakes, aligned wheels, tightened bolts, screws, and reassembled the equipment.
Examined and adjusted the protective guards, on specified safety devices.
Performed the routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, lubricating equipment, and machinery.
Tested, drove trucks and buses to diagnose the malfunctions and to ensure that they are working properly.
Arifjan, Kuwait
Mechanic/ INLS Maintenance Technician
SEAFIX
Saipan, Northern Marianas Islands
06.2010 - 12.2010
Ensured the Improved Navy Lighterage Equipment was properly stored and maintained by proper Quality Control standards.
Managed the workflow, workforce, parts, and tools in maintenance operations.
Identified and corrected malfunctions of geothermal plant equipment, electrical systems, instrumentation, or controls.
Monitored and adjusted operations of geothermal power plant equipment or systems.
Accommodated power production systems to meet load and distribution demands.
Prepared and maintained accurate logs, reports or other documentation of the work performed.
Installed and maintained geothermal plant of electrical protection equipment.
Maintained electrical switchgear, process controls, transmitters, gauges, and control equipment in accordance with geothermal plant procedures.
Maintained, calibrated, or repaired plant instrumentation, control, and electronic devices in geothermal plants.
Evaluated the water sources for factors such as flow volume and if contamination was present.
Saipan. Northern Marianas Islands, M.P.
Technical Inspector
Combat Support Associates
Arifjan, Kuwait
01.2007 - 03.2007
Technical Inspected US Army vehicles or other equipment for evidence of abuse, damage or mechanical malfunctions.
Inspected vehicles or equipment and ensured compliance with rules, standards, and regulations.
Examined transportation vehicles, equipment, or systems to detect damage, wear, and malfunction.
Conducted vehicle or transportation and equipment tests using diagnostic equipment.
Inspected repairs to transportation vehicles and equipment to ensure that repair work was performed properly.
Prepared accurate reports on investigations and inspections as well as the actions taken.
Issued, noticed, and recommended corrective actions when infractions or problems were present.
Investigated complaints regarding any safety violations.
Examined the carrier operating rules, employee qualification guidelines or carrier training and testing programs for compliance with regulations and or the safety standards.
Investigated and made the proper recommendations on the carrier requests for waivers for federal standards.
Arifjan, Kuwait
Education
Light Armored Vehicle Mortar Maintenance Training Program -
General Dynamics Land Systems
London, Canada
Maritime Prepositioned Force Afloat Maintenance Training - undefined
Blount Island Command
Jacksonville, FL
Certificate for Intro to Maintenance Support Device - undefined
TACOM Tech Assist
Kuwait
Certificate for Integrated Logistics Analysis Program - undefined
Team Coalition Forces Land Component Command
Kuwait
South Carolina Technical and Comprehensive Training - undefined
Westinghouse
Ladson, SC
DuPont Maintenance Training - undefined
Trident Technical College
Charleston, SC
High School Diploma - undefined
Summerville High School
Summerville, SC
Skills
Reliable
Quality Control
Master Technician
Facility Maintenance
Machine Installation
Effective
Teamwork
Critical Problem Solver
Workflow Management
Principle Training
System Troubleshooting
Flexibility
Technical Documentation
Equipment Diagnostic
Maintenance Management
Computer Literate
Effective Communication
Customer Orientation
Analytical Thinking
Self-Confident
Heavy Armor Insulation
Creative Expression
Determined
International Interpersonal Skills
Accomplishments
I accomplished a 95% full mission capable status for the 2nd 82nd Brigade Combat Team's entire fleet of GM Infantry Squad Vehicles.