Alfonso Ruiz
Havelock,NC
Summary
Experienced Equipment Supervisor with a background in managing teams and maintaining high standards of equipment safety and efficiency. Skilled in implementing preventive maintenance programs, troubleshooting technical issues, and reducing downtime. Strengths include leadership, communication, problem-solving, and strategic planning. Proven record of enhancing operational processes to ensure optimal performance and meet business objectives.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ground Support Equipment Supervisor
V2X Aerospace
Cherry Point , NC
06.2021 - Current
- Proficient in the operation and maintenance of both Legacy gear and Joint Strike Fighter. (JSF)
- Collaborated with engineering teams on design modifications that would enhance system performance.
- Developed and implemented preventative maintenance schedules for all machines and equipment.
- Ensured compliance with applicable safety regulations while operating machinery.
- Provided technical advice on troubleshooting issues related to machine operations.
- Determined schedules, sequences and assignments for work activities, based on priority, quantity of equipment and personnel skill.
- Monitored employee work levels and optimized performance with strategic approaches.
- Maintained optimal supply levels to meet expected demands without overreaching budget targets.
- Delivered positive reinforcement and constructive criticism for employee work efforts.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Maintained liaison between MALS-14 and various military and civilian entities, including VMA-223, VMA-231, VMFA-542, CNATT, and sister squadrons.
- Implemented efficient systems for tracking and managing GSE, ensuring accuracy in record-keeping.
- Manage Individual Material Readiness List (IMRL) of over 1200 assets utilizing Local Asset Management System (LAMS).
Ground Support Equipment Mechanic
Amentum
Cherry Point , NC
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to OSHA regulations at all times.
- Repaired hydraulic systems such as pumps, valves, cylinders and hoses.
- Installed new wiring harnesses to replace faulty ones.
- Replaced defective components such as switches, relays and circuit boards.
- Tested and diagnosed mechanical or electrical malfunctions using appropriate diagnostic tools.
- Disassembled engines to diagnose root cause of malfunctioning parts.
- Assembled engine components after successful repairs were made.
- Fabricated new metal parts using drill presses and engine lathes.
- Conducted full disassembly of support equipment.
- Stripped support equipment to bare metal and repainted. Applied paint using spray guns and other equipment, ensuring even coverage and high-quality results.
6073 Ground Support Equipment
United States Marine Corps
Cherry Point , NC
01.2018 - 10.2020
- Assigned tasks to employees based on their skillsets while ensuring equitable distribution of workloads.
- Implemented corrective action plans when needed due to poor performance or disciplinary issues.
- Held regular meetings with staff to discuss goals, objectives, changes in policy, procedure.
- Supervised and coordinated the daily activities of a work center consisting of 15 Marines.
- Provided direction to Marines regarding job duties, safety protocols, and expectations.
- Performed duties of a Collateral Duty Inspector by overseeing the completion of all maintenance actions and ensuring the equipment was properly maintained, safe, and ready for issue.
- Enhanced skills of individuals working at the work center through effective training.
- Ensured work center complied with all Naval Aviation Standard Operating Procedures and safety requirements outlined in all applicable NAVAIR manuals.
Support Equipment Representative VMA-203
United States Marine Corps
Cherry Point, NC
02.2016 - 01.2018
- Tracked and managed all support equipment licensed personnel and provided accurate listing per the monthly Maintenance Plan (MMP).
- Ensure proper use of support equipment by Workcenter personnel through training.
- Assisted in developing standardized support equipment Phase II written examinations for the AV-8B Harrier.
- Scheduling routine maintenance for all support equipment, including slings, test sets, aircraft adapters, aircraft jacks, and any specialized support equipment.
- Ensure all support equipment maintenance requirements, including removal, replacement, acceptance inspections, transfer inspections, preservation and de-preservation, hydrostatic test dates, loading tests, and non-destructive inspections, are all properly documented. (OPNAV 4790/51).
- Successfully passed multiple Commander Naval Airforce Inspections with the grade of 'On Track,' ensuring all programs met all requirements of the Navigation Maintenance program and Naval Occupational Safety and Health regulations.
Automotive Specialist Technician
Costa Mesa Nissan
Costa Mesa, CA
01.2012 - 10.2015
- Installed aftermarket accessories such as stereo systems, alarms and navigation devices.
- Used diagnostics and troubleshooting tools to identify failures and equipment issues.
- Evaluated vehicle schematics to assess required parts and order accordingly.
- Estimated costs of vehicle repair.
- Repaired, replaced and adjusted brakes.
- Reviewed technical manuals and other documents related to product operation and maintenance requirements.
- Checked vehicle mileage and determined necessary belts, fluids flushing or gasket replacements.
- Diagnosed issues with electrical systems using specialized diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Replaced defective parts with new or remanufactured components in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
- Tested batteries and replaced when necessary.
- Assisted customers by providing technical advice regarding the repair or maintenance of their vehicle.
- Inspected vehicles for damage or wear-and-tear to identify any potential problems.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using computerized diagnostic equipment.
- Repaired vehicle radiators and cooling systems.
- Conducted regular maintenance services such as oil changes, tire rotations, brake inspections and fluid level checks.
- Performed troubleshooting and repairs on a variety of automotive systems including engines, transmissions, brakes and steering components.
- Completed repairs and maintenance to major vehicle models to meet safety specifications.
- Performed minor maintenance services, including gasket replacements, coolant flushes and tune-ups.
- Maintained certifications and completed training on systems and components.
- Welded, soldered and fabricated parts to complete skilled services.
- Cooperated with other technicians from different disciplines to achieve optimal integration.
- Interpreted drawings and schematics to pinpoint sources of mechanical issues.
- Developed in-depth understanding of automotive systems and components to complete fast and accurate repairs.
- Tested engine, safety and combustion control standards to comply with state vehicle requirements.
- Searched within service and maintenance manuals to perform repairs and diagnosis.
- Maintained garage safety protocols to meet regulatory and company expectations.
- Examined and inspected damaged vehicles, estimating repair costs prior to performing service.
- Evaluated, repaired and aligned vehicle suspensions.
- Utilized infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges and computerized diagnostic devices to test vehicle components and systems.
- Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
- Kept detailed records of repairs, labor involved, and parts used.
- Conveyed troubleshooting diagnosis to customer and outlined proposed repair plan and associated costs.
- Removed, replaced, balanced and rotated new or used tires to maintain on-road safety
- Repaired engines and transmissions, providing labor and parts cost breakdowns for work performed.
- Kept team in compliance with shop and manufacturer specifications for repairs and maintenance services.
- Improved function of engines by replacing spark plugs, fuel filters and defective sensors.
- Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
Education
Certification -
NISSAN Technician Training Academy (NTTA)
Rancho Cucamonga, CA01-2014
Certification -
Universal Technical Institute of California Inc
Rancho Cucamonga, CA01-2012
High School Diploma -
Rancho Vista Highschool
Temecula, CA06-2009
Associate of Science - Engineering Technology
Craven Community College
New Bern, NCSkills
- Quality Assurance
- Professionalism
- Adaptability
- Conflict Resolution
- Multitasking
- OSHA Compliance
- Written Communication
- Computerized Maintenance Management
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Maintenance Planning
- Analytical Thinking
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
United States Military Service Information
- Active Duty 2015-2020
- Hornorable Discharge
- Rank E5 Sergeant
- Good Conduct Medal
- Nation Defense Service Medal
- War On Terrorism Medal
- Humanitarian Service Medal
- Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal
Accomplishments
- Letter of Appreciation 2017
Certification
- A/M42M-2/2A PORTABLE FLOODLIGHT SET (NON AC) USMC
- A/M24T-17 ELECTRICAL DUMMY LOAD (NON AC) USMC
- A/M42M-2/2A PORTABLE FLOODLIGHT SET (NON AC) USMC
- A/M24T-17 ELECTRICAL DUMMY LOAD (NON AC) USMC
- NC-10A/B/C MOBILE ELECTRIC POWER PLANT (NON AC) USMC
- A/M24M-6 TRAILER MOUNTED ELECTRIC POWER PLANT (NON AC) USMC
- A/M32M-39 LARGE CORROSION CONTROL CART (NON AC) USMC
- A/S32K-1E AIR LAUNCHED WEAPONS LOADER (NON AC) USMC
- A/M32C-23 AIR CONDITIONER (NON AC) USMC
- AF/M32T-1 PORTABLE CABIN PRESSURE TESTER (NON AC) USMc
- A/M24M-5A STATIC FREQUENCY CONVERTER (NON AC) USMC
- WATER DEMINERALIZATION TRAILER 75D110065-1007 (NON AC) USMC
- A/M24M-5A STATIC FREQUENCY CONVERTER (NON AC) USMC
- A/M32M-39 LARGE CORROSION CONTROL CART (NON AC) USMC A/S32A-45 MID-RANGE TOW TRACTOR (NON AC) USMC
- NC-10A/B/C MOBILE ELECTRIC POWER PLANT (NON AC) USMC
- AF/M32T-1 PORTABLE CABIN PRESSURE TESTER (NON AC) USMC
- WATER DEMINERALIZATION TRAILER 75D110065-1007 (NON AC) USMC TRAINING: NAMP INDOCTRINATION (USMC)
- SE/AWSE TIRE AND WHEEL MAINTENANCE QUALIFICATION/CERTIFICATION I-LEVEL
- INTERMEDIATE LEVEL MAINTENANCE (MOS 6073) LEVEL I
- ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE (EMI) / ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD) INDOCTRINATION (MALS-14)
- SUPPORT EQUIPMENT LEAD ACID BATTERY MAINTENANCE (NON AC) USMC
- ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE (EMI) / ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD) INDOCTRINATION (MALS-14)
- TRAINING: HAZCOM SUPERVISOR (USMC)
- SE TIRE AND WHEEL I LEVEL QUALIFICATION/CERTIFICATION (MALS-14)
- TRAINING: NAVOSH INITIAL (USMC)
- CPR/AED QUALIFIED (USMC)
- TRAINING: HAZCOM NON-SUPERVISOR (USMC)
- MOBILE FACILITY PM TRAINING SYLLABUS (MC)
- TRAINING: NAVOSH INITIAL (USMC)
- SE TIRE AND WHEEL I LEVEL QUALIFICATION/CERTIFICATION (MALS-14)
- TRAINING: NAMP INDOCTRINATION (USMC)
- INTERMEDIATE LEVEL MAINTENANCE (MOS 6073) LEVEL II
- CPR/AED QUALIFIED (USMC)
- INTERMEDIATE LEVEL MAINTENANCE (MOS 6073) LEVEL I
- TRAINING: HAZCOM NON-SUPERVISOR (USMC)
- SE/AWSE TIRE AND WHEEL MAINTENANCE QUALIFICATION/CERTIFICATION O-LEVEL
- INTERMEDIATE LEVEL MAINTENANCE (MOS 6073) LEVEL II
- Colladeral Duty Inspector
T&R Certifications
- MONTHLY MAINTENANCE PLAN (MMP) 6001
- 6073 B1 AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE PLATFORM (GLBW) 6000 SSP
- INDIVIDUAL COMPONENT REPAIR LIST (ICRL) PROGRAM 6000
- FOREIGN OBJECT DAMAGE (FOD) PROGRAM 6000
- MAINTENANCE DATA REPORTS (MDR'S) 6000
- LOGBOOK/RECORDS 6000
- SUPPORT EQUIPMENT (SE) 6000
- 6073 B2 AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE PLATFORM (GLBE) 6000 SSP
- TOOL CONTROL PROGRAM (TCP) 6000
- QUALITY ASSURANCE (QA) PROGRAM IN THE WORK CENTER 6000
- NAVY OIL ANALYSIS PROGRAM (NOAP) 6000
- NONDESTRUCTIVE INSPECTION (NDI) PROGRAM 6000
- MOBILE FACILITIES (MF'S) 6000
- 6073 SE C SCHOOL (CSCH) 1000 SSP
- MATERIAL CONTROL FUNCTIONS 6000
- MAINTENANCE DATA SYSTEM, ORGANIZATIONAL MAINTENANCE SOURCE DOCUMENT 6000 LEVEL
- 6073 B4 AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE PLATFORM (GLBB) 6000 SSP
- NAVAL AVIATION LOGISTICS COMMAND MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEM (NALCOMIS) 6000
- 6073 BT 400-46 PORTABLE GROUND HEATER SYSTEM (GEBP) 6000 SSP
- METROLOGY AND CALIBRATION (METCAL) PROGRAM 6000
- ARMAMENT PROGRAM 6000
- AVIATION GAS FREE ENGINEERING (AVGFE) PROGRAM 6000
- SUPPORT EQUIPMENT (SE) MISUSE AND ABUSE PROGRAM 6000
- VISUAL INFORMATION DISPLAY SYSTEM (VIDS) 6001
- MAINTENANCE TRAINING PROGRAM 6000
- 6073 LCFU-2AC-320-8 LIQUID COOLANT FILTRATION UNIT SYSTEM (SWCD) 6000 SSP
- ● NAVAL AVIATION MAINTENANCE DISCREPANCY REPORTING PROGRAM (NAMDRP) 6000
- PLANNED MAINTENANCE SYSTEM (PMS) 6001
- INDIVIDUAL MATERIAL READINESS LIST (IMRL) PROGRAM 6000
- ● (QA) QUALITY ASSURANCE CDI 6000 SSP
- ● MAINTENANCE DATA SYSTEMS 3000-4000
- ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD) CONTROL AND PREVENTION PROGRAM 6000
- CORROSION PREVENTION AND CONTROL PROGRAM 6000
- FIRE PREVENTION/PROTECTION PROGRAM 6000
- HYDRAULIC FLUID CONTAMINATION CONTROL PROGRAM 6000
- TECHNICAL PUBLICATIONS LIBRARY PROGRAM 6000
- HAZARDOUS MATERIALS/HAZARDOUS WASTE PROGRAM
Additional Data
- Veteran Employment Opportunity Act Eligible
- U.S. citizen
- Veteran Preference 10-point
Timeline
Ground Support Equipment Supervisor
V2X Aerospace
06.2021 - Current
Ground Support Equipment Mechanic
Amentum
10.2020 - 06.2021
6073 Ground Support Equipment
United States Marine Corps
01.2018 - 10.2020
Support Equipment Representative VMA-203
United States Marine Corps
02.2016 - 01.2018
Automotive Specialist Technician
Costa Mesa Nissan
01.2012 - 10.2015
Certification -
NISSAN Technician Training Academy (NTTA)
Certification -
Universal Technical Institute of California Inc
High School Diploma -
Rancho Vista Highschool
Associate of Science - Engineering Technology
Craven Community College