Andro Sabido
JACKSONVILLE,NC
Summary
Dedicated safety and operations professional with a strong background in explosive ordnance disposal (EOD), hazardous materials management, and technical aviation maintenance. With years of experience leading high-risk missions and enforcing strict safety standards, I’ve built a career around protecting people, assets, and the environment. As an EOD Team Leader and Safety Coordinator, I managed emergency response planning, conducted safety drills, and trained over 200 personnel on HAZMAT and environmental compliance procedures. My hands-on technical expertise, combined with a proven ability to lead teams and manage operations under pressure, allows me to confidently assess risk, ensure regulatory compliance, and create safer, more efficient work environments. I’m passionate about building strong safety cultures and driving continuous improvement in any setting.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EHS Coordinator
United States Marine Corps
01.2024 - Current
- Implemented and enforced EHS protocols in high-risk environments, ensuring alignment with OSHA, EPA, and DoD safety standards during ordnance handling and disposal operations.
- Led spill containment and hazardous material (HAZMAT) response efforts in compliance with EPA and local environmental regulations, minimizing ecological impact.
- Delivered EHS training and safety briefings to team members, fostering a culture of safety and compliance in line with regulatory requirements and organizational policies.
- Maintained detailed records of safety inspections, incident reports, and environmental impact assessments to support regulatory audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
Explosive Ordnance Disposal Team Leader
United States Marine Corps, USMC
11.2020 - Current
- Led and executed range clearance operations, successfully eliminating over 10,000 lbs of explosive hazards across multiple training ranges nationwide, ensuring safety and operational readiness.
- Delivered expert training to military personnel from multiple NATO countries on render-safe procedures for armed munitions and IED hazards, strengthening foreign relations and enhancing the operational competence of allied forces.
- Ensured full compliance with local, state, and federal regulations—including OSHA standards and EPA guidelines—during all explosive ordnance disposal operations, maintaining strict safety and environmental protection protocols.
- Appointed as the Supply Chief for the 2nd Explosive Ordnance Disposal Company, efficiently managing approximately $50 million worth of EOD equipment, significantly enhancing unit readiness and global deployability.
- Completed advanced EOD training across multiple specialized fields, including IED defeat, ordnance exploitation, nuclear threat detection, homemade explosives, and explosives breaching, enhancing expertise and leadership capabilities to effectively guide a team.
Maintenance Work Center Supervisor
United States Marine Corps, USMC
08.2018 - 11.2020
- Applied root cause analysis and continuous process improvement techniques to identify constraints and bottlenecks, developing and implementing solutions to streamline work center operations.
- Managed multiple maintenance programs, including tool control, hazardous material management, tool calibration, inventory management, equipment inspection, and safety compliance, ensuring efficient operations and adherence to standards.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly through feedback sessions, identifying areas for growth as well as opportunities to acknowledge high achievers within the team.
- Developed daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance tasks and goals, creating clear, measurable objectives that were easy to track and monitor progress.
- Successfully led the work center through multiple external maintenance inspections, demonstrating strong practices and achieving a flawless inspection with no discrepancies.
Hazardous Materials Specialist
United States Marine Corps
08.2018 - 11.2020
- Coordinated HAZMAT and HAZWASTE management operations while supervising jet engine maintenance, ensuring 100% compliance with federal, DoD, and USMC environmental regulations.
- Led and evaluated spill response and evacuation drills, increasing unit readiness and ensuring rapid, compliant responses to hazardous material incidents.
- Developed and delivered HAZMAT/HAZWASTE handling and safety training for over 200 Marines, significantly improving knowledge retention and operational compliance.
- Monitored hazardous waste storage, labeling, and disposal processes, ensuring proper documentation and timely turn-in in accordance with EPA and local environmental laws.
- Conducted routine inspections of workspaces, storage lockers, and satellite accumulation points, identifying and correcting HAZMAT handling deficiencies to prevent environmental violations.
- Served as primary point of contact for all hazardous material incidents and reporting, collaborating with base environmental officers and emergency response teams.
Quality Assurance Inspector
United States Marine Corps, USMC
04.2017 - 11.2020
- Supervised and documented maintenance activities conducted by team members on F/A-18 F404-GE-400/402 engines, ensuring compliance with standards and maintaining operational readiness.
- Consulted and verified technical publication schematics and drawings before conducting final inspections, ensuring accuracy and compliance with technical standards.
- Proficiently utilized precise measuring equipment and calibration tools, including torque wrenches, micrometers, feeler gauges, and calipers, ensuring accuracy and adherence to technical specifications.
- Trained subordinates on proper maintenance practices, boosting team skills and ensuring efficient and effective maintenance operations.
- Led the simultaneous build-up of multiple jet engines, coordinating efforts to meet production requirements and ensuring timely, efficient project completion.
Jet Engine Mechanic
United States Marine Corps, USMC
04.2015 - 04.2017
- Diagnosed and troubleshot mechanical and electrical issues, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions to restore functionality.
- Replaced defective parts and reassembled jet engine subassemblies, following technical publications and maintaining best maintenance practices to ensure optimal performance.
- Minimized potential risks by carefully following safety guidelines when working with hazardous materials and tools.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale engine overhauls, resulting in increased efficiency and prolonged service life.
- Provided training to junior mechanics, enhancing their knowledge of jet engine components and systems.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
University of Phoenix
07-2026
Skills
- TS/SCI Security Clearance
- Quality inspections
- Workload prioritization
- Public speaking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Emergency Response Coordination
- OSHA & EPA Compliance
- Evacuation & Drill Execution
- HAZMAT/HAZWASTE Management
- Risk Assessment & Mitigation
- Safety Training & Team Leadership
- Incident Reporting & Documentation
Certification
Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
Homemade Explosives
Advanced Improvised Explosive Device Defeat
Nuclear Hazards Detection
Nuclear Hazards Defeat
Weapon Systems Exploitation
Awards
Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal
Languages
Visaya (Filipino dialect)
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
EHS Coordinator
United States Marine Corps
01.2024 - Current
Explosive Ordnance Disposal Team Leader
United States Marine Corps, USMC
11.2020 - Current
Maintenance Work Center Supervisor
United States Marine Corps, USMC
08.2018 - 11.2020
Hazardous Materials Specialist
United States Marine Corps
08.2018 - 11.2020
Quality Assurance Inspector
United States Marine Corps, USMC
04.2017 - 11.2020
Jet Engine Mechanic
United States Marine Corps, USMC
04.2015 - 04.2017
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
University of Phoenix
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