Antonio Garansuay
San Antonio,TX
Summary
A dedicated and experienced asset in maintenance of the M1A1 Full Tracked combat vehicle for 20 years in the Marine Corps. A professional who maintains equipment in a high state of readiness. Capable of exercising initiative and solving problems.
Committed Safety Supervisor with experience conducting proactive and reactive safety training and coaching with employees. Dedicated to researching and implementing safety measures based on company operations and latest information ascertained through official agencies. Outstanding working knowledge of federal regulations and rules.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Monitor
East Central ISD
04.2022 - 02.2025
- Monitored safety procedures and compliance across school facilities.
- Conducted regular inspections to identify potential hazards and recommend corrective actions.
- Assisted in developing safety training programs for staff and students.
- Collaborated with emergency response teams to enhance preparedness protocols.
- Performed routine safety audits to identify potential hazards and recommend appropriate risk mitigation measures.
Main Battle Tank Technician
U.S. Marine Corps
04.2001 - 04.2024
- Supervised maintenance and repair of complex systems, ensuring operational readiness and compliance with military standards.
- Led training sessions for junior technicians, enhancing team performance and technical knowledge.
- Implemented process improvements that increased efficiency in equipment diagnostics and repairs.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues rapidly, minimizing downtime for critical operations.
- Managed inventory control systems to ensure availability of essential tools and parts for maintenance tasks.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with new challenges or technologies, enabling quick mastery of necessary skills.
Substance Abuse Control Officer
Combat Logistics Battalion 7, Combat Logistics Regiment 1, 1st Marine Logistics Group, MCAGCC Twenty-Nine Palms, CA
03.2018 - 04.2021
- Implemented and Maintained Marine Substance Abuse Prevention Program for 800 Marines and Sailors assigned to Combat Logistics Battalion 7
- Equal Opportunity Representative
- Monitored and evaluated compliance with equal opportunity laws, guidelines, and policies to ensure that employment practices and contracting arrangements give equal opportunity without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.
Tank Section Chief
Combat Logistics Company 13, Combat Logistics Regiment 15, 1st Marine Logistics Group, MCAGCC Twenty-Nine Palms, CA
02.2015 - 03.2018
- Supervised Intermediate Maintenance Activity for over 35 M1A1 Tank and M88A2 Recovery Vehicle secondary repairable items flowing thru Ordnance Maintenance Platoon.
- Substance Abuse Control Officer
- Implemented and Maintained Marine Substance Abuse Prevention Program for 120 Marines and Sailors assigned to Combat Logistics Company 13
- Deputy Family Readiness Officer
- Coordinated and executed four quarterly Marine and Family events to raise the camaraderie and Esprit de corps for Combat Logistics Company 13
Quality Control Chief
Headquarters and Service Company, 2ND Tank Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, Camp Lejeune, NC
07.2011 - 02.2015
- Managed the Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services scheduling for 70 tracked vehicles of 2nd Tank Battalion
- Facilitated in the acquisition of all secondary repairable items from the induction of the faulty piece of gear to a serviceable piece of gear to maintain the readiness of all Tracked Vehicles in the Battalion
- Compiled Miles and Hours accumulated on 70l Tracked Vehicles to manage life cycle management
- Platoon Sergeant
- Mentored and developed 120 Marines assigned to Maintenance platoon as future leaders of the Marine Corps
- Managed the accountability of 120 Marines and scheduled all range details, school courses, medical appointments daily.
Tech Assist Team Member
Maintenance Management Assist Team, Logistic Command, Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany GA
12.2007 - 07.2011
- Analyzed functional checklist of maintenance management for 4th Tank Battalion Marine Corps Forces Reserve.
- Maintained and managed fleet of government vehicles to assist in the travel of Maintenance Management Assist Team to all Marine Forces Reserve units in which driving was economically beneficial to the budget allocated.
M88A2 Recovery Chief
Delta Company, 1st Tank Battalion, 1st Marine Division, MCAGCC Twenty-Nine Palms CA
01.2002 - 12.2007
- Supervised all 1st thru 4th echelon of maintenance on M88A2 recovery vehicles to employ rapid recoverability of M1A1 Tank vehicles when needed.
- Tool Room NCO
- Ensured inventory, issue and accountability practices were being followed
- Platoon Mechanic
- Worked
- Dependable
Student
Marine Corps Armor Training Detachment, Fort Knox, KY
10.2001 - 01.2002
- Passed
Student
Marine Corps Recruiting Command, San Diego, CA
04.2001 - 10.2001
- Passed
Education
High School Diploma -
South San Antonio ISD
San Antonio, TXSkills
- Safety documentation
- Health and safety training
- Workplace safety
- Hazard identification
Timeline
Safety Monitor
East Central ISD
04.2022 - 02.2025
Substance Abuse Control Officer
Combat Logistics Battalion 7, Combat Logistics Regiment 1, 1st Marine Logistics Group, MCAGCC Twenty-Nine Palms, CA
03.2018 - 04.2021
Tank Section Chief
Combat Logistics Company 13, Combat Logistics Regiment 15, 1st Marine Logistics Group, MCAGCC Twenty-Nine Palms, CA
02.2015 - 03.2018
Quality Control Chief
Headquarters and Service Company, 2ND Tank Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, Camp Lejeune, NC
07.2011 - 02.2015
Tech Assist Team Member
Maintenance Management Assist Team, Logistic Command, Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany GA
12.2007 - 07.2011
M88A2 Recovery Chief
Delta Company, 1st Tank Battalion, 1st Marine Division, MCAGCC Twenty-Nine Palms CA
01.2002 - 12.2007
Student
Marine Corps Armor Training Detachment, Fort Knox, KY
10.2001 - 01.2002
Main Battle Tank Technician
U.S. Marine Corps
04.2001 - 04.2024
Student
Marine Corps Recruiting Command, San Diego, CA
04.2001 - 10.2001
High School Diploma -
South San Antonio ISD