April Macias
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Demonstrates 4 years of experience in petroleum testing, laboratory operations, equipment calibration, quality control, data analysis, documentation, and customer service. Maintains strong safety and quality standards while analyzing test results, operating technical equipment, and collaborating effectively in fast-paced team environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Petroleum Laboratory Specialist
United States Army
Hunter Army Airfield, GA
10.2022 - Current
- Performed laboratory testing on aviation and diesel fuels to evaluate fuel quality, contamination, and specification compliance.
- Led regular calibration checks on all laboratory equipment valued at approximately $2 million, ensuring consistent performance and accurate test results.
- Conducted specialized fuel tests, including flash point, distillation, conductivity, FTOT, MSEP, viscosity, and sulfur analysis.
- Evaluated laboratory results and generated detailed reports for decision-making by senior leadership.
Server / Carhop
Sonics Drive In
Bakersfield, CA
06.2020 - 07.2022
- Provided exceptional customer service in fast-paced environment, ensuring guest satisfaction and repeat business.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline order accuracy and efficiency during peak hours.
- Trained new team members on menu items, service protocols, and operational procedures.
- Managed cash register operations, handling transactions and balancing end-of-shift reports accurately.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sport Health And Science
American Public University
Charles Town, West Virgina06-2027
Skills
- Petroleum testing
- ASTM testing Standards
- Chemical composition analysis
- Equipment calibration
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Laboratory documentation
- Data analysis
- Exceptional customer service
Accomplishments
- Completed PQAS-E certification ahead of schedule by conducting comprehensive equipment inspections, completing a full inventory, finalizing certification requirements, and performing accurate JP-8 and DF-2 fuel analyses to support mission-critical fuel quality operations.
- Upgraded the Petroleum Quality Analysis System–Enhanced (PQAS-E) authorization from C-Enhanced to B-1 Modified, expanding fuel contamination testing capabilities while ensuring compliance with safety standards and supporting aircraft refueling and ground fuel distribution operations.
- Managed the safe issuance of 30,000+ gallons of aviation fuel to CH-47, UH-60, and AH-64 aircraft with zero fuel spills, supporting uninterrupted flight operations.
- Led efforts to certify the only PQAS-E in Romania, improving fuel testing and data analysis processes and reducing test-result turnaround time by 80%.
Awards and Medals
Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM) - 1
Army Achievement Medal (AAM) - 3
Timeline
Petroleum Laboratory Specialist
United States Army
10.2022 - Current
Server / Carhop
Sonics Drive In
06.2020 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Sport Health And Science
American Public University