Armando Ramirez
Del Rio
Summary
Dedicated Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanic with over 16 years of experience supporting the U.S. Border Patrol Headquarters Fleet operations. Proficient in diagnosing and repairing diesel and gasoline vehicles, as well as complex hydraulic and high-voltage electrical systems, utilizing JPRO diagnostics and VMIS work-order management. Demonstrated leadership in guiding entry-level mechanics through major repairs and procedures while ensuring adherence to strict safety protocols. Class A CDL holder with extensive rollback wrecker towing experience, consistently delivering safe, time-sensitive repairs at remote locations while maximizing vehicle uptime through effective troubleshooting and preventive maintenance practices.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanic
U.S. Border Patrol
02.2012 - Current
- Provide 16+ years of mobile maintenance support to U.S. Border Patrol: diagnose, repair and maintain diesel and gasoline vehicles (passenger cars, light and medium-duty trucks, SUVs, road graders, bulldozers, tractors, tractor trailers,forklifts,generators and passenger buses)
- Troubleshoot and repair complex hydraulics and high-voltage electrical systems; maintain battery banks, radios and mission-critical lighting systems.
- Use JPRO diagnostics and laptop-based tools to analyze engine, fuel and emissions faults; document repairs and parts in VMIS work order management.
- Perform safe, time-sensitive repairs and vehicle recoveries at remote ranches, stations and tactical checkpoints; conduct rollback wrecker towing and transport of disabled units.
- Hold Class A CDL and operate tractor-trailers, buses, wreckers and medium-duty trucks; inspect incoming fleet units and prepare vehicles for deployment or decommissioning.
- Process vendor purchases with government card transactions; maintain accurate shop records and office equipment.
Automotive Worker
U.S. Border Patrol
11.2009 - 02.2012
- Supported fleet maintenance by performing routine tire services for staff vehicles while maintaining a safe, organized tire shop.
- Assisted senior mechanics with diagnostics and repairs on brakes, suspensions and accessory systems, helping accelerate repair through technician development.
- Prepared newly acquired vehicles for service and processed decommissioned units for disposal , removed and installed communications radios to maintain operational readiness.
- Maintained tool and parts inventory and logged maintenance activities to support efficient shop operations.
Machine Operator
Harsco Track Technologies
01.2006 - 11.2009
- Provided field maintenance and emergency repairs on railroad tracks and equipment at out-of-state job sites, including derailment response and recovery operations.
- Repaired and maintained track maintenance machinery to ensure safe, continuous operation and compliance with safety standards.
- Coordinated with train crews and operators via radio to schedule safe repair windows and minimize service disruptions.
Field Technician
Excel Baler LLC
06.2003 - 12.2005
- Serviced hydraulic balers in the recycling industry, following lockout/tagout procedures to safely diagnose and repair high-voltage motors, electrical systems and complex hydraulics.
- Performed preventive maintenance and parts replacement to restore equipment to production and reduce downtime.
Education
Associate's degree - Automotive, Truck & Industrial Technologies
Universal Technical Institute
Houston11-1999
Diploma - undefined
Del Rio High School
05-1998
Skills
- Safety processes
- Preventive Maintenance
- Effective communication skills
- Computer diagnostics
- Reporting and documentation
- Hand and power tools
- Troubleshooting skills
- Vehicle inspections
- Scheduled maintenance
- Proficient computer skills
Timeline
Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanic
U.S. Border Patrol
02.2012 - Current
Automotive Worker
U.S. Border Patrol
11.2009 - 02.2012
Machine Operator
Harsco Track Technologies
01.2006 - 11.2009
Field Technician
Excel Baler LLC
06.2003 - 12.2005
Diploma - undefined
Del Rio High School
Associate's degree - Automotive, Truck & Industrial Technologies
Universal Technical Institute