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Chandler Bird

Meridian,ID

Summary

Prior enlisted serviceman with over 8 years of experience working with the United States Marine Corps and three years in government contracting. Well versed in public relations and people skills. Skilled communicator able to convey information clearly and concisely in a logical manner. Flexible individual who can adapt to the ever-changing nature of the modern workplace as it grows and evolves. A confident, effective, and engaged individual able to complete all tasks assigned in a timely and practical manner.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead

Amentum
Manheim, Germany
12.2023 - 05.2024
  • Conducted daily maintenance inspections and identified potential areas of improvement.
  • Provided guidance to subordinate staff on technical matters related to maintenance tasks.
  • Maintained records of preventive maintenance activities and updated them regularly.

  • Managed the installation, modification, testing and servicing of mechanical systems.

EMT

Primary Health Medical Group
Meridian, ID
04.2023 - 12.2023
  • Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
  • Documented patient condition and treatment to facilitate plan of care.
  • Assessed patient condition to administer first-aid treatment or advanced level life support.
  • Asked patients questions about over-the-counter medications, prescriptions and illicit drug activity to identify side effects or signs of overdose.
  • Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.

Supervisor

Amentum
Duelmen, DE
12.2020 - 12.2022
  • Oversee the maintenance and service cycle on over 150 tracked vehicles.
  • Train employees on proper Army Technical procedures to conduct troubleshooting and repairs on US Military tracked equipment
  • Conduct daily safety training with employees and ensure all safety practices are enforced.
  • Perform Army Oil Analysis Program (AOAP) on all equipment under my purview.
  • Supervised a shop of (14) mechanics while working in Germany overseeing M1A2SEPV3 Main Battle Tanks, M88A2 Recovery Vehicles, and M113 Armored Personnel Carriers.
  • Responsible for the accountability and maintenance of over (350) million dollars of military equipment.
  • Ensured proper safety standards through two years of employment for all employees under my purview

Maintenance Chief / Inspector Instructor

United States Marine Corps
BOISE, ID
03.2016 - 02.2021
  • Maintained a (95) percent readiness of over (25) million dollars of equipment while deployed on the 11th MEU.
  • Successfully divested over (40) million dollars of equipment while serving as maintenance chief of Charlie Company 4th Tank Battalion.
  • Supervised all maintenance activities from 2018 to 2020 and ensured the successful conduct and completion of all maintenance activities for tank and M88A2 assets, armory, motor transport, and communications shops equaling over (60) million dollars.
  • Supervised and mentored shop of (15) Mechanics, (6) communication technicians, (4) Armory technicians.
  • Instructed a multitude of classes to over 200 Marines involving the AGT 1500 theory of operation, NBC systems, winching and recovery operations, electrical systems, hydraulic systems, air systems, track maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs.

Quality Control Supervisor

United States Marine Corps
Twentynine Palms, CA
11.2014 - 01.2016
  • Conducted (16) annual lifting inspections and hook throat measurements on the M88A2 recovery vehicle ensuring their safe use in the operational environment.
  • Ensured that proper preventative maintenance was conducted on over (150) M1A1 Main Battle tanks and over (40) M88A2 Recovery Vehicles during annual and semi-annual services.
  • Conducted over (150) borescope inspections on M1A1 Main Battle Tank cannons to ensure their safe use while conducting multiple operations.
  • Ensured the proper procedures and final inspections were completed on over (200) M1A1 Main Battle Tanks during annual and semi annual services.

Tank Mechanic

United States Marine Corps
Kaneohe, HI
08.2012 - 10.2014
  • Knowledgeable in the repair and inspections of diesel engines in Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV) and M88A2 Recovery Vehicles.
  • Conducted over (120) Limited Technical Inspection's (LTI) on M1A1 Main Battle Tank's and over (50) LTI's on M88A2 Recovery Vehicles.
  • Conducted repairs equaling over (10,000,000) dollars on M1A1 Main Battle tanks involving hydraulics, fire control, nuclear biological chemical (NBC) systems, track and suspension, fire suppression, turbine engine's, electrical, and armament systems.
  • Conducted over (2,000,000) dollars of repairs on M88A2 Recovery vehicles including track and suspension, lifting equipment, hydraulics, diesel engine repair, winch systems, fuel control, and electrical systems.
  • Well versed in interpreting and analyzing Army Technical Manuals in regards to corrective and preventative maintenance.
  • Conducted (64) annual and semi-annual services M1A1 Main Battle Tanks and (20) M88A2 Recovery Vehicles
  • Effectively troubleshot and identified hundreds of in depth mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults on M1A1 Main Battle Tanks and M88A2 Recovery Vehicles.

Skills

  • Excellent maintenance supervisor and instructor
  • Extremely reliable
  • Excel with social interaction and Public Relations
  • Adaptable and flexible leader
  • Proficient in the implementation and accountability of a multitude of equipment and personnel
  • Communication Equipment Operation
  • Vital Sign Assessment
  • Well versed in operation of heavy equipment and vehicles
  • Ability to interpret and implement Army Technical Manuals
  • 11 years of Track Vehicle maintenance and logistics

Certification

  • Certified Tank Mechanic MOS 2146
  • NREMT Certified
  • Ground Safety Officer BMOS 8012

Accomplishments

  • Academic High and Honor Graduate out of a class of 14 upon graduation the Advanced Tank Technician course in August 2015.
  • Navy Commendation Award for superior performance while serving as Maintenance Chief during the 11th MEU.
  • Marine of The Quarter out of 30 Non-Commissioned Officer's in 3rd Quarter 2018.
  • Navy Achievement Medal while serving as Inspector Instructor for superior performance
  • Academic High and Honor Graduate out of a course of 32 Sergeants during Sergeants Course in July 2018.

Timeline

Lead

Amentum
12.2023 - 05.2024

EMT

Primary Health Medical Group
04.2023 - 12.2023

Supervisor

Amentum
12.2020 - 12.2022

Maintenance Chief / Inspector Instructor

United States Marine Corps
03.2016 - 02.2021

Quality Control Supervisor

United States Marine Corps
11.2014 - 01.2016

Tank Mechanic

United States Marine Corps
08.2012 - 10.2014
Chandler Bird