Damian Montoya
Las Cruces
Summary
In academia developed skills in supervising writing workshops, writing course development, college course lesson development, lecture outlining and delivery. Skills in directing classroom group work and providing useful feedback toward student work and students' personal work, coursework and career goals.
Dynamic professional with a strong background in administrative support within military and aviation environments. Expertise in coordinating schedules, managing logistics, and enhancing operational efficiency, contributing to improved family care and academic success. Dynamic professional with a robust background in administrative support and educational coordination. Expertise in logistics management, scheduling, and enhancing operational efficiency, fostering improved family care and academic engagement. Proven ability to streamline communication between students and faculty, contributing to collaborative learning environments.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Care Provider
Family Care Provider
Las Cruces
09.2020 - Current
- Provided daily care and support to family members with diverse needs.
- Assisted with medication management and health monitoring routines.
- Transported individual to therapy sessions, medical/dental appointments, and service plan meetings to facilitate continuity of care.
- Coordinated schedules for appointments, activities, and family events to ensure timely participation and engagement.
- Assisted physical therapists with patient care and treatment protocols.
- Assisted licensed speech therapists in implementing individualized therapy plans.
- Educated families on speech development and at-home therapy techniques to enhance child’s progress and support effective communication.
- Implemented therapeutic exercises to enhance physical function and mobility.
Graduate student
NMSU Milton Hall
Las Cruces
08.2022 - 05.2025
- Supported faculty in classroom setup and student engagement initiatives to enhance learning environment.
- Organized academic materials and resources for course support and accessibility.
- Coordinated study groups to enhance collaborative learning among peers.
- Coordinated scheduling and logistics for departmental events and workshops, ensuring smooth execution and accessibility.
- Streamlined communication between students and faculty regarding course requirements, fostering clearer understanding and collaboration.
- Gave presentations on current topics relevant to the curriculum.
Customer Service Clerk
Ashley Home Furniture
Las Cruces
11.2022 - 10.2023
- Guided customers through product inquiries and order processing to facilitate purchases.
- Processed returns and exchanges to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with team members to improve service delivery processes.
- Recorded inventory accurately and updated stock levels to support sales.
Aviation Administration Clerk
Amentum Co.
04.2018 - 09.2020
- Scheduled and tracked inspections for Air Force technical orders, ensuring compliance and operational readiness.
- Acquired in-depth knowledge of Air Force technical orders and supply processes, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Maintained life expiration forecasts for all major engine modules and components utilizing the EMMS tracking program.
- Responsible for the accurate upkeep of maintenance historical files and active maintenance files and logbooks for Pratt and Whitney F100220/229 turbofan engines.
- Analyzed E.D.U. download summaries to identify and address engine time spikes, contributing to performance reliability.
Production Clerk/Accounts Assistant
OLAM Spices and Vegetable Ingredients
Las Cruces
11.2016 - 01.2018
- Managed inventory levels and ensured accurate stock counts for production needs.
- Maintained accurate records of materials used during production processes.
- Compiled data from multiple sources to ensure accuracy of updated production records.
- Coordinated with vendors to secure timely delivery of supplies and materials, supporting uninterrupted production schedules.
- Prepared comprehensive shipping documents, including bills of lading, packing slips, and customs documentation, to facilitate smooth logistics.
- Processed orders and prepared invoices for customer accounts.
- Collaborated with other departments to resolve discrepancies in production records.
Records Specialist
Sierra Nevada Corp.
Cannon AFB
03.2012 - 09.2015
- Managed electronic records systems to enhance document retrieval and storage efficiency.
- Reviewed documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Verified documents and associated records to catch and resolve discrepancies.
- Collaborated with departments to ensure documentation consistency.
- Assisted in developing new methods and procedures for effective records management.
- Supported Dornier 328 Turbo Prop by managing records
Aircraft Engine Maintenance Management
Boeing International Support Services. (BISS)
King Khalid AB
08.2007 - 12.2010
- Managed workflow for uniquely configured Pratt & Whitney turbofan engines (F100-220/229)in support of RSAF F15 flight training operations.
- Trained RSAF airmen on intermediate engine management to enhance maintenance capabilities.
- Trained RSAF airmen on document management and maintenance work package distribution to streamline maintenance processes.
Preload/Unload Crew
United Parcel Service (UPS)
Alamogordo and Las Cruces
09.2003 - 12.2006
- Accurately loaded and unloaded U.P.S. delivery vehicles in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
- Loaded and unloaded packages to ensure efficient workflow.
- Sorted packages for accurate and timely deliveries.
- Coordinated team discussions to make quick decisions in a high-pressure environment.
- Operated delivery vehicles in compliance with safety regulations.
Aviation Maintenance Administrationman
United States Navy
China Lake
12.1998 - 01.2003
- Responsible for the upkeep and accuracy of 20 aircraft logbooks for variously configured F/A18 aircraft.
- Responsible for accurately tracking periodic maintenance on: F404GE and F414GE aircraft engines and all respective components, ejection seats, pilot safety gear and aircraft surfaces.
- Responsible for daily flight schedule documentation and flight data processor and for the daily processing of Maintenance Action Forms (MAF).
- Maintained accurate documentation for local support equipment maintenance, facilitating operational readiness.
- Maintained logs and records office to support 20 test fighters FA18/A/B/C/D/E/F models.
- Recorded and stored aircraft historical files, ensuring compliance with maintenance standards.
- Responsible for accurate data input into NALCOMIS.
- Responsible for Data Analysis of NALCOMIS maintenance system for accurate input by all maintainers.
- Received OJT and classroom instruction for transfer and implementation of new (1999) maintenance program (S)AME (Similar To Automated Maintenance Environment).
- Executed naval watchkeeping duties to maintain operational readiness.
- Managed five office subordinates, coordinating daily tasks and performance evaluations.
Education
Master of Arts - Creative Writing (Fiction)
New Mexico State University-Las Cruces
Las Cruces, NM05-2025
Bachelor of Arts - English (Creative Writing)
New Mexico State University-Las Cruces
01-2021
Associate of Arts -
New Mexico State University-Alamogordo
01-2005
High School Diploma -
Saint Paul's School
Covington, Louisiana01-1996
Skills
- Childcare strategies
- Personal care support
- Home safety management
- Mobility support
- Team collaboration
- Supervisory skills
- Time management
- Microsoft Office
- Record management
- Networking
- Systems administration
- Creative writing
- Writing workshops
- Interpersonal skills
- Academic research
References
- Exiquio Balboa, balboa55@verizon.net, (301)-575-7879
- Dana Kroos, Professor NMSU CMI : 612-670-9340
- Dr. R. Joyce Garay, Associate Professor jgaray@nmsu.edu
- Dr. Brandon Hobson, 405-306-9133
Training
- Naval Logs and Records Course, Miramar, CA
- Aviation Administrationman ‘A’ School, Meridian, Miss.
- (S)AME Similar to Automated Maintenance Environment Training and Implementation
- IECMS Engine Management Program O.J.T.
- Leadership Training Course
Cell Contact
575-491-2174
Professional References
- Stephen Espinosa, Office Lead, (732) 277-3355
- Patrick Marquez, (575)-642-4507
- Jeffrey Lavean, former supervisor, (575) 915-5150
Timeline
Customer Service Clerk
Ashley Home Furniture
11.2022 - 10.2023
Graduate student
NMSU Milton Hall
08.2022 - 05.2025
Family Care Provider
Family Care Provider
09.2020 - Current
Aviation Administration Clerk
Amentum Co.
04.2018 - 09.2020
Production Clerk/Accounts Assistant
OLAM Spices and Vegetable Ingredients
11.2016 - 01.2018
Records Specialist
Sierra Nevada Corp.
03.2012 - 09.2015
Aircraft Engine Maintenance Management
Boeing International Support Services. (BISS)
08.2007 - 12.2010
Preload/Unload Crew
United Parcel Service (UPS)
09.2003 - 12.2006
Aviation Maintenance Administrationman
United States Navy
12.1998 - 01.2003
Master of Arts - Creative Writing (Fiction)
New Mexico State University-Las Cruces
Bachelor of Arts - English (Creative Writing)
New Mexico State University-Las Cruces
Associate of Arts -
New Mexico State University-Alamogordo
High School Diploma -
Saint Paul's School