Derek Fernandez
Brownsville,TX
Summary
Dedicated and disciplined Army veteran with experience in equipment maintenance, laboratory operations, high-stakes military logistics, and leadership. Highly motivated, with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
- Proven track record of managing complex operations and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Experienced in leading teams, optimizing processes, and communicating effectively with stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to handle critical situations with discretion and professionalism, with a commitment to enhancing operational readiness and safety.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Mechanic
Brownsville Public Utilities Board
Brownsville, TX
03.2022 - Current
- Installed, repaired and maintained equipment.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Repaired and replaced worn and defective parts.
- Tested machine malfunctions and performed repairs.
- Read work orders or received instructions from supervisors to determine work requirements.
Laboratory Technician
Q Med Laboratory
EL PASO, TX
02.2019 - 12.2021
- Processed over 300 samples daily, including manual reporting and quality reviews.
- Analyze urines under a microscope to confirm any abnormalities found by the urine strip.
- Registered with CLIA and complied with all their regulations to start recording patient’s results.
- Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
- Cleaned, maintained and calibrated laboratory and field equipment to ensure continuous accuracy and functionality.
- Maintained, calibrated and troubleshot pH probes, automatic pipettes and diluters.
- Recorded, reported and posted specimen results in company software.
Lead Mechanic
United States Army
Fort Bliss, TX
06.2005 - 06.2014
- In charge of providing world-class service to our soldier customers and their vehicles that would come into my operating area for maintenance.
- Maintained accountability of over 68 million in equipment and 400 vehicles.
- In charge of briefing senior officers on the maintenance of their fleet vehicles and to give them an estimation on how long the maintenance will take.
- Supervised mechanics performing routine maintenance and repairs.
- Documented and updated maintenance records, documents and work order logs.
Education
Associate of Occupational Studies - Diesel Mechanics
Western Technical College
El Paso, TX09.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory
Southwest University
El Paso, TX02.2019
Skills
- Quality control
- Sample processing
- Hazardous materials management
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Inspections and maintenance
- Chemical handling
Timeline
Maintenance Mechanic
Brownsville Public Utilities Board
03.2022 - Current
Laboratory Technician
Q Med Laboratory
02.2019 - 12.2021
Lead Mechanic
United States Army
06.2005 - 06.2014
Associate of Occupational Studies - Diesel Mechanics
Western Technical College
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory
Southwest University