Elias Ruiz
U.S Army
Killeen,TX
Summary
Seasoned SPC, who served as a Stryker Systems Maintainer offering 4 years of service in United States Army. Intelligent, insightful and well-organized with excellent decision-making abilities and sound judgment. Ready to take on challenging, growth-oriented position dedicated to trouble shoot and maintain the Army's Stryker Vehicle. Hardworking Mechanic successful at completing inspections, maintenance and repairs on wheeled vehicles. Quality-driven and disciplined nature, with strong skills in investigating problems and developing successful solutions. Kept vehicles mission ready for the whole battalion.
Overview
2
2
Languages
3
3
Certifications
3
3
years of post-secondary education
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
91s (Stryker System Maintainer)
United States Army
Fort Hood, TX
01.2018 - Current
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches and control systems.
- Replaced damaged, missing or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Inspected vehicles and evaluated condition of systems, equipment, lights and accessories.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage or other issues of concern.
Construction Worker
Manhattan Concrete LLC
Manhattan, NY
04.2015 - 02.2017
- Removed snow, ice and debris from roadways after storms to clear major transportation routes.
- Patched broken pavement for safe travel, including dumping, spreading and tamping asphalt.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Used required tools to complete jobs, including hammers, saws, squares, levels and fastening devices.
- Operated equipment such as fork trucks and skidders.
- Collected measurements and marked locations as part of project preparations.
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
Painter
Interior Painting Contractor NYC
Manhattan, NY
09.2014 - 01.2015
- Safely operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
- Taped around windows and fixtures prior to painting walls.
- Selected premixed paints or mixed required portions of pigment, oil and thinning and drying substances to prepare paint to match specified colors.
- Used putty knives and caulking guns to fill cracks, holes and joints with plaster, putty and caulk.
- Calculated amounts of required materials and approximate time to complete each project to estimate project costs.
- Applied primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces such as bare wood or metal, for finish coats.
- Protected all surfaces from damage and spills by using drop cloths prior to and during painting.
- Obtained correct dimensions and specifications by properly measuring areas.
- Worked flexible schedule, including some holidays and weekends, depending on shifting needs of each project.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
Education
No Degree -
Roosevelt High School
Bronx, NY 09.2011 - 12.2011
No Degree -
Liberty High School
Bethlehem, PA 02.2012 - 08.2013
High School Diploma -
Early College High School, Yonkers, NY
Yonkers, NY 09.2013 - 08.2014
Skills
Systems troubleshooting
Auto and engine repair
Inspections proficiency
Fleet Management
Vehicle test drives
Training and support
Vast mechanical knowledge
Hazardous materials cleaning
HVAC systems
Certification
Combat Life Savor
Timeline
Order of The Spurs
10-2021
Air Assualt
08-2018
Combat Life Savor
04-2018
91s (Stryker System Maintainer)
United States Army
01.2018 - Current
Construction Worker
Manhattan Concrete LLC
04.2015 - 02.2017
Painter
Interior Painting Contractor NYC
09.2014 - 01.2015
High School Diploma -
Early College High School, Yonkers, NY
09.2013 - 08.2014
No Degree -
Liberty High School
02.2012 - 08.2013
No Degree -
Roosevelt High School
09.2011 - 12.2011