Gabriel Meidl
Martinez,CA
Summary
Strategic leader with expertise in organizational leadership, operations management, and workforce development. Led cross-functional teams, managed complex operations, and drove process improvements. Skilled in talent acquisition, personnel management, and compliance oversight. Focused on analyzing challenges and implementing solutions to enhance operational effectiveness.
Overview
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Certification
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years of professional experience
Work History
Health Professions Recruiter
United States Air Force
Vacaville, California
10.2023 - Current
- Executed strategic recruitment initiatives to identify and attract qualified healthcare professionals in support of organizational staffing requirements and mission readiness objectives.
- Coordinated end-to-end applicant recruitment and selection process, conducting candidate qualification reviews, appointment processing, interviews, and selection coordination to meet staffing needs.
- Collaborated with unit leadership and hiring authorities to assess staffing needs, establish recruitment priorities, and identify qualified candidates aligned with organizational requirements.
- Streamlined recruitment and selection processes, enhancing applicant processing efficiency and reducing administrative delays for timely workforce placement.
- Supported strategic workforce planning efforts by identifying qualified healthcare talent to address personnel shortages and strengthen organizational capabilities.
- Evaluated applicant qualifications and coordinated placement opportunities to align individual professional backgrounds with organizational staffing requirements.
- Built and maintained professional relationships with applicants, medical professionals, unit leadership, and organizational stakeholders to support recruitment and workforce development objectives.
- Advised prospective applicants on career opportunities, eligibility requirements, professional qualifications, benefits, and entitlements to support informed career decisions.
Enlisted Accessions Recruiter
United States Air Force
Pleasant Hill, California
01.2021 - 10.2023
- Executed strategic recruitment initiatives to attract and enlist qualified applicants in support of Air Force Reserve personnel strength requirements and organizational readiness objectives.
- Guided applicants through recruitment and enlistment process, offering tailored counseling on career opportunities, eligibility requirements, service commitments, benefits, and entitlements.
- Evaluated applicant qualifications and career interests to identify appropriate opportunities aligned with organizational staffing needs and individual professional goals.
- Managed applicant qualification and processing activities, coordinating required testing, medical examinations, and evaluations through Military Entrance Processing Stations (MEPS).
- Coordinated with military processing agencies and stakeholders to streamline applicant processing, address administrative issues, and ensure prompt enlistment and assignment actions.
- Oversaw enlistment and assignment documentation, ensuring applicant records and case files complied with Headquarters Air Force and Air Force Reserve Command policies, procedures, and regulatory guidelines.
- Ensured accountability and accuracy of applicant records, complying with established administrative, personnel, and documentation requirements.
- Supported organizational workforce development and mission readiness by identifying, qualifying, and acquiring personnel to meet strategic end-strength objectives.
ISO Coordinator
United States Air Force
Colorado Springs, Colorado
09.2019 - 01.2021
- Led cross-functional teams by coordinating personnel, resources, and maintenance activities while balancing competing priorities and operational requirements.
- Coordinated quality control, functional testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance activities to ensure work was completed in accordance with established technical standards and organizational requirements.
- Evaluated operational risks and ensured compliance with established safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements to maintain a safe and effective working environment.
- Developed and adjusted operational schedules based on maintenance requirements, resource availability, and emerging challenges to establish realistic completion timelines and maintain workflow efficiency.
- Collaborated with personnel across multiple specialties to identify problems, evaluate potential solutions, and coordinate corrective actions to minimize operational delays.
- Applied organizational knowledge of complex aircraft systems and maintenance processes to support informed decision-making, anticipate potential challenges, and improve inspection scheduling and operational efficiency.
- Directed and coordinated daily operations across nine specialized maintenance disciplines, overseeing the workload and priorities of more than 60 personnel to ensure organizational objectives and operational deadlines were met.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
United States Air Force Reserve
Colorado Springs, Colorado
11.2011 - 09.2019
- Troubleshot, repaired, installed, adjusted, and tested complex aircraft systems and components, including landing gear, power plants, gearboxes, hydraulic systems, fuel systems, flight controls, pneumatic systems, and pressurization systems.
- Conducted comprehensive aircraft inspections, including pre-flight, basic post-flight, thru-flight, HSC, and isochronal inspections, ensuring aircraft serviceability and compliance with established maintenance requirements.
- Performed aircraft flight control and engine throttle rigging, alignment, and adjustments using specialized precision measurement tools, diagnostic equipment, and technical specifications.
- Applied extensive knowledge of aircraft structural components, mechanical systems, and maintenance procedures to identify discrepancies, evaluate operational conditions, and ensure maintenance requirements were satisfied.
- Performed and coordinated C-130H aircraft maintenance operations, including aircraft towing, jacking, fueling, defueling, and maintenance support, serving in supervisory, team leadership, and technical roles.
- Developed and coordinated quality assurance processes, ensuring maintenance activities complied with Air Force, Department of Defense, and applicable technical requirements.
- Evaluated maintenance processes, technical data packages, and organizational procedures to identify deficiencies, assess operational effectiveness, and recommend improvements to quality, reliability, and maintainability.
- Identified process deficiencies and analyzed quality assurance findings, developing corrective actions to enhance maintenance operations and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Aircraft Maintenance Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL02-2016
Skills
- Candidate Assessment
- Workforce management
- Strategic planning
- Project & Program Management
- Process improvement
- Resource management
- Team Leadership & Development
- Leadership management
- Critical thinking
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Airman Leadership School
- Non-commissioned Officer Academy
- Senior Non-commissioned Officer Academy
- IMPACT Selling Certification - The Brooks Group
Timeline
Health Professions Recruiter
United States Air Force
10.2023 - Current
Enlisted Accessions Recruiter
United States Air Force
01.2021 - 10.2023
ISO Coordinator
United States Air Force
09.2019 - 01.2021
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
United States Air Force Reserve
11.2011 - 09.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Aircraft Maintenance Technology
Community College of The Air Force