Aviation
Tech
Model building and assembly
I like working with my hands and fixing things
Crafting and DIY Projects
DIY and Home Improvement
JAMES B. WELLS
Ordnance Technician II
Palm Bay,FL
Summary
Professional with a diverse military background supplemented with munitions disposal, safety protocols and technical operations. Strong team player, adaptable to changing conditions, and focused on achieving operational success. Known for reliability, precision, and effective communication in high-stress environments. Willing to cross train to learn new positions to help meet the clients needs.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Unexploded Ordnance Technician II
AECOM
05.2014 - Current
- Conducted surface sweep on foot and intrusive clearing of military ranges using Schonstedt Magnetic Locator to locate munitions on and below surface to a depth of 4 feet
- Assisted with demolition of recovered munitions that could not be moved as well as posed an explosive hazard.
- Demonstrated expertise in various technologies used for detecting and neutralizing unexploded ordnance, contributing to the overall effectiveness of the team''s operations.
- Assisted in training new technicians, contributing to the development of a highly skilled workforce in the field of unexploded ordnance disposal.
Backroom Team Member
Target
02.2012 - 04.2014
- Utilized handheld PDA to pull out merchandise to go to sales floor.
- Received merchandise from outside vendors and transferred inventory details into company database.
- Stocked merchandise in backroom and restocked storefronts and displays according to planograms.
Aircraft Maintenance / Iso Dock Crew Chief
TENNESSEE AIR NATIONAL GUARD
01.2009 - 02.2012
- Conducted inspections of 8-12 aircraft for cracks and corrosion; performed nose and main landing gear tire changes, serviced struts and tires, as well as lubricated grease points.
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircraft.
- Structural assembly to include the removal and installation of aircraft panels.
- Read and interpreted technical data to complete work on aircraft for C-130H and WC-130H
Field Artillery Cannoneer / Corporal
UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS
01.2005 - 07.2008
- Operated and maintained heavy artillery pieces vital to the success of the organization; oversaw daily operations, safety regulations, and standard operating procedure compliance of all aspects of weapons.
- Performed weekly preventative maintenance on all 6 medium towed M198155mm towed howitzers.
- Assisted in the preparation of artillery pieces and equipment, responsible for inspecting ammunition and performing routine tests of weapons to ensure they operated within safety standards.
- Maintained various weapons for training and daily use; resulted in 100 percent accountability of assigned weapons with zero defect in functions due to proper maintenance.
- Supervisor to over a dozen junior Marines in the unit for all training evolutions as well as deployments to ensure their well being.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Motlow State Community College
Tullahoma, TN 05.2012 - 05.2012
Skills
- Leadership
- QA/QC
- Safety
- Logistics
- Hand tools
- Mechanical knowledge
- Safety procedures
- Confined space entry
- Hazardous materials handling
- Military experience
- Preventative Maintenance
- Measuring and Inspecting
Certification
Unexploded Ordnance Technician Level I Course, 01/01/13
Affiliations
American Legion
Interests
Timeline
Unexploded Ordnance Technician II
AECOM
05.2014 - Current
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Motlow State Community College
05.2012 - 05.2012
Backroom Team Member
Target
02.2012 - 04.2014
Aircraft Maintenance / Iso Dock Crew Chief
TENNESSEE AIR NATIONAL GUARD
01.2009 - 02.2012
Field Artillery Cannoneer / Corporal
UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS
01.2005 - 07.2008
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