Jesus Ratuita
Phenix City,AL
Summary
Dynamic Maintenance Team Chief with the US Army, skilled in scheduling and planning, and fostering teamwork. Achieved significant operational efficiency through preventive maintenance programs, enhancing equipment reliability. Proven leader with strong problem-solving abilities, dedicated to continuous improvement and safety compliance in high-pressure environments.
Professional with significant experience in maintenance leadership, skilled in managing teams to ensure optimal performance and reliability. Known for fostering collaboration and adaptability, consistently meeting evolving needs. Expertise includes preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and process improvement, combined with strong organizational and problem-solving abilities. Reliable and results-focused, ready to drive operational success.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Team Chief
US Army
Fort Irwin, CA
01.2024 - 07.2025
- Led maintenance operations, ensuring optimal functionality of equipment and facilities.
- Developed and implemented preventive maintenance schedules to enhance operational efficiency.
- Trained and mentored junior team members on safety protocols and maintenance procedures.
- Coordinated repair activities, minimizing downtime through effective resource allocation.
- Analyzed equipment performance data to inform strategic maintenance planning and decision-making.
- Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures, decreasing equipment issues, and reducing downtime.
- Established open lines of communication between the maintenance department and other teams across the organization to promote collaboration and streamlined problemsolving.
- Mentored new team members, sharing knowledge of best practices and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the department.
Maintenance Management Supervisor
US Army
Camp Arifjan, Kuwait
12.2022 - 01.2024
- Supervised maintenance operations ensuring compliance with safety regulations and operational standards.
- Developed and implemented preventive maintenance programs to enhance equipment reliability and performance.
- Managed logistics for maintenance supplies, optimizing inventory levels and reducing downtime.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on maintenance procedures and best practices to ensure consistent quality.
- Analyzed maintenance data to identify trends, leading to strategic improvements in maintenance schedules.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to resolve complex technical issues, improving operational efficiency.
- Managed budgets for maintenance projects, ensuring cost-effective solutions without compromising quality or safety standards.
- Assisted with capital project planning by providing input on equipment selection, installation timelines, and long-term maintenance considerations.
- Created and maintained daily and weekly reports for upper management.
- Monitored equipment, tools and system upgrades to compile data into detailed reports for upper management.
Contracting Officer's Representative
US Army
Camp Arifjan, Kuwait
12.2022 - 01.2024
- Managed contract modifications and compliance for multiple projects, ensuring adherence to regulations.
- Evaluated contractor performance and provided feedback to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency.
- Coordinated procurement processes, streamlining workflows to meet project timelines effectively.
- Conducted audits on contractor deliverables, ensuring quality standards were consistently met across all projects.
- Enhanced collaboration between contracting team members through clear communication and coordination of efforts.
- Prepared detailed reports on contract performance metrics that informed strategic planning initiatives within the organization.
- Facilitated effective communication between contractors, end-users, and other relevant parties to address issues promptly as they arose.
- Developed strong relationships with key stakeholders, fostering trust and cooperation throughout the contracting process.
Instructor, Advanced Individual Training for BFVSM
US Army
Fort Benning, GA
06.2018 - 09.2022
- Developed and delivered training programs to enhance soldier readiness and operational effectiveness.
- Evaluated training outcomes to ensure alignment with Army standards and improve instructional methods.
- Facilitated hands-on exercises to promote practical application of military techniques and strategies.
- Mentored junior instructors, fostering professional growth and enhancing overall team performance.
- Coordinated logistical support for training events, ensuring resource availability and compliance with safety protocols.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Oversaw curriculum development and implementation in alignment with best practices.
- Cultivated culture of critical thinking and inquiry, preparing students for real-world problem-solving.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
Maintenance Supervisor, Maintenance Team Chief
US Army
Fort Bliss, TX
06.2013 - 06.2018
- Supervised maintenance operations ensuring compliance with safety regulations and operational standards.
- Coordinated scheduling and execution of preventive maintenance tasks to minimize downtime.
- Led training sessions for junior technicians on equipment repair and troubleshooting techniques.
- Implemented process improvements resulting in increased efficiency of maintenance workflows.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop maintenance plans aligned with operational goals.
- Managed inventory of tools and supplies, optimizing resource allocation for projects.
- Conducted inspections to identify equipment failures and initiated corrective actions promptly.
- Analyzed maintenance data to drive strategic decisions for long-term asset management strategies.
- Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, verifying equipment safety and function.
- Supervised 18 employees and scheduled shifts.
- Supervised a team of technicians, providing guidance on complex repair tasks and fostering professional development opportunities.
- Improved equipment reliability by implementing a preventive maintenance program and scheduling routine inspections.
- Kept track of equipment, inventories, and system upgrades in order to prepare and present detailed reports to upper management.
- Mentored junior technicians through hands-on training, fostering a culture of teamwork and knowledge sharing within the maintenance department.
- Monitored employee work tasks while installing, aligning, and balancing new equipment for projects.
- Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
- Supervised team of installers and mechanics to complete work on time and to company standards.
Bradley Fighting Vehicle Systems Maintainer
United States Army
Fort Benning, GA
08.2008 - 06.2013
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Education
High School Diploma -
Farrington High School
Honolulu, HISkills
- Scheduling and planning
- Health and safety compliance
- Electrical systems
- Facilities maintenance
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Skilled maintenance and repair
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Leadership skills
- Multitasking
- Dependable and consistent
Timeline
Maintenance Team Chief
US Army
01.2024 - 07.2025
Maintenance Management Supervisor
US Army
12.2022 - 01.2024
Contracting Officer's Representative
US Army
12.2022 - 01.2024
Instructor, Advanced Individual Training for BFVSM
US Army
06.2018 - 09.2022
Maintenance Supervisor, Maintenance Team Chief
US Army
06.2013 - 06.2018
Bradley Fighting Vehicle Systems Maintainer
United States Army
08.2008 - 06.2013
High School Diploma -
Farrington High School