John Melchor Guillermo Jr.
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Dependable leader possessing significant expertise in managing the Defense Travel System and barracks operations, with a strong focus on safety management and compliance with OSHA standards. Demonstrated capability in coordinating logistics, implementing safety measures, and supervising effective operations. Proficient in improving team performance, managing resources efficiently, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations in demanding environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Defense Travel System Approving Official Coordinator
United States Army (Active Duty)
08.2023 - Current
- Managed the Defense Travel System (DTS) for over 1,400 personnel in the 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, ensuring efficient coordination of flights, hotels, and rental vehicles through civilian agencies like CWT SATO Travel.
- Set realistic goals and objectives, fostering decision-making, organization, and strategic thinking to complete tasks efficiently and effectively.
- Demonstrated accountability by maintaining traveler profiles, organizational information, and overseeing approvals for travel orders and reimbursements.
- Facilitated clear communication with Soldiers and civilian agencies, creating an organized and cooperative work environment.
- Led by example by working alongside the S3 operational and training sector with a positive attitude and actively resolving systemic issues related to routing lists, user profiles, and organizational setups.
- Utilized strong decision-making skills to research and implement solutions, ensuring smooth travel processes for Soldiers during major unit exercises and temporary duty assignments.
- Maintained focus and strong time management, ensuring all DTS tasks were completed on schedule, promoting discipline and accountability throughout the team.
Barracks Manager
United States Army (Active Duty)
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Managed billeting operations with a focus on Safety Management Systems (SMS), Occupational Health, and Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) protocols.
- Conducted personnel checks, reservation management, revenue tracking, and customer support, with regular risk assessments to ensure compliance with safety and health regulations.
- Conducted personnel checks, reservation management, revenue tracking, and customer support, with regular risk assessments to ensure compliance with safety and health regulations
- Oversaw troop housing assignments, non-tenant facilities, and property accountability within the Training Center, ensuring adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety protocols.
- Guided service members in fire safety and sanitation procedures, issued and received dining facilities and classrooms, and performed inspections to verify inventory accuracy and safety conditions.
- Assisted with supply functions and prioritized occupational health and safety standards, overseeing housing assignments and clearing processes for 150 living spaces in the 1st Brigade, 11th Airborne Division.
- Maintained inventory of furniture and equipment worth over $450,000, ensuring compliance with EHS and fire safety standards.
- Coordinated daily escorts for maintenance contractors, managed key systems and door lock programmers valued at $25,000, and investigated accidents to improve safety procedures and mitigate risks.
Styker System Maintainer Noncommission Officer
United States Army (Active Duty)
11.2021 - 08.2023
- Supervised and operated heavy equipment and tactical vehicles, including Strykers and wheeled vehicles, ensuring compliance with safety standards and performance requirements.
- Adapted maintenance schedules and coordinated direct support for military tactical vehicles using GCSS-Army and FedLog for efficient parts ordering and inventory management.
- Supervised and guided maintenance activities, conducted battlefield damage and recoverability assessments, and certified vehicle operability.
- Enforced safety protocols and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in compliance with OSHA regulations, instructed on the use of maintenance power tools, and recorded all maintenance actions.
- Managed hazardous materials, unscheduled services, and quality control for maintenance on 74 Strykers, 40 wheeled vehicles, and over 300 communications and weapons systems.
- Developed and implemented goal-setting strategies to enhance performance and ensure accountability for over $1.5 million worth of tools and equipment, while coaching and mentoring team members in professional development and fostering a positive work environment.
Water Treatment Specialist Noncommission Officer
Hawaii Army National Guard
04.2017 - 09.2021
- Led and developed water sources and points, determined treatment methods, and purified water to ensure safety within the 1109th Theater Aviation Support Maintenance Group.
- Oversaw the health, welfare, morale, discipline, training, physical fitness, and professional development of four service members and their families.
- Managed and maintained ten Liquid Storage Tanks, one Tactical Water Purification System (TWPS), and two Lightweight Water Purification Systems (LWP), valued over $3,000,000.
- Conducted industrial hygiene assessments, ergonomic evaluations, and environmental quality investigations to ensure OSHA compliance and safety protocols.
- Performed chemical storage audits of laboratories, prepared technical reports summarizing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and OSHA guidelines.
- Organized and conducted various training sessions to enhance team knowledge and skills in water treatment tasks.
- Monitored and maintained equipment for water and wastewater treatment, collected and tested samples, analyzed data, adjusted chemical feeds, and managed operations using control boards and SCADA systems.
Lineman
Hawaiian Telcom
05.2017 - 12.2019
- Installed telecommunications lines and equipment, including aerial lines, underground cables, and radio and mobile phone antennae, using machinery and heavy equipment to demonstrate strategic thinking and decisive action.
- Conducted the lashing of cables and fiber optics to support structures, ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations, proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and safe operation of machinery.
- Implemented fall protection measures, including harnesses and guardrails, while operating heavy equipment and adhering to confined space entry protocols and hearing protection guidelines.
- Performed routine maintenance on poles, conduits, and fiber optic cables, utilizing specialized tools and heavy machinery to ensure system integrity and safety.
- Executed complex repairs of damaged telecommunications lines and equipment, including fiber optic cables, with a focus on resilience and adherence to OSHA regulations while using machinery for efficient repair.
- Conducted thorough testing of telecommunications lines and devices, employing analytical skills to assess the performance of lashed cables, fiber optics, and underground systems, and ensuring safe operation of testing equipment.
- Analyzed and recorded test results, translating findings into actionable insights and consistently applying fall protection strategies, PPE, confined space procedures, and hearing protection, while operating machinery and heavy equipment safely.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Safety And Health
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL11.2024
Associate of Science - Occupational Safety And Health
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL03.2024
Skills
- Customer Service
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Schedule Coordination
- Schedule Management
- Administrative Leadership
- Organizational leadership skills
- Safety and OSHA compliance
- OSHA safety standards
- OSHA Workplace Safety
- OSHA Compliance
- Knowledge of OSHA Regulations
- Facilities Maintenance
- Equipment Management
Certification
- Certified Commercial Drivers License Class A W/No Restrictions, Leeward Community College - June 2015-Present
- Certified Recovery Operations, Ordnance School Diploma - May 2022
- Certified Refrigerant Recovery and Recycle , and Section 609 Automotive Air Conditioning, Ordnance School Diploma, March 2022
- Army Unit Prevention Leader Training - August 2022
- Certified Range Safety Officer, Marine Corps Base, Hawaii - January 2020-January 2023
- Certified Ammunition Handlers, ARMY - June 2014 - June 2015
- Certified Forklift Operator, Army - 2015
- OSHA 10
- Secrete Clearance (Current)
Work Availability
monday
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thursday
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morning
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evening
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Timeline
Defense Travel System Approving Official Coordinator
United States Army (Active Duty)
08.2023 - Current
Barracks Manager
United States Army (Active Duty)
08.2022 - 08.2023
Styker System Maintainer Noncommission Officer
United States Army (Active Duty)
11.2021 - 08.2023
Lineman
Hawaiian Telcom
05.2017 - 12.2019
Water Treatment Specialist Noncommission Officer
Hawaii Army National Guard
04.2017 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Safety And Health
Columbia Southern University
Associate of Science - Occupational Safety And Health
Columbia Southern University
- Certified Commercial Drivers License Class A W/No Restrictions, Leeward Community College - June 2015-Present
- Certified Recovery Operations, Ordnance School Diploma - May 2022
- Certified Refrigerant Recovery and Recycle , and Section 609 Automotive Air Conditioning, Ordnance School Diploma, March 2022
- Army Unit Prevention Leader Training - August 2022
- Certified Range Safety Officer, Marine Corps Base, Hawaii - January 2020-January 2023
- Certified Ammunition Handlers, ARMY - June 2014 - June 2015
- Certified Forklift Operator, Army - 2015
- OSHA 10
- Secrete Clearance (Current)
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