Kevin Stafford
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive experience at DaVita and USMC, excelling in vehicle maintenance and patient care. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and fostering team collaboration. Skilled in documentation accuracy and compassionate care, with CPR certification. Successfully reduced vehicle downtime through strategic problem-solving and preventive maintenance.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dialysis Technician
DaVita
03.2010 - Current
- Assisted in preparing dialysis equipment for patient treatment sessions
- Monitored patients' vital signs and reported abnormalities to nursing staff
- Maintained accurate records of patient treatments and machine functionality
- Supported team in adhering to safety protocols and infection control measures
- Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
- Strengthened patient relationships, consistently providing compassionate and empathetic care.
Diesel Mechanic
USMC
07.1995 - 11.1999
- Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines to enhance performance and reliability.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on heavy-duty vehicles to ensure operational efficiency.
- Utilized diagnostic tools and software to troubleshoot mechanical issues effectively.
- Disassembled engines and transmissions, troubleshoot defects of components and ordered new parts. Rebuilt engines and transmissions and prepped them for dyno testing.
Motor Transport Maintenance Chief
USMC
11.1999 - 11.2004
- Supervised maintenance operations for diverse vehicle fleet, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Developed and implemented preventive maintenance schedules to enhance vehicle reliability and performance.
- Led troubleshooting efforts for mechanical failures, reducing downtime through effective problem-solving strategies.
- Trained and mentored junior mechanics on best practices in motor transport maintenance techniques and procedures.
- Oversaw inventory management of parts and supplies, optimizing resource allocation for maintenance activities.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for junior technicians, increasing overall team proficiency in motor transport maintenance.
0311 Infantry Rifleman
USMCR 4th AAB 4th MAR DIV
11.2004 - 06.2008
- Conducted tactical operations in diverse environments, ensuring mission success and team safety.
- Executed strategic planning for unit deployments, enhancing operational readiness and efficiency.
- Mentored junior soldiers on weapon handling and combat techniques, fostering skill development and teamwork.
- Coordinated logistical support for training exercises, optimizing resource allocation and utilization.
- Participated in joint exercises with other military branches to foster teamwork and improve overall combat effectiveness.
- Led fire teams during battle drills and training exercises.
- Established strong working relationships with foreign counterparts while deployed overseas, fostering cooperation between allied forces during multinational operations.
Education
No Degree - Radiation Therapy
Keiser University
Lakeland, FLTrade - Diesel Mechanic
USMC Motor Transport Organizational Automotive Mechanic
Camp Johnson, NC04-1996
Trade - 0311 Infantryman
USMC
Camp Geiger, NC12-1995
High School Diploma -
Hernando High School
Brooksville, FL05-1995
Skills
- Documentation accuracy
- Defensive tactics training
- Surveillance
- Scuba certification
- CPR basic life saving certified
Certification
- CCHT - Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
- Certified Clinical Nephrology Technologist
- Scuba certified
- BLS CPR certified
Navy Artic Service Ribbon
Earned trough joint NATO cold weather survival exercise, enduring 30+ days above the artic circle with the Dutch Royal Marines and Norwegian Army
Timeline
Dialysis Technician
DaVita
03.2010 - Current
0311 Infantry Rifleman
USMCR 4th AAB 4th MAR DIV
11.2004 - 06.2008
Motor Transport Maintenance Chief
USMC
11.1999 - 11.2004
Diesel Mechanic
USMC
07.1995 - 11.1999
No Degree - Radiation Therapy
Keiser University
Trade - Diesel Mechanic
USMC Motor Transport Organizational Automotive Mechanic
Trade - 0311 Infantryman
USMC
High School Diploma -
Hernando High School