Kevin O. Berrios Padilla
US Army
Louisiana,LA
2
Languages
1
Certification
3
years of professional experience
Skilled Diesel Technician and Maintenance Supervisor with 4 years of experience in troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining military vehicles to ensure fleet readiness. Expertise in mechanical safety, system diagnostics, and preventive maintenance. Proven ability to lead small teams and manage projects with precision and attention to detail.
Work History
Diesel Technician/Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor
3 Years 2 MonthsMechanical
- Executed preventive and corrective maintenance on military tactical vehicles, ensuring optimal performance by diagnosing and repairing diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical components, suspension, braking systems, and drivetrains.
- Supported fleet operations with dependable on-site troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair services for diesel-powered vehicles.
- Conducted tactical vehicle recovery operations and operated forklifts to load, unload and position military equipment weighing over 20,000 pounds.
Supervisory
- Led and monitored up to 12 junior mechanics as a Team Leader and Squad Leader, ensuring safety, quality, and equipment readiness.
- Trained and supervised a group of 25 mechanics in preventive maintenance, troubleshooting procedures and proper use of Technical Manual (TM).
- Inspected, documented, and maintained accurate maintenance records to ensure equipment serviceability.
Education
- Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic
Skills
Preventive Maintenance
Problem solving
Troubleshooting techniques
Equipment inspection
Powertrain service
Hydraulic repair
HVAC repair
Parts installation
Parts ordering
Heavy equipment operation
Team supervision
Steering and suspension
Accomplishments
Completed maintenance on four JLTVs during a rotation in Romania, replacing engine glow plugs in 1½ weeks, 3½ days ahead of the two week deadline. Successfully returned all four vehicles to mission capable status before field training and earned recognition from leadership. Subsequently selected for special and critical missions requiring last minute vehicle readiness.
Certification
- Basic Leader Course (BLC)- 5-19-2025
- Secret Security Clearance
- EPA Section 609 Certification (MVAC Refrigerant Recovery & Recycling)
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Diesel Technician/Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor
US Army
06.2023 - CurrentRead More
United States Army Ordnance School
from Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic
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