Manuel Mendoza
El Paso,TX
Summary
Dedicated mechanic seeking a position with a reputable company that fosters professional growth and development. Extensive mechanical skills, technical knowledge, and hands-on experience in the automotive field will contribute effectively to team objectives. Committed to delivering high-quality service while maintaining a strong focus on safety and efficiency. Passionate about continuous learning and staying updated with industry advancements to enhance overall performance.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Technica
12.2020 - 08.2025
- Performed maintenance inspections as a QC inspector in 1-1 UME, I ensured compliance with governmental regulations, inspecting accessories, air lines, and electric circuits, checked for damage on vehicles, looked for leaks, and faulty wiring.
- Researched and ordered service and repair parts for military equipment using technical manuals.
- Checked for improper adjustment, approve or deny equipment inspection and suggest improvements to equipment that failed inspection.
- Analyze malfunction and repair, rebuild, and maintain different type of tactical vehicles and equipment including but not limited to the following: M915 tractor and trailers, HEMTT trucks, Palletized Loading System (PLS) and M1076 trailer, High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV), Heavy Equipment Transporter (HET) and M1000 trailers and FMTV vehicles.
- Service and maintain various tactical vehicles and equipment, including M915 tractors and trailers, HEMTT trucks, Palletized Loading Systems (PLS), M1076 trailers, HMMWVs, Heavy Equipment Transporters (HET) with M1000 trailers, and FMTV vehicles.
- Repaired and replaced damaged components such as diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulic systems, A/C and electrical components.
- Diagnose all military vehicles in accordance with technical manuals using hardware and software tools, repaired as needed.
Mechanical Assembler Assoc Sr
Raytheon
05.2012 - 11.2020
- We traveled to various countries to support the Patriot program by repairing FMTVs, HEMTTs, BMCs, AMGs, and generators.
- Conducted Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) on all Patriot vehicles and equipment.
- Disassemble various radar systems and upgrade them with new components.
- Provided preventative type maintenance serving Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system trailers in multiple locations worldwide.
- Disassembled/refurbished/modernized THAAD Prime Power Unit (PPU).
- Disassembled/refurbished Patriot Launcher Station (LS) and Engagement Control Station (ECS) upgrading to PAC3.
- Disassembled/refurbished/tested Sentinel radars while performing modification and upgrades to all bays.
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Directorate of Logistics (Raytheon, Technica & RAM Inc.)
07.2004 - 04.2012
- Service and maintain tactical vehicles and equipment, including 915 tractors and trailers, 5-ton trucks, PLS, LHS, HMMWV, and FMTVs.
- Repaired and replaced damaged components such as diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulic systems, A/C components and electrical components.
- Performed maintenance inspections and repairs, to include troubleshooting, diagnosing and part ordering in accordance with applicable technical manuals.
- Diagnose all military vehicles in accordance with technical manuals using hardware and software tools, repaired as needed.
- Participated in the military wheeled and tracked vehicles Reset program, refurbishing, repairing, and upgrading various types of military equipment.
- Performed recovery operations by towing disabled or damaged vehicle, equipment back to repair shop.
Education
Associate of Occupational Studies - Automotive Technology
Western Technical Institute
El Paso, TX01.2001
Skills
- Team leadership abilities
- J-STD-001 soldering certification
- Forklift operation expertise
- Logistics management
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Technica
12.2020 - 08.2025
Mechanical Assembler Assoc Sr
Raytheon
05.2012 - 11.2020
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Directorate of Logistics (Raytheon, Technica & RAM Inc.)
07.2004 - 04.2012
Associate of Occupational Studies - Automotive Technology
Western Technical Institute