Mario Padilla Mercado
San Diego,CA
Summary
Dynamic Ground Support Equipment Technician with the US Navy, skilled in mechanical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance. Proven ability to enhance equipment reliability and streamline processes through teamwork and critical thinking. Committed to operational excellence and safety compliance, ensuring readiness and efficiency in high-pressure environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ground Support Equipment Technician
US Navy
03.2017 - 01.2025
- Performed routine inspections and repairs on ground support equipment to ensure operational readiness.
- Executed preventive maintenance tasks to enhance equipment lifespan and reliability.
- Collaborated with teams to streamline equipment maintenance processes and improve efficiency.
- Documented maintenance activities and equipment history for compliance and reporting purposes.
Electrician
Education Group
06.2013 - 10.2015
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
Quality Assurance
Stanadyne Automotive
01.2013 - 05.2013
- Conducted quality audits to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Developed testing procedures to evaluate product performance and reliability.
- Tracked defects systematically to facilitate timely resolution and continuous improvement.
- Reviewed documentation to verify accuracy and adherence to quality assurance protocols.
Ramp Agent
Express Jet Airlines, XJT
01.2012 - 10.2012
- Coordinated baggage loading and unloading, ensuring timely processing for all flights.
- Executed safety compliance checks to ensure secure ramp operations.
- Facilitated team collaboration efforts to optimize workflow and efficiency during peak hours.
- Managed equipment operation maintenance, ensuring all ground service equipment remained functional.
Education
No Degree - Electrical Engineering
Universidad Interamericana De Puerto Rico
Ponce, PR01-2012
Associate of Science - Electrician
Escuela Tecnica De Puerto Rico
Ponce, PR09-2008
High School Diploma -
Academia Alexandra
Ponce, PR06-2007
Skills
- Steering system repair
- Pneumatic systems maintenance
- Oil change procedures
- Suspension systems
- Heavy equipment operation
- Exhaust system repair
- Power tools proficiency
- Heating systems
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Fuel system servicing
- Air conditioning systems
- Battery maintenance
- Hydraulic systems repair
- Drive train maintenance
- Equipment inspection
- Electrical diagnostics
- Schematics interpretation
- Tire maintenance
- Engine overhaul
- Coolant system service
- Ground support equipment calibration
- Brake system repair
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Team leadership
- Team collaboration
- Situational awareness
- Task prioritization
- Staff supervision
- Preventive Maintenance
- Risk management
Certification
- Certified support equipment mobile electric power plant, US Navy
- Certified support equipment hydraulic systems, US Navy
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Ground Support Equipment Technician
US Navy
03.2017 - 01.2025
Electrician
Education Group
06.2013 - 10.2015
Quality Assurance
Stanadyne Automotive
01.2013 - 05.2013
Ramp Agent
Express Jet Airlines, XJT
01.2012 - 10.2012
No Degree - Electrical Engineering
Universidad Interamericana De Puerto Rico
Associate of Science - Electrician
Escuela Tecnica De Puerto Rico
High School Diploma -
Academia Alexandra