Melinda Torrealba
Automotives
St. Louis,MO
Summary
Dependable Senior Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic with 10-year background performing electronic and mechanical repair and troubleshooting on various vehicles. Regularly services air and hydraulic brakes, fuel systems, transmissions and cooling systems. Professional and hardworking to meet deadlines in a fast-paced and stressful workplace. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
6
6
Certification
Work History
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (91B)
U.S. Army Active Duty
02.2013 - Current
- Performed repairs, including removing, cleaning and replacing parts and systems.
- Conducted routine preventive maintenance checks and services on company vehicles.
- Inspected, serviced, repaired, replaced, adjusted and tested vehicle systems, subsystems and components.
- Repaired electrical wiring harness, starting and charging systems.
- Examined vehicles to determine extent of damage or malfunctions.
- Maintained power assisted brake systems, wheeled vehicle suspension systems, wheel and hub assemblies and wheeled vehicle hydraulic steering systems.
- Ordered special replacement parts and components for heavy equipment.
- Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
- Completed simple and advanced repairs according to specifications for brakes, exhaust and electrical systems.
- Inspected vehicles for damage and recorded findings to facilitate repairs.
- Trained and guided employees on correct methods for performing different repairs and maintenance services.
- Estimated costs of vehicle repair.
92A Automated Logistical Specialist
U.S. Army Active Duty
04.2018 - 05.2022
- Checked loaded materials compared to work orders for correctness.
- Scheduled materials shipments and transportation for on-time delivery, reducing delays.
- Monitored workers and reviewed completed work for proper performance.
- Completed or assisted with difficult or skilled tasks.
- Presented and explained work orders to team.
- Resolved personnel problems, complaints and grievances, referring serious issues to higher-level supervisors.
- Held staff meetings to share project information and address specific issues.
- Evaluated employee performance and prepared performance appraisals.
- Assessed job sites to determine work needed.
- Estimated project materials, time and staffing requirements based on work orders and job specifications.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hillcrest Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
01.2012 - 02.2013
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Central Texas College
Killeen, TX05.2022
Advanced Leaders Course -
Army Logistics University
Fort Lee, VA04.2022
Recovery Operations -
Army Logistics University
Fort Lee, VA01.2016
Skills
- Hoist and crane operations
- System diagnosis
- Inspecting vehicles
- Installing equipment
- Scheduled services
- Service Scheduling
- Replacing parts
- Flexible & Adaptable
- Maintenance & Repair
- Hand and power tools
- Preventive maintenance services
- Hydraulics
- Recovering Vehicles
- Effective team leader
- Typing
- Multi-line Phone
- Data management
- Supply and logistics planning
- Microsoft Outlook
- Customer Service
- Unit Prevention Leader
Certification
- Unit Prevention Leader
- Recovery Operations
- Basic Leaders Course
- Advanced Leaders Course
- Global Combat Support System
- CNA Certification
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 45 staff members.
- Documented and resolved over 1500 which led to in saving the Military over 8.3 million dollars.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Timeline
92A Automated Logistical Specialist
U.S. Army Active Duty
04.2018 - 05.2022
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (91B)
U.S. Army Active Duty
02.2013 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hillcrest Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
01.2012 - 02.2013
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Central Texas College
Advanced Leaders Course -
Army Logistics University
Recovery Operations -
Army Logistics University