Oralia Howard
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Results-driven Senior Operations & Maintenance Supervisor with proven skills in preventive maintenance and team supervision. Committed to optimizing workflows and enhancing team efficiency to drive operational excellence.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Operations & Maintenance Supervisor
United States Air Force
Las Vegas, NV
04.2025 - Current
- Supervised maintenance operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and operational standards.
- Coordinated scheduling for preventive maintenance activities to minimize equipment downtime and enhance reliability.
- Trained and mentored junior technicians on best practices in equipment repair and troubleshooting techniques.
- Developed and implemented efficient maintenance procedures to optimize workflow and resource allocation.
- Led initiatives to improve team collaboration, enhancing communication across departments during maintenance projects.
Maintenance & Operations Team Lead
United States Air Force
RAF Lakenheath,
08.2021 - 03.2025
- Oversaw daily operations and ensured compliance with safety and operational standards.
- Streamlined workflow processes to enhance team efficiency and productivity.
- Mentored junior personnel, providing guidance on task execution and development.
- Developed training programs to improve team skills and operational knowledge.
- Coordinated efforts in recruiting, hiring, and training to build a skilled workforce.
Deployment Division Maintenance Chief
United States Air Force
Undisclosed Location
12.2023 - 04.2024
- Supervised maintenance operations ensuring compliance with safety protocols and operational standards.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new technicians, enhancing team skills and efficiency.
- Coordinated preventive maintenance schedules, reducing equipment downtime and improving readiness rates.
- Evaluated and optimized maintenance processes, leading to significant improvements in workflow efficiency.
- Supervised maintenance teams to ensure optimal equipment performance and safety compliance.
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs, reducing equipment downtime and repair costs.
Operations & Logistics Program Manager
United States Air Force
RAF Lakenheath, United Kingdom
03.2019 - 08.2021
- Facilitated comprehensive personnel readiness assessments and managed logistics for large-scale organizational deployments and mobilizations.
- Managed scheduling, tracking, and reporting of workforce availability, training status, certifications, and compliance requirements.
- Managed comprehensive logistics planning, including meticulous documentation of transportation equipment movement and strategic resource allocation.
- Validated personnel readiness by ensuring adherence to regulatory medical and training standards before deployment or travel.
- Managed relationships with leadership, operations, logistics, and external agencies to guarantee smooth execution of assignments.
- Maintained accountability of personnel and equipment during high-tempo operations.
- Developed and communicated strategic readiness metrics timelines and risk assessments to enhance decision-making for senior leadership.
- Streamlined deployment workflows to improve accuracy and maintain compliance standards.
Weapons Expediter
United States Air Force
Las Vegas, NV
08.2011 - 08.2016
- Coordinated logistics for weapons delivery to ensure mission readiness.
- Monitored inventory levels and conducted audits to maintain accuracy.
- Streamlined procurement processes, reducing lead times for essential materials.
- Implemented safety protocols, enhancing compliance with federal regulations.
- Maintained accurate records of weapons inventory, facilitating easy retrieval and audit compliance.
Workplace Safety & Compliance Specialist
United States Air Force
Las Vegas, NV
12.2009 - 08.2011
- Conducted safety inspections to identify hazards and ensure compliance with regulations.
- Developed safety training programs for personnel to enhance awareness and prevention measures.
- Evaluated safety procedures, recommending improvements to mitigate risks in operations.
- Collaborated with leadership to implement safety initiatives promoting a culture of accountability.
- Collaborated with management to create a strong safety culture, fostering employee engagement and commitment to safe work practices.
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations through detailed analysis and documentation review.
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance understanding of compliance procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Religion
American Military University
Charles Town, WV05-2027
Associate of Applied Science -
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL01-2023
Skills
- Quality control
- Job planning
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Project management
- Detail-oriented
- Strategic planning
- Team leadership and direction
- Decision-making
- Project coordination
- Critical thinking
- Interpersonal skills
- Team management
- Operations management
- Customer relations
- Employee development
Accomplishments
Project manager for multiple deployments to include Poland, Oman, Jordan, Finland
Certification
Master resiliency trainer
OSHA 30 hour certification
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Leo Marquez Senior Noncommissioned Officer (SNCO) of the Year – 2025, Green Suit SNCO of the Year –,
Recognized as the top senior enlisted leader for outstanding leadership, operational excellence, and organizational impact.
Clearance
Active Top Secret (TS) Clearance
Eligible for SCI access (if applicable)
Timeline
Senior Operations & Maintenance Supervisor
United States Air Force
04.2025 - Current
Deployment Division Maintenance Chief
United States Air Force
12.2023 - 04.2024
Maintenance & Operations Team Lead
United States Air Force
08.2021 - 03.2025
Operations & Logistics Program Manager
United States Air Force
03.2019 - 08.2021
Weapons Expediter
United States Air Force
08.2011 - 08.2016
Workplace Safety & Compliance Specialist
United States Air Force
12.2009 - 08.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Religion
American Military University
Associate of Applied Science -
Community College of The Air Force