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Travis Stiles

Killeen,TX

Summary

Skilled Ford Mechanic Apprentice and former Infantry Squad Leader with a proven track record in troubleshooting, maintenance, and leadership. Excelling in assessing risks and employing safety protocols, I've enhanced vehicle reliability at Ford ServiceMax and improved squad performance in the United States Marine Corps, and United States Army through rigorous training and strategic planning.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Ford Mechanic Apprentice

Ford ServiceMax
04.2024 - Current
  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.

Infantry Squadleader

United States Army
02.2022 - 03.2024
  • Managed logistical requirements for the squad, ensuring appropriate equipment allocation and maintenance schedules were followed.
  • Maintained a high level of discipline and professionalism in the squad, leading by example at all times.
  • Improved squad performance by implementing rigorous training and evaluation methods.
  • Mentored junior soldiers on career progression opportunities within the Infantry field, providing guidance on promotion paths and required qualifications for advancement.
  • Produced reports on equipment status, incidences, personnel readiness and intelligence for superiors.
  • Land Navigation

Infantry Squad Leader

United States Marine Corps
09.2017 - 07.2022
  • Maintained a high level of discipline and professionalism in the squad, leading by example at all times.
  • Managed logistical requirements for the squad, ensuring appropriate equipment allocation and maintenance schedules were followed.
  • Ensured mission success with thorough planning, preparation, and execution of tactical operations.
  • Produced reports on equipment status, incidences, personnel readiness and intelligence for superiors.
  • Land Navigation

Education

No Degree - Business Administration

Central Texas College
Killeen, TX
12.2025

Automotive Technician Certification - Automotive Mechanics

Central Texas College
Killeen, TX
04.2024

High School Diploma -

Queensbury Senior High School
Queensbury, NY
06.2017

Skills

  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Maintenance and repairs
  • Hand and power tools
  • Troubleshooting
  • Land Navigation
  • Assessing risks
  • Identifying hazards
  • Safety Protocols
  • Physical Fitness

Timeline

Ford Mechanic Apprentice

Ford ServiceMax
04.2024 - Current

Infantry Squadleader

United States Army
02.2022 - 03.2024

Infantry Squad Leader

United States Marine Corps
09.2017 - 07.2022

No Degree - Business Administration

Central Texas College

Automotive Technician Certification - Automotive Mechanics

Central Texas College

High School Diploma -

Queensbury Senior High School
Travis Stiles