MICHAEL ROWBERRY

907 Greenleaf Drive

Copperas Cove, TX 76522 

Work: (254) 258-3586 cell

Home: (254) 547-0211

michaelrowberry@hotmail.com

 

 

 

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

 

• 20 years of military experience maintaining and repairing vehicles.
• 9 years of experience as an automotive technician.
• Skilled at repairing and replacing defective components in gas and diesel engines.
• Proficient in reading wiring diagrams.
• Proficient in troubleshooting and diagnosing malfunctions.
• Seasoned personnel manager and trainer with extensive military experience specializing in the Patriot missile system, And light wheel vehicle mechanic. 
• Experience in all facets of operation, tactical employment, and maintenance of missile components including computers, radios, radar, power generation, and transport equipment.
• Have secret security clearance until June 15 2007. 
• Worked with UHF and Singars radios for 9 years.
• Comsec custodian for 3 years, during OEF, OIF 1.   

 

 

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

 

Swift Transportation                                                                                                  Sept 2013 – Present

Over the Road Truck Drive

 

Class A CDL. Inspects tractor and trailer before and after trips and submits report indicating truck condition. Reads bill of lading to determine assignment and weight of load. Used 3 types of load locks to secure load on trailer during transit. Loads or unloads, or assists in loading and unloading truck. Works as member of two-person team driving tractor with sleeper bunk behind cab. Services truck with oil, fuel, and radiator fluid to maintain tractor-trailer.  Obtains customer's signature or collects payment for services. Inventories and inspects goods to be moved. Wraps goods using pads, packing paper, and containers, and secures load to trailer wall using straps.  Drives tractor-trailer combination, applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations, to transport and deliver products, livestock, or materials, usually over long distance. Maneuvers truck into loading or unloading position, following signals from loading crew as needed.  Drives truck to weigh station before and after loading, and along route to document weight and conform to Department of translation (DOT) regulations.  Maintains driver logs according to DOT regulations. Sends reports for statics of load and on time delivery times. Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment -- Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles. Documenting/Recording Information -- Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form. Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment -- Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles. Handling and moving objects using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things. Inspecting equipment, structures, or material inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects, communicating with supervisors, peers, or subordinates  providing information to performing administrative activities Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork. Processing information calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data. Performing general physical activities performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials. Getting Information, observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources. Identifying Objects, actions, and events Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards. Establishing and maintaining Interpersonal relationships developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time. Supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

 

 

Automotive Technician (Mechanic II )                                                                   Nov 2012 – July 2013

VSE Gatesville Tx.

 

Under the general direction of a lead, able to complete the diagnosis and troubleshooting of electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic faults on military equipment, make the required repairs in compliance with contract standard operating procedures and with specified time limits. Disassemble, repair and assemble military vehicles, equipment and systems. Work with and have general knowledge of shop procedures as they relate to the maintenance and refurbishment upgrade of various military equipment and systems. Document supply and maintenance repair. Primary experience consists of the Skytrac variable reach fork lift, 10K and 6K , M1076 Hemit Trailers and M1022A1 dolly set. Have troubleshot and repaired multiple electronic, hydraulic, fuel and transmission and engine faults with limited guidance. Daily hand, pneumatic and power tools are used consisting of: impact drivers, multi meter, heat guns, soldering gun, air ratchet, pry bars, tanker bar, and other general hand tools. Supervise one or more mechanic helpers to complete tasks assigned to each piece of equipment. Keep accountability of assigned equipment parts and man hours, ensuring everything is kept up to date. Consistently manage tasks with the ability to adjust priorities and objective to meet the needs of the company. Consistently able to work in a team environment to produce results.

 

Automotive Mechanic WG-10                                                                                    Aug 2011 – Nov 2012

Department of Logistics Ground Maintenance Division Fort Hood Tx.  

 

Responsible for conducting annual services on HUMMV, FMTV, and trailers.  Repairing all part to a 10-20 standards. Insuring that all vehicles that are dispatched are fully mission capable.  Examine vehicles, compile estimates of repair costs, and secure customer’s approval to perform repairs. Repair, overhaul, and adjust automobile brake systems. Use electronic test equipment to locate and correct malfunctions in fuel, ignition, and emissions control systems. Repair and replace defective suspension parts. Identify defective brake shoes, and wheel bearings. Inspect and test new vehicles for damage, then record findings so that necessary repairs can be made. Test electronic computer components in automobiles to ensure that they are working properly. Tune automobile engines to ensure proper and efficient functioning. Remove and replace defective exhaust systems. Order part to repair vehicles and track parts in order to repair in a timely manner.,  Cooling system tests, Lubrication system tests, Electrical tests, Fuel system tests, Compression/mechanical tests, Alternator tests, Battery circuit test, Instrument tests, Light tests, Transmission system tests (3L80), Transmission system tests (4L80-E), Brake system tests, Steering system tests, Engine Oil Filler Tube Replacement, Engine Oil Filter Adapter Replacement, Engine Oil Service, Oil Pan Replacement, Engine Oil Cooler Supply and Return Lines Replacement, Engine and Transmission Oil Cooler Assembly Maintenance, Crankcase Depression Regulator (CDR) Valve and Bracket Maintenance, CDR Valve Hoses Replacement. Air Cleaner Assembly, Air Cleaner Filter Element Servicing, Air Horn Replacement, Fuel Pump Replacement, Fuel Tank Maintenance, Fuel Tank Supply and Return Lines Replacement, Auxiliary Fuel Pickup and Return Lines Replacement, Fuel Tank Vent Line and Filter Replacement, Fuel Tank Filler Spout Vent Line Replacement, Filler Spout Hose Replacement, Fuel Tank Hangers Replacement, Fuel Filter Maintenance, Fuel Filter Element Maintenance, Fuel Filter Drain Hose and Valve Replacement, Fuel Injection Pump Return Hose Check Valve Maintenance

 

 

Automotive Mechanic                                                                                                     April 2010 – Aug 2010

URS Corporation, ( FLRC ) Fort Hood Tx.

 

Responsible for conducting annual services on HUMMV, FMTV, and trailers.  Repairing all part to a 10-20 standards. Insuring that all vehicles that are dispatched are fully mission capable.  Selected to be the safety officer over 8 other personal. Selected as employee of the month for May 07 over 600 others employee. Selected as Assistant Team Leader over 30 other personal. Examine vehicles, compile estimates of repair costs, and secure customer’s approval to perform repairs. Repair, overhaul, and adjust automobile brake systems. Use electronic test equipment to locate and correct malfunctions in fuel, ignition, and emissions control systems. Repair and replace defective ball joint suspensions, brake shoes, and wheel bearings. Inspect and test new vehicles for damage, then record findings so that necessary repairs can be made. Test electronic computer components in automobiles to ensure that they are working properly. Tune automobile engines to ensure proper and efficient functioning. Remove and replace defective mufflers and tailpipes. Order part to repair vehicles and track parts in order to repair in a timely manner. These are test I am able to perform,  Cooling system tests, Lubrication system tests, Electrical tests, Fuel system tests, Compression/mechanical tests, Alternator tests, Battery circuit test, Instrument tests, Light tests, Engine Oil Filter Adapter Replacement, Engine Oil Service, Oil Pan Replacement, Engine Oil Cooler Supply and Return Lines Replacement, Engine and Transmission Oil Cooler Assembly Maintenance, Crankcase Depression Regulator (CDR) Valve and Bracket Maintenance, CDR Valve Hoses Replacement. Air Cleaner Assembly and Dust Un loader Maintenance, Air Cleaner Filter Element Servicing,  Fuel Injection Pump Boot Replacement, Fuel Pump Replacement, Fuel Tank Maintenance, Fuel Tank Supply and Return Lines Replacement, Auxiliary Fuel Pickup and Return Lines Replacement, Fuel Tank Vent Line and Filter Replacement, Fuel Tank Filler Cap and Spout Maintenance, Fuel Tank Filler Spout Vent Line Replacement, Fuel Filter Maintenance.

 

 

 

Automotive Mechanic                                                                                                      Nov 2005 –April 2010

L 3 Communications Vertex Aerospace. ( FLRC ) Fort Hood Tx.

 

Responsible for conducting annual services on HUMMV, FMTV, and trailers.  Repairing all part to a 10-20 standards. Insuring that all vehicles that are dispatched are fully mission capable.  Selected to be the safety officer over 8 other personal. Selected as employee of the month for May 07 over 600 others employee. Examine vehicles, compile estimates of repair costs, and secure customer’s approval to perform repairs. Repair, overhaul, and adjust automobile brake systems. Use electronic test equipment to locate and correct malfunctions in fuel, ignition, and emissions control systems. Repair and replace defective ball joint suspensions, brake shoes, and wheel bearings. Inspect and test new vehicles for damage, then record findings so that necessary repairs can be made. Test electronic computer components in automobiles to ensure that they are working properly. Tune automobile engines to ensure proper and efficient functioning. Remove and replace defective mufflers and tailpipes. Order part to repair vehicles and track parts in order to repair in a timely manner. These are text I am able to perform, Cooling system tests, Lubrication system tests, Electrical tests, Fuel system tests, Compression/mechanical tests, Alternator tests, Battery circuit test, Instrument tests, Light tests, Engine Oil Service, Oil Pan Replacement, Engine Oil Cooler Supply and Return Lines Replacement, Engine and Transmission Oil Cooler Assembly Maintenance, Crankcase Depression Regulator (CDR) Valve, Air Cleaner Assembly, Fuel Pump Replacement, Fuel Tank Maintenance, Fuel Tank Supply and Return Lines Replacement, Auxiliary Fuel Pickup and Return Lines Replacement, Fuel Tank Vent Line and Filter Replacement, Fuel Spout Hose Replacement, Fuel Tank Hangers Replacement, Fuel Filter Element Maintenance, Fuel Injection Pump Return Hose Check Valve Maintenance, Fuel Injection Return Hoses Replacement, Glow Plug Replacement, Accelerator Pedal Replacement, Engine Idle Speed Adjustment, Hand Throttle Control Cable and Bracket Replacement, Exhaust system diagnoses and repair, and Catalytic Converter Replacement, Crossover Pipe Replacement, Exhaust Manifold Replacement, Cooling System Servicing, Radiator and Fan Shroud Assembly Maintenance, Surge Tank Replacement, Thermostat Bypass Hose Replacement, Fan Drive Hose and Quick-Disconnect Replacement, Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement, Radiator Lower Tube Assembly Replacement, Lower Radiator Hose Replacement, Water Pump Inlet Hose Replacement, Surge Tank-to-Lower Radiator Tube Hose Replacement, Surge Tank Overflow Hose Replacement, Thermostat Replacement, Water Pump Pulley Replacement, Water Pump and Adapter Plate Maintenance, Water Crossover Maintenance, Fan Drive and Fan Blade Maintenance, Fan Drive Friction Lining Replacement, Power Steering Drivebelt Set Replacement, Alternator Drivebelt Set Replacement, Drivebelts Adjustment, Serpentine Drivebelt Maintenance, Tensioner, Idler Pulleys, and Mounting Hardware Replacement. 60 Ampere Alternator Regulator Replacement, 100/200 Ampere Alternator Cable Replacement, Alternator Pulley Replacement, Alternator Mounting Brackets Replacement, Alternator/Power Steering Mounting Bracket, Replacement, Protective Control Box Maintenance,  Starter Replacement, Circuit Breaker Replacement, Instrument Cluster Replacement, Instrument Panel Replacement, Electrical Gauge Replacement, Tachometer Replacement, Tachometer Cable Connector Assembly, Speedometer/Odometer Replacement, Speedometer Cable and Core, Replacement, Instrument Cluster Light Replacement, Wait-to-Start Lamp Replacement, Brake Warning Lamp Replacement  High Beam Lamp Replacement, Parking Brake Switch Replacement, Horn Switch Replacement, Horn Control Brush Replacement, Horn Replacement, Horn Mounting Bracket Replacement, Engine Temperature Sending Unit Replacement, Oil Pressure Sending Unit Replacement, Fuel Pressure Transducer Replacement, Cold Advance Switch Replacement, Fuel Level Sending Unit Replacement, Glow Plug Controller/Temperature Sensor Replacement, Fan Temperature Switch Replacement, Time Delay Module Replacement, RPM Sensor Replacement, Engine RPM Sensor Replacement, Backup Light Switch Replacement, Transfer Case Indicator Switch Replacement, Transfer Case Indicator Lamp, Cable Assembly Replacement, Transfer Case Indicator Lamp Assembly Replacement, Transmission Indicator Lamp Assembly Replacement (4L80-E), Transmission Circuit Breakers and Jumper Leads Replacement (4L80-E), Transmission Relay Replacement (4L80-E), Transmission Control Module (TCM) Replacement (4L80-E), E-PROM Replacement, Kick-Down Switch Maintenance (3L80), Fan Cut-Off Switch Replacement (4L80-E), Throttle Position (TP) Sensor Maintenance (4L80-E), Transmission Input Speed Sensor (TISS) and Output Speed Sensor (TOSS) Maintenance (4L80-E), Service Headlight Lamp Maintenance, Service Headlight Assembly Replacement, Blackout Drive Light Assembly Replacement, Blackout Drive Light Lamp Replacement, Front Composite Light Assembly Replacement, Front Composite Light Lamp Replacement, Side Marker Light Lens and Lamp Replacement, Side Marker Light Assembly Replacement, Rear Composite Light Assembly Replacement,  Rear Composite Light Lamp Replacement, Headlight Beam Selector Switch and Bracket Replacement, Main Light Switch Replacement, Stoplight Switch Maintenance, Directional Signal Flasher Replacement, Directional Signal Control Indicator Lamp Replacement, Directional Signal Control Maintenance, Directional Signal Control Cancelling Ring Replacement,  Service Headlight and Blackout Drive Light, Electrical Connector and Grommet Replacement, Backup Light Lamp Replacement, Backup Light Assembly Replacement, Backup Light Bracket Replacement, Battery Cable Terminal Clamp Replacement, Battery Cable Maintenance, Buss Bar Replacement, Starter Power Cables Replacement, Battery Hold down Replacement, Battery Replacement and Servicing, Battery Tray Maintenance, Slave Receptacle and Cable Maintenance, Winch Power Cable Replacement, Shunt Replacement, Hood Wiring Harness Replacement, Wiring Harness Connector Repair, Control Box Light Switch Replacement, Control Box Electrical Plug and Receptacle

Replacement, Control Box Relay Replacement, Condenser Fan/Pressure Switch Wiring, Harness Replacement, Compressor/Heater Fuel Pump Wiring Harness Replacement, Transmission Oil Cooler Lines Replacement, Transmission Oil Dipstick Tube Replacement, Shift Controls Housing Assembly Replacement, Transmission Shift Rod Maintenance, Modulator Assembly Replacement (3L80), Modulator Link Replacement (3L80), Transmission Vent Line Replacement, Speedometer Driven Gear Maintenance, Transfer Case Vent Line Replacement, Transfer Case Oil Seals Replacement, Front Propeller Shaft Assembly Maintenance, Front Propeller Shaft Assembly Repair, Rear Propeller Shaft Maintenance, Rear Propeller Shaft Maintenance, Rear Propeller Shaft Repair Universal Joint Repair, Halfhaft Maintenance, Geared Hub Side Cover Replacement, Geared Hub Replacement, Geared Hub Input Seal Replacement, Geared Hub Spindle Seal Replacement, Geared Hub Spindle Bearing Adjustment, Wheel Stud Replacement, Differential Vent Line Replacement, Rear Geared Hub Vent Line Replacement, Front Geared Hub Vent Line Replacement, Steering Stop Maintenance, Air Lifting Bracket Replacement, Differential Cover Maintenance, Differential Remove and Replace. Stabilizer Bar Replacement, Stabilizer Bar Link Replacement, Radius Rod Replacement,

Upper Ball Joint Replacement, Lower Ball Joint Replacement, Upper Control Arm Replacement, Lower Control Arm Replacement, Coil Spring Replacement, Shock Absorber Replacement, Parking Brake Adjustment, Parking Brake Caliper and Rotor Maintenance, Parking Brake Lever Replacement, Parking Brake Cable Replacement, Parking Brake Rod Replacement. Service Brake System Bleeding Instructions, Service Brake Pad Maintenance, Service Brake Caliper Maintenance, Master Cylinder Maintenance, Hydro-Boost Replacement, Brake Lines Replacement, Service Brake Pedal Replacement,

Service Brake Pedal Replacement, Proportioning Valve Replacement, Service Brake Rotor Replacement, Rear Dual Service/Parking Brake Pad Maintenance, Rear Dual Service/Parking Brake Caliper Maintenance, Parking Brake Cable Replacement, Rear Dual Service/Parking Brake Rod

Replacement and Adjustment, Wheel Replacement, Tire, Wheel, and Run flat Maintenance, Bias Tire, Wheel, and Rubber Run flat Maintenance, Radial Tire, Wheel, and Rubber Run flat Maintenance, Run flat Compressor  Belt Replacement, Inner Rim Stud Maintenance, Front Wheel Toe-in Alignment, Rear Wheel Toe-out Alignment. Steering Wheel Replacement, Pitman Arm Replacement, Center Link Replacement, Tie Rod Maintenance, Tie Rod End Replacement, Idler Arm Maintenance, Steering Column Replacement, Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement, Steering Gear Replacement, Steering Shaft U-Joint Replacement, Intermediate Steering Shaft Close-off and Retainer Replacement, Power Steering Pump, Pulley, and Bracket Maintenance (6.2L), Power Steering Pump and Pulley Replacement (6.5L), Power Steering Pump Repair, Power Steering Hydraulic System Pressure and Return Hose Replacement, Power Steering System Hydraulic Control Valve Maintenance, Power Steering Cooler Hose Replacement, Power Steering Cooler Replacement Power Steering System Bleeding, Power Steering Relief Valve Cartridge Maintenance. Front Bumper and Towing Brackets Replacement, Front Bumper and Towing Brackets Replacement Tie down Ring Replacement, Radiator Front Mount Bracket Replacement, Rear Bumper Brace Replacement, Rear Cross member Brace Replacement, Rear Bumper Replacement, Rear Bumper Inner Mounting Bracket Replacement, Towing Pintle Replacement Towing Pintle Maintenance, Lifting Shackle Replacement, Receptacle Mounting Bracket Replacement, Transmission Mount Cross member Replacement, Rear Cross member, Windshield Glass and Weather strip Replacement, Windshield Ballistic Glass Replacement, Windshield Assembly Maintenance, Windshield Retention Bracket Replacement, Companion Seat and Seat Back Cushions Replacement, Driver's Seat Assembly Replacement, Driver's Seat Assembly Maintenance, Battery Box Cover Catch Replacement, Companion Seat Assembly and Battery Box, Cover Replacement, Companion Seat Assembly Maintenance, Passenger Seat and Storage Compartment

Cover Replacement, Passenger Seat and Storage Compartment Latch Replacement, Passenger Seat Back Replacement, Passenger Seat and Seat Back Cushions Replacement, Mud Flap Installation, Body Hinge Mount Replacement, Airlift Bracket to Hood Seal Replacement, Body Repair, “B” Pillar Replacement, Rear Bow Pivot Bracket Replacement, Soft Top Door Hinge Replacement, Soft Top Door Adjustment, Soft Top Door Handle Repair, Soft Top Door Striker Replacement, “C” Pillar Reinforcement Brackets Installation, Rear Door Maintenance, Rear Door Hinge Replacement, Rear Door Handles Replacement, Rear Door Latch Assembly and Guide Replacement, Rear Door Seal Protector Replacement, Rear Door Seals Replacement, Rear Door Latch Rod Striker Guides and Brackets Maintenance, Rear Door Holder Assembly Replacement, Rear Steps Hinge Replacement, Rear Steps Striker and Bracket Maintenance, Rear Steps Latch Assembly Replacement, Rear Steps Retaining Cable Maintenance, Rear Steps Retractor Replacement, Rear Steps Maintenance, Upper Litter Rack Striker Replacement, Upper Litter Rack Replacement,. Left Cylinder Head Repair, Right Cylinder Head Replacement, Crankshaft Pulley Replacement, Torsional Damper Replacement, Rocker Arm Shafts and Pushrods Replacement, Hydraulic Valve Lifter Replacement, Timing Chain Cover, Timing Chain, and Drive Sprockets Maintenance, Left Rocker Arm Cover Maintenance, Right Rocker Arm Cover Maintenance, Front Cover Oil Seal Replacement, Oil Pump Drive Replacement, Rear Main Oil Seal Replacement, Oil Pump Maintenance, Intake Manifold Maintenance, Injection Pump Timing, Engine Removal (6.2 L and 6.5 L [Detuned]), Engine Installation (6.2 L and 6.5 L [Detuned]), Engine Removal (6.5 L), Engine Installation (6.5 L), Engine Preparation (6.2 L and 6.5 L), Fuel Injection Nozzle Replacement, Fuel Injection Lines Maintenance, Servo Advance Seal Replacement, Fuel Injection Pump Maintenance, Accelerator Cable Mounting Bracket

Maintenance, Radiator and Oil Cooler Maintenance, Engine Wiring Harness Replacement, Body Wiring Harness Replacement, Governor Maintenance (3L80) Transmission replacement, Transmission/transfer case assembly removal and installation (3L80 and 4L80-E), Transfer Case Replacement, Transfer Case Guide Cable Replacement, Differential Output Shaft Seal Replacement, Pinion Seal Replacement, Differential Replacement, Geared Hub Repair, Control Arm Bushing Replacement, Rear Differential and Parking Brake Mounting Bracket Replacement, Power Steering Pump and Steering Gear Leak Test, Rear Upper Control Arm Bracket Replacement, Rear-Rear Tie down Bracket Replacement, Transmission Cross member Support Bracket Replacement, Rear-Front Tie down Bracket Replacement, Differential Support Bracket and Side Mounting Bracket Replacement Front Suspension Front Cross member Replacement, Front Suspension Rear Replacement, Rear Suspension Front Cross member Replacement, Rear Suspension Rear Cross member Replacement, Suspension Cross member Mount Replacement, Rivet Replacement, Aluminum Repair, Fiberglass Repair, Floor Panel Repair, Left Front Floor Panel Repair, Left Rear Floor Panel Repair, Right Front Floor Panel Repair, Right Rear Floor Panel Repair. The following are the LMTV’s that I have worked on and driven M1078, M1078A1, M1079, and M1080. These are the MTV’s that I have worked on and driven, M1083, M1085, M1088, M1089. Electrical System Troubleshooting, Transmission system troubleshooting, Propeller shaft Troubleshooting, Brake system troubleshooting, Air system troubleshooting, Wheel troubleshooting. Axle troubleshooting, Steering troubleshooting, Suspension system troubleshooting, Valve cover and gasket replacement, Engine oil filter replacement, Crankcase breather replacement, Engine and Transmission oil sampling valves replacement, Engine oil fill tube replacement, Intake air cleaner filter element replacement, Air cleaner assembly and particle extraction tube replacement, Fuel pressure regulating valve replacement, Turbocharger to charge air cooler tube and hoses replacement, Air cooler to air inlet elbow tubes and hoses replacement, Fuel tank and brackets replacement, Fuel hoses replacement, Fuel filter tubes replacement, Fuel system bleeding, Fuel/ water separator and filter replacement, Fuel filter and filter base replacement, Ether starting aid replacement, Throttle position sensor cable assembly replacement, Hand throttle lever replacement / adjustment, Throttle control cable replacement / adjustment, Throttle control threaded rob replacement, Throttle control lever replacement, Accelerator pedal replacement, Muffler and exhaust heat shields replacement, Exhaust pipe replacement, Tailpipe replacement, Radiator/charge air cooler replacement, Radiator overflow tank and bracket replacement/ repair, Radiator fan shrouds replacement, Thermostat / thermostat housing replacement, Coolant bypass tube replacement, personnel heater hoses replacement, upper coolant tube and hoses replacement, Lower coolant hose replacement, Air compressor inlet and outlet coolant tubes replacement, Water pump and fittings replacement, Drive belt and tension pulley replacement, Engine fan and fan clutch assembly replacement, Air pressure transmitter replacement, Coolant temperature gage sensor replacement, Oil pressure switch replacement, Oil pressure transducer replacement, Water temperature switch replacement, Horn and bracket replacement, Battery tester replacement, Battery/ battery cables replacement,  Battery box replacement, Disconnecting/ connecting batteries. Cab clearance marker light cable assembly replacement, Windshield washer pump electromagnetic interference cable replacement, Windshield wiper ECU replacement, Nato power cable replacement, Alternator ground strap replacement, WTEC II transmission ECU pushbutton shift selector and bracket replacement, WTEC III transmission pushbutton shift selector and bracket replacement and calibration, WTEC II and WTEC III code reading and code clearing procedures, WTEC II vehicle interface module replacement and repair, WTEC III transmission ECU replacement, WTEC III transmission controls initial installation, Transmission oil filter replacement, Transmission oil cooler and hoses replacement, Transmission oil cooler hose bracket replacement, Drive shaft and universal joint replacement, Drive shaft hinging inspection, Wheel bearing/ central tire inflation system seal  replacement, Differential spider assembly replacement, intermediate and rear axle shaft replacement, Rear axle bogie service, Spindle replacement, Brake shoes replacement/ adjustment, Rear brake shoe replacement/ adjustment, Front and rear brake plunger assembly replacement / repair, Rear spring brake caging, Front and rear brake air chamber replacement, Foot control valve and brake foot pedal replacement, Load sensing valve and control cable replacement / adjustment, Load averaging channel replacement, Inversion valve replacement, Relay valve replacement, Booster valve replacement, Two-way check valve replacement, Front axle quick release valve replacement, Air brake protecting valve replacement, Park control two-way check valve replacement, System park and trailer air supply valves replacement, Brake air hoses replacement, secondary and primary air tanks replacement, Frond and rear gladhand replacement, Service gladhand two-way check valve replacement, Emergency gladhand two-way check valve replacement, Stoplight switch replacement, Front gladhand one-way check valve replacement, Pressure protection valve replacement, Low pressure transmitter two-way check valve replacement, Air compressor governor adjustment, M1088 trailer service brake valve replacement, M1088 gladhand selector valve replacement, M1088 trailer stoplight switch replacement, wheel repair, Wheel stud replacement, CTIS hose assemblies, manifold valve kneeling valve and bracket replacement CTIS ECU replacement, Manifold valve assembly, Front axle CTIS quick release valve replacement, Intermediate and rear axle CTIS quick release valve and bracket replacement, Steering wheel replacement, Drag link replacement / repair. Tie-rod replacement, Alignment/adjustment, Steering column replacement, Power steering hoses and tube replacement, Power steering pump reservoir and bracket replacement, Power steering pump reservoir filter replacement, Front bumper replacement, Taillight carrier replacement, Resilient mount and mechanical stop replacement, Front and rear shock absorber replacement, Rear stabilizer bar replacement/ repair, Power distribution panel cover and latch replacement / adjustment, kick panel replacement, Cab leveling valve and linkage replacement / adjustment, Air spring and bracket replacement, Fender and splash guard replacement, Cab step replacement, Cab floor covering and door seal replacement, Cab panel liners replacement, Seats replacement/repair, Seat belt replacement, Tool box replacement/repair, Cab storage box replacement/repair, Panel stowage door assembly repair, Boarding handles replacement, Primary and CTIS air hoses replacement, Air transportability air hoses replacement, Inversion valve replacement, Shuttle valve replacement, Air dryer replacement/repair, Wet tank replacement, Pressure switch replacement

 

 

 

Texas Nation Guard                                                                                                                            June 2005 – May 2007

Light Wheel Vehicle Mechanic Temple Tx.

 

Conducted 20 level maintenance on light wheel vehicles. . Examine vehicles, compile estimates of repair costs, and secure customers' approval to perform repairs. Repair, overhaul, and adjust automobile brake systems. Use electronic test equipment to locate and correct malfunctions in fuel, ignition, and emissions control systems. Repair and replace defective ball joint suspensions, brake shoes, and wheel bearings. Inspect and test new vehicles for damage, then record findings so that necessary repairs can be made. Test electronic computer components in automobiles to ensure that they are working properly. Tune automobile engines to ensure proper and efficient functioning. Remove and replace defective mufflers and tailpipes. Was the master driver for the company.

   

Automotive Technician

Dirt Cheap Mufflers, Brakes and Tires Killeen Tx.                                                  June 2005 – Nov 2005

 

Repairing brake systems on all range and makes of vehicles, repairing and customizing exhaust systems. Ordering parts and writing repair orders.

 

 

 

Senior Engagement Controller                                                                                      May 2002 - June 2005 

U.S. Army, Fort Bliss, TX

Responsible for training 6 personnel on transport, emplacement and operation of Patriot missile equipment. Training personal on tactical operation for the Patriot missile system.  Maintained and repaired two 150 KW generators, and the Patriot radar system, along with reading wiring diagrams. Look up parts and order them using the ULLS –G program and ETM’s. Maintained and repaired two Hemet  10-ton vehicles, and along with several other 5 ton vehicles.

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Patriot System Maintainer                                                                                             March 2000 - April 2002

U.S. Army, Hanau, Germany

 

Supervised and trained operators on system maintenance and tactics, and procedures to emplace and recover missile equipment. Utilized online diagnostic test equipment, electrical diagrams, and testing and reading of wiring diagrams to repair and replace defective parts. Look up parts and order them using the ULLS –G program and ETM’s. Met with personnel on a monthly basic to review job performance, and recommended further training, awards and advancement

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Radar Section Supervisor                                                                                               June 1997 - March 2000

U.S. Army, Fort Bliss, TX

 

Responsible for training 6 personnel on transport, emplacement and operation of Patriot missile equipment. Maintained and repaired two 150 KW generators, and the Patriot radar system, along with reading wiring diagrams.  Maintained two 10-ton vehicles. Selected as 52D Generator Mechanic during a South West Asia deployment with an operation readiness of 99 % for 12 generators ranging from 15kw to 150kw.

 

Vehicle Maintainer                                                                                                                Oct 1993 - Nov 1996

U.S. Army, Fort Wainwright, AK

 

Conducted preventive maintenance checks and services and repair of 5 small unit support vehicles. Responsible for training up to 30 personnel on preventive maintenance checks and services. Conducted drivers training for over 30 personnel. Received an award for maintenance of 5 small unit support vehicles in –50 below degree weather.  Selected as the best maintained vehicle in the company out of 20 vehicles.

 

AWARDS

 

• Expeditionary Medal, 2002

 

• Global War on Terrorism, 2002

 

• Army Achievement Medal, (4) 1996, 1997, 2000 and 2003

 

• Army Commendation Medal 2002

 

• Employee of the Month for May 2007 for L3 Communications

 

• Certificate of Appreciation from 120^th Infantry Brigade February 2008

 

• Certificate of Achievement from the 404^th Army Field Support Brigade 2012

 

 

 

 

EDUCATION

 

• 115-quarter hours, Automotive Technology, Spokane Community College, Spokane WA. 1992

 

• Certificate, Patriot Operator/ Maintainer Course, 6 months, U.S. Army, Fort Bliss, TX, 1997

 

• Certificate, Advanced First Aid Course, 80 hours, U.S. Army, Fort Wainwright, AK, 1994

 

• ASE Certification, Engine Diagnostics, Spokane, WA, 1993

 

• Certificate, Primary Leadership Development Course, 4 weeks, Camp Williams UT, 1991