KENARD JENKINS

**** ********* ****** • Pineville, SC 29468

acdoe4@r.postjobfree.com • : Home 843-***-****

Logistics / Maintenance Profile

Multifaceted proficiencies in heavy equipment, procurement, and technical support.

Solid logistics, shipping, receiving, and distribution experience with maintenance and repair background.

Talent for anticipating and fulfilling technical and administrative needs. Proven self-starter exhibiting

strong ability to work without direct supervision. Superior leadership collaborating with teams to achieve

quality standards. Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and business communication skills.

Hands-on Technical Skills / Innovative Troubleshooting / Installation & Repairs

Safety & Compliance / RFQs, Documentation & Records / Inventory Controls

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

REYES HOLDING FLEET MANAGEMENT. – HANAHAN, SC 2012-

PRESENT

FLEET SUPERVISOR

Diagnoses malfunctions and performs vehicle repairs (e.g. adjust/test steering, electrical, cooling,

lubricating, braking systems, A/C systems, drive trains, suspensions, power steering units, clutches,

transmissions and oil, temperature, gas regulating components, adjust/test/rebuild engines etc.) and

related assigned duties within qualification level, in accordance with all relevant Federal,

State/Provincial and local guidelines and requirements. Test-drives vehicles to ensure repair resolved

the problem. Troubleshoot and repair of MHE equipment( forklifts, electric pallet jacks and JLG lifts).

Perform any repairs, rework, functional checks and the incorporation of authorized changes.

• Arranges for and obtains appropriate inspections and approval of all major repairs before

vehicle is released from maintenance facility.

• Supervised crew to maintain a safe, clean, productive and efficient work area including

ensuring work area is in compliance with all relevant Federal, State/Provincial and local

guidelines and requirements.

• Identifies and reports any additional maintenance and/or repairs found necessary in conducting

assigned repairs and maintenance including repairs and maintenance required to be performed

to my crew.

• Records time spent, parts used and repairs and/or maintenance conducted in EAM data base.

• Advises Maintenance Manager of unsafe maintenance conditions or practices and/or vehicle

abuse.

• Set assignments for the performance of road calls and on the road repairs as assigned.

SRC: SCIENTIFIC RESEACH CORP. HANAHAN, SC 2011-2012

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ELECTRONIC TECH.II

Responsible for performing duties as a system integration team lead. Provide input on the design of

integration solutions and performing system installation/integration, testing and checkout of systems.

Responsible for performing technical and engineering functions required to integrate communications

systems into vehicles. Assist with development of Engineering Change Proposals, Engineering Change

Notices, technical documentation and analysis of equipment alternatives.

• Experience with tactical and mobile communication system design, integration, testing and

deployment.

• Experience with electrical power and heat generation/ distribution technology to include fixed,

mobile and portable integration platforms.

FORCE PROTECTION, INC. - Ladson, SC 2006 – 2011

Field Service Representative, 2008-2011

Manage operations for maintenance, repair, and logistical support of blast- and ballistic-protected

armored vehicles and other survivability products. Coordinate diverse workflow logistics, including

scheduling and routine preventive maintenance on all equipment. Maintain accurate records regarding

technical services. Repair, troubleshoot, and upgrade existing systems. Devise innovative solutions to

optimize installation efforts. Knowledgeable and skilled in safe use and maintenance of hand tools,

power tools, mechanical equipment, and measuring devices.

Reputation for fast and efficient diagnostics and troubleshooting.

Serve as subject matter expert on a wide range of mechanical and systems issues.

Proven ability to initiate appropriate procedures for procurement, overhaul, modification, and

repair of assigned systems.

Logistics Specialist, 2007 - 2008

Oversaw critical time and distribution management logistics for contracted inventory and after-market

spares. Served as liaison with foreign contacts, coordinating operations in areas of inbound and

outbound shipment, receipt, and control. Focused on productivity, quality, safety, security, and cost

savings. Managed precision inventory control systems, ensuring product integrity. Developed RFQs,

tracked orders, and identified client complaints, providing effective intervention to defuse potentially

negative impacts. Maintained positive business relationships with all principals.

Excellent use of MAS 500 database application.

Developed daily and weekly spreadsheet for use by senior management to assess contracts

and aid in forecasting.

Maintenance Technician, 2006 - 2007

Skilled inspection, testing, and troubleshooting on variety of vehicles ensuring compliance with terms of

agreement outlined by Defense Contract Management Agency. Inspected all units, locating, and

repairing. malfunctions. Install cables and wire bundles when similar in complexity and incidental but

necessary to the expeditious accomplishment of work assignment. Cleaned, adjusted, tested, and

performed preventive maintenance, keeping operating records and logging reports. Utilized detailed

knowledge of operating characteristics of machinery, equipment, and systems, functional relationships,

and applicable installation and repair procedures, methods, and trade practices. Held responsibility for

quality and production output. Worked extensively on armored fighting vehicle designed to be resistant to

anti-vehicle mines and improvised munitions; Cougars, Mastiffs and Mine Resistant Ambush Protected

transport.

Expertise in ABS/ATC vehicle brake system, electronics, and transmission systems.

DYNCORP INTERNATIONAL, LLC – Goose Creek, SC 2003 – 2006

Supply Technician / Heavy Wheel Mechanic

In addition to repairs, rebuilds and overhauls on major assemblies, internal combustion automobiles, truck, and

track vehicles, accountable for ordering, receiving, and delivery of parts and materials. In charge of problem

resolution for loss and damage. Researched catalogs to locate specialized parts or hard to find components.

Performed physical inventory according to tight policy controlling shortages and defects.

Applied in-depth knowledge of Federal, State, and local regulations concerning hazardous

materials.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

U.S. ARMY – Various Locations

Automated Logistics Specialist, 2 years

Assigned to broad range of essential logistics; receiving, inspection, inventory, storage, and distribution.

Managed automated supply system to account for supplies and equipment. Ensured safe and secure placement of

weapons and ammunition. Wrote reports on labor, available storage space, relocation of material, warehouse

refusals, and stock requirements. Recorded documents, file paperwork, and managed confidential databases.

Implemented specific action to minimize and contain spoilage, neutralize flavor contamination,

and correct unacceptable warehouse practices.

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Additional experience as End Welder & Machine Operator (2000 - 2003) with AMS Tube Corporation, Mt.

Pleasant, SC; Metal Stud Mechanic (1998 - 2000) for Copeland Constructions, Summerville, SC; and

Electrician’s Helper (1996 - 1998), Flour Daniels, Greenville, SC.

EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS

Basic Electric– Bonneau Vocational, Bonneau, SC

Automated Logistics – U.S. Army School of Quartermaster, Fort Lee, VA

Basic Computer Programming– Miller Motte Technical College, Charleston, SC

Applications:

Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel

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U.S. Navy NALCOMIS, FED LOG HAY STACK, Property Management DPAS

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ULLS-G, SARS, SAMS, EAM and MAS500

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Certifications:

Basic computer programming

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MRAP University Certificate

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MVAC Technician Certification

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