WILLIAM BOURGEOIS

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Omaha, NE 68164 giaybu@r.postjobfree.com

QUALIFICATIONS

Highly skilled Advanced Diesel Mechanic supervisor with over 14 years of progressively responsible experience, promotions, and achievements in the United States Navy. Recognized as a technical and subject matter expert in the areas of heavy and light construction equipment inspection, maintenance, and repair. Exceptional leadership skills with ability to troubleshoot, problem solve, and achieve positive results while consistently ensuring organizational success. Leads by example with inspiring work ethic and strengths in training and mentoring technical personnel. High quality of work sets the benchmark for excellence in all endeavors.

“I have had the pleasure of working with William Bourgeois over the last 14 years. He has been instrumental in maintaining and repairing various types of equipment on numerous deployments throughout the world… He also supervised a crew of 4 junior mechanics while maintaining flawless records on all the equipment… He has worked on so many different types of equipment and has an outstanding record and reputation as one of the Seabee’s “Super Star” Mechanics.” (EQCM Nathan Kimball - NMCB 133 ALFA Company Chief)

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Diesel Technology Repair Troubleshooting

Heavy Equipment Maintenance Diagnostics

Staff Supervision Assembly Problem Resolution

Training Replacement Shop Management

(Select Equipment Knowledge)

Diesel Engines Generators Forklifts Motor Graders Bulldozers Cranes Excavators Dump Trucks

Tractor Trailers Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement Wrecker Rollers Asphalt Pavers

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

UNITED STATES NAVY 1998 – 2012

Diesel Maintenance Supervisor Fort Worth, TX 2011 – 2012

(Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 22)

Evaluated the effectiveness of the Material, Maintenance, and Management Assist (3MA) program while providing diesel engine maintenance and repair subject matter expertise. Designed, prepared, and delivered coursework and lesson plans regarding the repair and maintenance of heavy construction equipment, light service vehicles, and highly technological and specialized military combat equipment as an Active Duty Advisor (ADA) to the reserve battalion.

Trained over 125 personnel in diesel repair and preventive maintenance as one of only 8,000 naval diesel maintenance experts worldwide.

Successfully developed and delivered six key training courses, including Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement (MTVR) wrecker and 10K Rough Terrain Forklift repair and maintenance programs, providing up to seven day in-class and hands-on field components.

Equipment Mechanic Gulfport, MS 2008 – 2011

(Mobile Naval Construction Battalion 11)

Managed up to 10 technical and administrative professionals comprising crane mechanics and inspectors, HAZMAT specialists, material logistics staff, and repair and maintenance personnel. Maintained over 400 pieces of heavy and light construction equipment worth over $7,000,000 in addition to managing parts inventory and vehicle recoveries. Trained and qualified crane inspectors and diesel mechanics while overseeing hazardous waste disposal.

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Equipment Mechanic continued

Attained 97% parts availability in support of 407 pieces of heavy and light construction equipment while training and qualifying 7 crane inspectors. Additionally, disposed of 5,000 gallons of hazardous waste without any discrepancies or incidents.

Repaired up to 30 pieces of construction equipment monthly over a 12 month period while reviewing and mentoring staff in proper repair, maintenance, and extraction procedures during military exercises.

Work Center Supervisor Gulfport, MS 2005 – 2008

(20th Seabee Readiness Group, 20th SRG)

Supervised 30 personnel and oversaw both a light vehicle repair and maintenance shop supporting Humvees, trucks, Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement (MTVR) wreckers, and other vehicles as well as a heavy construction equipment shop focused on larger apparatus, including bulldozers, cranes, and dump trucks. Coordinated, scheduled, and balanced daily workload to assure equipment availability while achieving an Advanced Diesel Mechanic designation, developing course materials, and training junior mechanics.

Provided over $1,500,000 worth of maintenance and repair services on a $400,000 budget while conducting 1,500 preventive maintenance checks and 500 repairs in support of 378 pieces of construction equipment worth over $18,000,000.

Volunteered over 100 off-duty hours to prepare course materials to train and qualify 30 mechanics as highly technological Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement (MTVR) repair and maintenance specialists.

Successfully completed 100 field repairs under adverse conditions without any discrepancies in addition to 260 repairs, 940 preventive maintenance checks, and activated over 800 pieces of equipment in support of Hurricane Katrina disaster recovery efforts.

Crane Mechanic Corpus Christy, TX 2004 – 2005

(Helicopter Mine Counter Measures Squadron Fifteen, HM-15)

Functioned as a crane examiner, inspector, mechanic, and rigger as well as performance examiner and instructor. Assumed the positions of Lead Floor Mechanic and Load Test Director overseeing maintenance, inspection, and dispatch of heavy construction equipment while acquiring subject matter expertise in material and weight handling equipment. Built team morale in both official and volunteer roles.

Successfully maintained, inspected, and repaired 55 pieces of construction equipment in addition to performing over 130 incident-free crane lifts.

Maintained an exceptional level of readiness during Operation Iraqi Freedom through extensive construction equipment knowledge, adaptability, and expertise.

Positions prior to 2003 included crane and service vehicle mechanic.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

(Select Courses)

Tactical Vehicle Replacement Maintenance Crane Safety, Rigging, and Attachments

Work Center Supervisor Leadership Air Mobility Command Equipment

Advanced Construction Mechanic Operational Risk Management

Mechanical Crane Inspection Transportation of HAZMAT

Mobile Crane Mechanic Load Test Director

HONORS AND AWARDS

Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals

Good Conduct Medals Sea Service Ribbons Armed Forces Service Medal

Humanitarian Service Medal National Defense Service Medal

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