Training Engineer

Thomas Rios *** Bailey Ave, San Antonio, Texas ***10

***********@*****.*** Cellular : 951-***-****

Summary

Results-oriented construction professional with over 20 years of experience in military

and civilian sector with a comprehensive knowledge in construction equipment and material

handling equipment (CE/MHE) operations instruction/safety training, utilizing an Applied

System Approach to Training (ASAT) in operations, estimations, record keeping and

maintenance. I possess the demonstrated ability to look at obstacles not as problems but as

opportunities to apply critical thinking and problem solving skills. I have also attained superior

communication, research, and analytical, decision-making skills. In doing so, I am able to assess

the impact and ramifications on recommendations. I am confident in my capabilities to works

well independently or as a team player.

Areas of Expertise

Equipment operations

Time and crisis management

Team: Building and Leadership

Training: Ability to instruct and educate personnel on various projects and programs

Experience

United Solutions & Services 2010-Present

SME / Senior Instructor

I was charged with the logistical transfer, fielding, and training of personnel for a new 50

ton crane. I was subject as site manager for setup operations, to include but not limited to; office

building, training class room, housing accommodations, electricity, fuel, communications,

training sites and materials, procurement of safety and equipment (to include port-o-johns, safety

zoning, providing sanitary drinking water, transportation and bunkers), planning and scheduling

of classes, and being responsible for oversight on crane operations and maintenance procedures

prior to issuance of equipment into military operations. I also was charged with the responsibility

as the senior instructor for heavy equipment and crane operator training established and

approved by the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operations, TACOM and

military engineer schools in Ft. Leonard Wood.

Conley & Associates Inc., Iraq 2009 – 2010

SME / Senior Instructor

I was responsible for the logistical transfers of CE/MHE from Iraq to Afghanistan via

Kuwait. I also conducted maintenance induction to include the movement of equipment from

surrounding areas throughout Afghanistan for the refurbishment and reset programs. I was also

responsible for the transition of equipment property listing to be contingent with relation to

operations.

New Equipment Instructor for armored CE/MHE. Utilizing an Applied System Approach to

Training, course management, I facilitated training for add on armor (AoA), CE/MHE systems. I

was responsible for development of course outlines, training aids, evaluation management,

phasing and scheduling of formal on-the-job-training (OJT), establishing course attendance

prerequisites, course announcements, and coordination for training areas. Coordinate and assure

with EN BDE/BN/CO that CE/MHE AoA, New Equipment Training requirements are met in

OIF OEF. Trained soldiers on the following armored systems Terex 50ton crane, Grove 22.5ton

crane, D-7G Dozer, 130G Grader, MW24C Loader, HYEX Hydraulic Excavator, 621B Scraper,

ATLAS 10K Forklift, 815F High Speed Compactor and C563D Vibratory Roller.

Instructional- Conducted technical training of military personnel on operational and

mechanical maintenance, incorporated media for lesson plans to coincide with existing

technical manuals and data.

Logistical- Established and maintained training locations deeds and permits required

including life support operations and communication.

Mechanical- Aided and assisted with Field Service Representatives (FSR’s) on

installation repair and training of newly fielded equipment.

Kellogg, Brown and Root, Afghanistan/Iraq 2004 - 2009

RTCH Operator

Served as an operator for various material handling equipment (MHE). Licensed on, 4k -

30k forklifts, and 45 ton rough terrain container handlers (RTCH). Controlled and supervised the

dispatching of MHE assets to include logistical coordination of assets throughout site operations.

Site lead for night operations. Responsibilities included equipment operator testing, evaluation,

and credential verification to ensure full compliance with regulatory and internal standards. I

aided site management and sub-contractor management with MHE for best practices for new

construction projects and site set-ups in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Other

responsibilities include:

Staff Development- Conducted technical training and management programs for diversity

and other corporate-constructed programs.

Program Development- I was responsible for creating lesson plans and courses for

compliance with corporate and local regulations.

Relationship Management- Maintained excellent relations with client representatives.

Total Warehousing, Phoenix AZ 2004

Warehouse Foreman

Managed and maintained 4K and 6K forklift operations for the loading and unloading of

inbound and outbound convoys for distribution of materials and sustenance commodities

throughout the southwest region

Supervised six personnel team on logistical controlling of inbound/outbound and

transportation of materials, record keeping and documentation of materials.

Performed personnel rosters/accountability and time sheets.

DBA Construction, Phoenix AZ 2003

Equipment Operator

Performed duties as an operator for various pieces of earth moving equipment to include

but not limited to D7 and D9 dozers, Front end loaders, Backhoes, Excavators and Dump

Trucks.

I aided in the construction of multiple projects to include partial reconstruction of driving

lanes upon Interstate 10 in support of Arizona Department of Transportation

United States Marine Corps (E5), Worldwide 1991 to 2003

Supervisor/Operations Chief/Chief Instructor

Conducted training as Chief instructor for supervisor level training for Non-

Commissioned Officers, which includes the incorporation of training manuals and techniques for

compliance with Marine Corps regulations. I was responsible for the regulated performance of

instruction, instructors and the criteria of training procedures and manuals to include course

curriculum and standards of instruction. I ensured the performance levels and supervised the

policies and procedures of over ten instructors and over 1000 students semi-annually.

Conducted operations and ensured life support and maintenance procedures of over 200

individual pieces of Construction Equipment / Material Handling Equipment (CE/MHE).

D7G Dozer 4K Forklift

1150 Dozer 6K Forklift

1155 Dozer 10K Forklift

621B Scraper / Earthmover 30K Forklift

130G Road Grader 7.5 ton Hydraulic Crane

644E 2.5 c/y Loader 15 ton Hydraulic Crane

230L Tracked Excavator 25 ton Hydraulic Crane

1085C Rubber tired Excavator RTCH 25t Rough Terrain Container Handler

SEE Backhoe RTCH 45t Rough Terrain Container Handler

CS 563D Vibratory Roller

815F High speed Compactor

This is to include SL-3 components and attachments. Repair Parts Special Tools List (RPSTL).

Directly responsible for over 150+ personnel at any given time in conjunction with;

Licensed/Trainer for Heavy Equipment operators.

Trained 1000+ personnel as Leadership instructor. (Trained personnel in standards and

compliance for positions as front line supervisors.)

Trained and licensed over 500+ personnel in Basic Engineer Equipment Operations

Supervised and coordinated various concurrent running construction projects.

Requisitioned parts worth over $1,000,000 (USD).

Achieved a “No Findings/Discrepancies” during several General Inspection/audit for

Unit Operations

Education, Licenses, Certifications and Training (Military & Civilian)

Front Line Supervisor’s Training: West BIAP Baghdad, Iraq 2008

Hawaii Pacific University: Mathematics and Computer Science 2001-2002

Certified to Operate: Containers Handlers and Forklifts Kellogg, Brown 2004

& Root, Iraq

Journeyman Operations Course Fort Leonardwood, MO 1999

80 Hr HAZWOPER: USMC Logistic Base Albany, GA 1996

Supervisor’s Safety and HAZ/MAT Courses: Camp Pendleton, CA 1995

Nuclear, Biological and Chemical Course: Camp Pendleton, CA 1995

MHE Explosive/HAZMAT Course: Camp Pendleton, CA 1994

MHE Equipment Maintenance Course: Camp Lejeune, NC 1993

Heavy Equipment Operator Course: Licensed-(Grader, Dozers, Compactors, 1992

Excavators, Front end Loaders, Scrapers, Forklifts, Container Handlers and

Cranes) Camp Lejeune, NC

Military Awards

Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal

Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal

Meritorious Service Medal

National Defense Service Medal

Sea Service Deployment

Meritorious Unit Commendation

Certificate of Commendation

Letter of Appreciation

Meritorious Mast

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