Maintenance Sales

Brad L. Killebrew Jr.

**** ***** **., ********, ** 80817 - Home: 719-***-**** Cell: (719)440-

9088

abi4ff@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

To obtain a Managerial/Assistant Manager position in the Maintenance or

Sales field, utilizing my almost 20 year's hands-on experience as a

Manager/Supervisor/Lead, Troop Motor Sergeant, and a Shop Foreman in the US

Army, as well as most recently working as a civilian contractor in

Afghanistan.

EMPLOYMENT SUMMARY

Nov 2009-Present Maintenance Lead AECOM/AC FIRST

FOB Stone, Herat,

Afghanistan

Served as the Lead Mechanic to maintenance personnel performing the full

range of tasks: Overhaul, repair, and service of all wheeled

vehicles/equipment, tactical and non-tactical, at the Direct Support (DS)

and General Support (GS) level of maintenance. Responsible for

troubleshooting and repair work on suspensions, engines, frames, transfers,

transmissions, differentials, hydraulic systems, fuel and pneumatic

systems, steering mechanisms and turbo chargers. Ensure that safety and

environmental policies/guidelines are followed without exception. Maintains

and oversees section tool room and operation. Completes and assigns vehicle

and equipment job orders for repair to the mechanics. Additional duty as

the Technical Inspector: Performed inspections on different

classifications of wheeled vehicles at the unit and DS/GS level. Conducts

initial inspections upon delivery of equipment; in-progress inspection as

required during the repair phase of the vehicle or component; and final

inspection upon completion of maintenance repaired to ensure quality

product outputs are met. Provide guidance and technical assistance to shop

maintenance personnel; inspection principles on workmanship, procedures to

be employed, and quality of work expected. Conduct cross training for

employees.

Sept 2009 - Nov 2009 Mechanic AECOM/GSS

Bagram AFB, Afghanistan

Provide mechanical and maintenance support to the heavy wheeled vehicle

section with relation to a variety of light wheeled vehicles as well.

Responsible for troubleshooting and repair work on suspensions, engines,

hydraulic systems and all other areas related to the vehicle

Feb 2009 - Sept 2009 Bradley Fighting Vehicle Mechanic

Aerotech/BAE Systems

Ft. Carson, CO

. Worked as a mechanic on the M2A3, M3A3 and ODS Bradley Fighting

Vehicles. Service vehicles IAW applicable TMs and unit standards. Work

both sides of the house-turret and hull. Work very well as a team

player to bring the vehicles to 10/20 standards as well as any Direct

Support maintenance needed in preparation to issue vehicles back to

the soldiers. Responsible for the repair/replacement of all major

components and LRUs of the vehicles. Utilize both turret and hull

diagnostic systems as well as electronic schematics to troubleshoot

any problems.

Dec 2007-Jan 2009 Used Auto Salesman Car Tech Auto Sales

Divide, CO

. Sales of a variety of used automobiles, tractors and off road

vehicles. I was also responsible for maintaining customer service

relations, car lot maintenance, and detailing of the vehicles to be

sold. I processed all vehicle registration and sales paperwork.

Nov 2004 - Dec 2007 Recruiting Station Commander U.S. Army

U.S. Army Recruiting Command - Syracuse, NY

. Responsible for conducting market analysis, and advising executive

officers of current market trends. Supervised, trained and managed

staff in procedures, policies, and job performance skills. Conducted

performance evaluations on staff of 5 recruiters. As Commander of my

recruiting station, I was awarded #1 in Sales and Best Improved

Station, out of 27 offices for FY 2006. I received several leadership

awards and plaques. I was awarded the Meritorious Service Medal at

retirement.

Oct 2001 - Nov 2004 Recruiter U.S. Army

U.S. Army Recruiting Command - Syracuse, NY

. Advised and assisted college bound men and women on career

opportunities in the United States Army. Generated leads, conducted

telemarketing, interviewed potential enlistees. Made presentations to

civic and social groups, school officials, and religious leaders.

Awarded Top New Recruiter out of 19 new recruiters for FY 2002.

Selected after only one year as a recruiter to become assistant

Station Commander. Placed in charge of all 10 government vehicles.

Responsible for tracking the log books and all scheduled and

unscheduled maintenance.

Oct 1999 - Oct 2001 Troop Motor Sergeant U.S. Army

A Troop 1/3 ACR - Ft. Carson, CO

. Developed and instructed all levels of maintenance techniques and

procedures to new and veteran mechanics alike. Instrumental in the

development of current leaders in the different maintenance sections.

Responsible for the health and welfare of 20 personnel, maintenance

of 9 M1A2 Main Battle Tanks, 13 M2A2 Bradley Fighting Vehicles, 1 M88,

1 M113, 4 HMMWVs, and 3 LMTVs. In charge of all parts requisitioned

and parts needed to maintain a readied PLL inventory for the Troop

vehicles. Performed all QA/QC on vehicles coming into and going out of

service. Ranked #1 in 1/3 ACR in vehicle combat readiness, with an

operational readiness rate of 96% or higher.

Sept 1997 - Sept 1999 Shop Foreman/Team Chief U.S. Army

A Co. 1/18 Infantry - Schweinfurt, Germany

. Responsible for the operational readiness of 14 M2A2 BFV, M88, M113, 2

5 - Tons and 4 HMMWV and the health and welfare of 10 soldiers.

Charged with upkeep and maintaining the Company's PLL. Transitioned

the Company with turn-in of all 14 M2A2's and the drawing of 14 new

ODS BFV. Technical inspections performed on all vehicles coming into

service and QA/QC all vehicles coming out of service.

Nov 1994 - Sept 1997 Shop Foreman/Team Chief U.S. Army

Anti-Tank Troop 2/11 ACR - Ft Irwin, CA

. Maintained 14 HMMVW's that were mocked up to look like Russian

vehicles (The Opposing Force), the 2 ton tool truck and the 2 ton

PLL truck. Made NCOIC of the Squadrons 6 Bradley Fighting Vehicles

used to keep the crews qualified and current with Army standards. Also

got to spend some time troubleshooting the Sheridan. Spent a brief

period of time as the NCOIC of the M88 recovery team.

April 1992 - Oct 1994 Senior Turret Mechanic/Section Sergeant

U.S. Army

Alpha Company, 4/3 ADA - Kitzigen, Germany

. 45T Bradley Turret Mechanic for 14 Bradley's. Every six months I had 2

weeks to complete the turret service, running entire Ste M1/FVS on

each and every one. As a Section Sergeant I was also responsible for 3

Hull mechanics and their services. Performed both organizational and

direct support level troubleshooting and maintenance. Also performed

many maintenance tasks as a 63T and 63B working on Bradley hulls, 12-

HMMWV's and 2 5-tons. Responsible for all my paperwork and my

soldiers, as well as parts ordered.

Nov 1991-April 1992 Section Sergeant U.S. Army

Headquarters Company, 2/66 Armor - Garlstadt, Germany

. Responsible for the state side turn-in of 6 Bradley fighting vehicles.

Worked to get all the vehicles to 10/20 and direct support level

standard. Took all 6 Bradley's through customs to return to the United

States. All parts ordered went through me. Ensured all vehicles were

spotless. The last month I spent shuttling entire families to the

airport for stateside return as we closed down the Army installation.

June 1987 - Oct 1991 Mechanic U.S. Army

Service Battery, 4/5 Field Artillery - Ft. Riley, KS

. Worked on Jeeps, HMMWVs, 2 -tons, 5-tons, VTRs, M109A3 Howitzers,

HEMTTs, M113s, M981 and believe it or not the Gamma Goat. I worked

closely with direct support on the FISTV, mastered hydraulic and

electrical troubleshooting on the FISTV. Utilized 2404s for all

services and weekly PMCS.

Military Education:

Basic Training - Ft Knox, KY

Bradley Turret Mechanic School - Ft. Knox, KY

Unit Armorer Course - Ft. Riley, KS

FISTV Sustainment/Direct Support Course - Ft. Riley, KS

Primary Leadership Development Course - Ft. Riley, KS.

Combat Lifesaver Course - Kitzingen, Germany

Hazardous Material course - Ft. Irwin, CA

Hazardous Material Course Refresher - Ft. Irwin, CA

Basic Non-Commissioned Officer Course - Ft. Knox, KY

Battalion Motor Officer/Motor Sergeant Course - Vilsek, Germany

U.S. Army Recruiter course - Ft. Jackson, SC

U.S. Army Recruiting Station Commander Course - Ft. Jackson, SC

40 Hour Course M2A3/M3A3 Bradley Fighting Vehicle - BAE Systems - Ft.

Carson, CO

40 Hour Course M-ATV Operators Course-Osh Kosh-FOB Stone-Heart-Afghanistan

100+ Hours Operating a 10-Ton Forklift

Civilian Education:

15 Semester Hours - Kansas State University (General Education)

51 Semester Hours - North Central Institute (Military Evaluation)

7 Semester Hours - Barstow College (General Education)

8 Semester Hours - Touro University (Business Management)

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