Project Manager Maintenance

Robert Fritz

Email: aboymq@r.postjobfree.com

Address: **** ** ****

City: Kempner

State: TX

Zip: 76539

Country: USA

Phone: 254-***-****

Skill Level: Management

Salary Range: 70

Willing to Relocate

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Job History / Details:

PROJECT MAINTENANCE and FLEET EQUIPMENT MANAGER

Dynamic senior level maintenance manager with 22 years of experience and history of improving overall performance, quality, and efficiency while reducing costs. Extensive expertise in mechanical repair, operations, and fleet management of commercial equipment, tactical vehicles, and weapons platforms. Diligent, proactive leader with proven ability to surpass readiness goals and achieve turnarounds by implementing proven processes and programs in accordance with TAMMS and Company SOPs. Unique blend of managerial, technical, military, and hands-on expertise.

Fleet Management ai Logistics ai Operations ai Combat Service Support ai Technical Support

Process Improvements ai Mentoring ai Cost Control ai Team Leadership ai Weapons Maintenance/Fire Control Systems ai SOW / BOE Development ai Business Turnarounds ai Relationship Management

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

DynCorp International, LOGCAP IV, Afghanistan

Project Maintenance and Equipment Manager (Nov 2010 aii July 2012)

Maintenance advisor to the Project Manager; SME responsible for 540 allocated personnel, maintenance of over 4000 rolling stock assets, and client supported applications consisting of Heavy, Light, Construction, Material Handling Equipment and Emergency Service Vehicles at 49 Forward Operating Bases geographically located within 3 regions of Southern Afghanistan.

ai Directs and executes activities associated with the development of maintenance plans under the LOGCAP IV Program contract to ensure fulfillment of contractual obligations, including cost and quality while maintaining company profit motives.

ai Develops and maintains fleet statistical data on all vehicle maintenance Task Order Performance Work Statements. Provides critical data to develop AFEB (Awards Fee Evaluation Board) and PEB (Performance Evaluation Board) presentations.

ai Reports daily, weekly and monthly CDRL reports and maintenance posture to the Senior Director of Logistics, Program Manager, and the USG.

ai Prepares and submits maintenance enabler packages to Project Controls in preparation of Project Planning Estimates/Project Proposal Requests.

ai Directs Logistics, Fleet, and eight Maintenance Managers to orchestrate synergy required to support and exceed the maintenance mission.

ai Litigates Level II Corrective Action Reports (CAR) to be in compliance with the Defense Contracting Management Agency, Defense Contracting Auditing Agency, and other US Government agencies.

ai Visionary approach to maintenance immediately impacted LOGCAP IV Operational Readiness Rate from 93% to 97%, exceeding contract requirements.

BAE SYSTEMS, Various Locations Worldwide

LBE QA / QC Inspector, Fort Benning, Georgia (Nov 2009 Nov 2010)

Advised and trained 34 mechanics on maintenance and identification / resolution of Bradley automotive and weapons issues. Ensure readiness of vehicles and deliver reports to senior project managers.

ai Improved safety / effectiveness of troops by performing vehicle inspections and maximizing operational readiness of 90 Bradley vehicles (M2, M3, and M7).

ai Contributed to LBE Program to earn aiicommendableaii ALSET inspection score by creating LBE QA/QC SOP.

ai Solicited to perform unorthodox troubleshooting in the absence of technical manual guidance or diagnostic equipment fault isolation.

Bradley Field Service Representative, Germany (July 2009-Oct 2009)

ai Provided maintenance guidance to de-processing team members

ai Facilitated the distribution of 88 M2ODS Bradley vehicles to 170th Heavy Brigade Combat Team.

ai Rebuilt integrated sight units and TOW subsystem LRUs in cooperation with TOW Verification Team.

ai Managed weekly expense reports for all BAE sub-contract employees.

Bradley Field Service Representative, Combat Outpost Carver, Iraq (Feb 2008 to May 2009)

Developed and implemented strategies to improve maintenance and tactical/technical support for 2BDE 1AD. Mentored Senior Maintenance NCOs and Officers with emphasis on preventive maintenance; conducted maintenance training programs (BUSK II, damage assessment/ repair, etc.) throughout combat outposts.

ai Delivered $3Million+ cost savings by performing key repair / maintenance operations on class II / IX parts, engines, transmissions, 25MM Chain Guns and integrated sight units.

ai Played key role in achieving 100% readiness rate during combat and sustainment operations.

ai Enhanced relationship with client by increasing soldiersaii trust/confidence in FSR effectiveness and competence.

Bradley Field Service Representative, Kuwait (Sep-Dec 2007)

Assessed Bradley vehicles upon return from combat operations prior to shipment to U.S. for repairs and overhauls. Tasked to provide maintenance assistance to various Camp Arifjan maintenance activities. Managed rotation of company employees in and out of theater.

ai Ensured re-deployment of combat operationally-ready equipment to U.S. troops.

ai Leveraged technical expertise to expedite the diagnosis / resolution of maintenance issues.

Bradley Field Service Representative, Germany (May-Aug 2007)

Managed Bradley reset team members on inspections, procurement, testing, and maintenance. Directed post-Iraq retrofitting of 14 turret / weapons systems. Achieved TOW verification for all platforms.

ai Maximized parts availability by re-establishing relationships with military sources in USAREUR.

ai Positioned unit to compile outstanding readiness / highest USAEUR Bradley Gunnery ratings.

Bradley Field Service Representative, 2nd SDN, 9th Cav, FOB Normandy, Iraq (Mar-Dec 2006)

Maintained accountability and tracking of 27 BAE employees and 57 Turkish contractors while supporting Project Manager during the M113 Add-On Armor initiative (Operation aiiArmordilloaii). Provided subject matter expertise and advised senior leadership on vehicle repair / maintenance issues and cost containment strategies aligned with quality / safety requirements. Prepared and delivered reports via PDA, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word.

ai Enabled senior management (US Army, Contractors, etc.) to realize substantial cost savings while optimizing repairs and vehicle damage management policies and procedures.

ai Reduced costs and maximized unit readiness by facilitating the re-entry into operational status of numerous Bradley vehicles previously designated as beyond repair by the client.

ai Interfaced with BAE Engineering Department for design of the Bradley Urban Survival Kit counter-IED initiative from the field, final design proved to reduce injuries and increase war fighter survival on the battlefield.

MILITARY EXPERIENCE

Battalion Maintenance Sergeant, Germany (2003 to 2005)

Managed maintenance operations of 300 transport trucks, associated equipment, and 45 maintenance personnel; supervised 130 troops in capacity as First Sergeant. Developed and deployed strategies to maximize vehicle reliability ensuring prompt transport of mail and cargo throughout Europe (including the former Yugoslavia). Oversaw key schedules for evaluating diagnostic tools, calibration, and AOAP.

ai Outperformed the fleetaiis 90% operational readiness objective in all years.

ai Maintained 100% rate of timely TMDE calibration and zero rates of AOAP delinquencies.

ai Successfully transitioned from tracked vehicle maintenance to heavy wheeled fleet duties.

ai Contributed to 2 junior mechanicsaii victories in Soldier of the Year contests through effective mentoring.

ai Earned Commendable Ratings during all annual maintenance inspections.

Motor Sergeant C BTRY 5 / 5 Air Defense, Fort Lewis, WA (2001 to 2003)

Oversaw maintenance operations of 10 M2A2 Bradleys, 52 light/heavy wheeled vehicles, 2 Q-37 radar systems and 17 soldier-mechanics for an air defense unit in support of I Corps. Identified improvement opportunities and developed / implemented responsive solutions to optimize troop security and proficiency. Cultivated strong relationships between CSS elements and equipment operators.

ai Increased operational readiness from 25% to 100% during initial 2 months at post, enabling unit to establish the highest air defense rotary wing kill ratio in National Training Center history; positioned the unit to play key role in post-9/11 response and to excel in training exercises.

ai Enabled unit to garner Commendable Ratings and to complete qualification / firing program for all Gunnery Tables and TOW ranges (both after 3-year droughts before arrival).

ai Reduced repair times by devising / implementing new parts procurement system, including heightened levels of unit leader participation and crew / mechanic cooperation; cleared original backlog of disabled vehicles by performing maintenance / repairs on personal time.

ai Trained and led winning team at FT Lewis aiiSuper Squadaii competition, Outperformed 1st Special Forces Group and 2nd Ranger Battalion teams in head to head soldier/team events.

*Additional Maintenance / Leadership Positions 1990-2001

ai 2000-2001aii Motor Sergeant/Platoon Sergeant, 14th Combat Engineer BN, FT Lewis, WA

ai 1998-2000 aii Motor Sergeant/Platoon Sergeant, 1/3 Air Defense BN, FT Stewart, GA

ai 1997-1998 aii Motor Sergeant/Platoon Sergeant, 5/5 Air Defense BN, South Korea

ai 1995-1997 aii Senior Bradley Mechanic/Shop Foreman, 3-7 Infantry, FT Stewart, GA

ai 1993-1995 aii Senior Turret Mechanic, 1/16 Infantry, FT Riley, KS

ai 1990-1993 aii Bradley/Light Track Mechanic, FT Riley, KS

EDUCATION

Substantial Coursework (71 semester hours) with Concentration in Maintenance Management

North Central Institute, Clarksville, Tennessee

Pursuing Liberal Arts Bachelors Degree with minor in Program Management

Ashford University, IA (currently 3.7 GPA)

CERTIFICATIONS / PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Certified aii Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Maintenance Management

Combat Vehicle Maintenance, Army Maintenance Management, Special Forces LNUO

Bradley Fighting Vehicle Mechanic, Bradley Fighting Vehicle Turret Mechanic,

Tactical Vehicle Operator / Instructor Course, Professional Leadership Development Course (Iron Person Award, Commandants List)

Advanced / Basic Noncommissioned Officer Courses (Honor Graduate), Army Master Driver Program

ULLS-G Supervisor, Certified Personal Trainer, Landing Zone Controller, Unit Safety Officer

Fire Marshall Course, HAZMAT Safety Course

HONORS / PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATION & COMPUTER SKILLS

Soldieraiis Medal (awarded for valor), Honorary rank of Six Stars bestowed by President of South Korea (awarded for Valor), 1st ID Mechanic of the Year, 2ID Noncommissioned Officer of the Year, Honor Graduate(ANCOC), Veterans of Foreign Wars, Proprietary Reporting Technology and Programs, PDA, Microsoft (Excel, Word, PPT

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