MICHAEL K. ROBERTSON

** ******** ***** ****: 270-***-****

Vine Grove, KY 40175 acoq37@r.postjobfree.com Cell: 502-***-****

OBJECTIVE: SEEKING A PROFESSIONAL POSITION AS AN MAINTENANCE

TECHNICIAN/SUPERVISOR IN THE AUTOMOTIVE FIELD,

UTILIZING OVER 31 YEARS OF AUTOMOTIVE EXPERIENCE.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Over 29 years of experience as a Diesel Mechanic. 14 years experience in training soldiers on automotive

skills required for maintaining M1 ABRAMS Main Battle Tank and Bradley Fighting Vehicles and the Army’s

family of wheeled vehicles. Hands-on experience performing systems diagnostics, calibrations, diesel repair

and training, interpret and apply Schematics. Certified on all Weapons systems. Certified on all

Communications equipment to include Blue Force Tracker or EPLRS Recognized for doing an exceptional job

as maintenance supervisor and instructor. Supervised 300 soldiers / students in diesel repair training and

development. Certified in training development using systems approach to training. Recognized for safety

practices and have had no accidents in the past 29 years. I, am also a disabled veteran with 10 point veteran’s

preference. Key experience includes:

INSTRUCTION MAINTENANCE LEADERSHIP

Classroom and Hand-on Training BFV Family of Vehicles Squadron Turret Mechanic

Automotive Instruction Recovery Vehicles Maintenance Team Chief

Training to Standards Wheeled vehicles Service Section NCOIC

POI Development M-113 Family Shop Foreman

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Industrial Maintenance Technician Oct 2013 to Mar 2015

Akebono Brake Company

Ensured operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines,

motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals,

manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions. Locates sources of problems by

observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.

Removes defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools; examining form and texture

of parts. Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts; using rules, calipers,

micrometers, and other measuring instruments. Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand

tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges. Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive

maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance. Fabricated repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and

equipment. Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating

needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt. Conserves maintenance resources by

using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results. Provides mechanical maintenance information by

answering questions and requests. Prepared mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing

information and trends. Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing technical

publications; establishing personal networks. Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating

actions, irregularities, and continuing needs. Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures,

rules, and regulations. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

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M2/M3 A2 Bradley Maintenance Instructor Jan 2009 to Oct 2013

AEROTEK Fort Knox, KY

Maintenance Instructor for a M2/M3ODS, M7 BFIST, M2/M3A3, M2/M3ODS SA, Field Maintenance New Equipment

Training (FMNET). Trained all level of diesel, hull, communication, suspension, and turret and armament system mechanics

on diagnostic troubleshooting procedures, fault isolation, and repair of major assemblies. Performs instruction using

appropriate training materials, training aids and equipment. Administers exams IAW current regulations, policies and

procedures. 100 Percent Certified on all Bradley Platforms to include all Busk modification applied to Bradley’s

M2/M3 A2 Bradley Maintenance Instructor Jun 2005 to Dec 2008

Butler International Fort Knox, KY

Maintenance Instructor for all Bradley Platforms, Field Maintenance New Equipment Training (FMNET). Trained all level of

diesel, hull, communication, suspension, and turret and armament system mechanics on diagnostic troubleshooting procedures,

fault isolation, and repair of major assemblies. Performs instruction using appropriate training materials, training aids and

equipment. Administers exams IAW current regulations, policies and procedures.

M2/M3 A2 Bradley Maintenance Instructor Oct 2004 to June 2005

Alion Science and Technology Fort Knox, KY

Duties: Served as a certified instructor in the M2 BFV Training Division, 1/81 Armor Regiment with the purpose of teaching

organization and direct support level procedures for maintaining the M2/M3 A2 BFV to include weapon system electrical

schematics. Performs instruction using appropriate training materials, training aids and equipment. Administers exams IAW

current regulations, policies and procedures. Performs administrative duties, counseling, remedial training and student

evaluation reports. Insures safety conditions are met IAW all SOPs and regulations.

M1 Tank Maintenance Instructor June 2004 to Sep 2004

Alion Science and Technology Fort Knox, KY

Duties: Served as a certified instructor in the M1 Training Division, 1/81 Armor Regiment with the purpose of teaching

organization and direct support level procedures for maintaining the M1A1 Abrams main battle tank to include hydraulic and

electrical schematics. Performs instruction using appropriate training aids and equipment. Administered exams IAW current

regulations, policies and procedures. Performs administrative duties, counseling, remedial training and student evaluation

reports. Insures safety conditions are met IAW all SOPs and regulations. Performs instruction using appropriate training aids

and equipment. Administers exams IAW current regulations, policies and procedures. Performs administrative duties,

counseling, remedial training and student evaluation reports. Insures safety conditions are met IAW all SOPs and regulations

This standard covers supervisory work involved in the maintenance, repair, and modification of heavy duty vehicles and mobile

equipment which have utility systems or special hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, electrical, or electronic systems, features, or

controls designed for such purposes as construction, combat, earth moving, and comparable industrial or special applications.

Examples of heavy duty equipment covered by this series include bulldozers, road graders, crawler tractors, power shovels,

combat tanks, cranes, The repair of major systems (such as diesel, gasoline, multi-fuel, and turbine engines; automatic, standard,

and cross-drive transmissions; heavy duty drive line systems; and hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical utility systems) is

included, whether accomplished as part of or apart from repair of the total piece of heavy mobile equipment involved. The work

requires knowledge of how heavy duty machinery, engines, parts, and systems work; ability to detect faulty items, determine

causes of malfunction, and determine best repair methods; and skill to assemble, disassemble, repair, or modify components and

systems.

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2. Work direction. Selects workers and assigns tasks to be performed. Explains work requirements, methods, and procedures;

instructs subordinates in new procedures and provides assistance when problems arise. Reviews work in progress and on

completion. Discusses changes in standard or prescribed procedures with supervisor. Makes minor adjustments in procedures

and sequence of operations as necessary to accomplish work effectively and economically. Ensures equipment and supplies are

maintained and properly used. Coordinates with supervisor to ensure arrival of supplies and equipment at work site. (Approx.

40%)

3. Administration. Recommends performance requirements, promotions, reassignments, or other status changes of assigned

personnel prior to initiation, and makes informal performance appraisals. Counsels employees on problems; resolves informal

complaints and minor grievances; refers those unresolved to supervisor. Conducts corrective interviews with employees and

refers disciplinary problems to supervisor. Encourages employee’s participation in suggestion program, cost reduction program,

etc. Provides on-the-job training for subordinates as needed and recommends employees for formal or cross-training to improve

skills. Tentatively schedules annual leave and approves leave of short duration. Informs supervisor of anticipated vacancies,

increase in workload or other circumstances to obtain replacements or additional staff. Reviews subordinates job descriptions

for adequacy and accuracy and recommends suggested changes to supervisor. Maintains production reports and records for the

unit. Implements provisions of personnel management programs where well established procedures exist in the organization

such as, equal employment opportunity, time, leave, and overtime policies and practices, award and incentive systems,

grievance procedures, and safety practices. (Approx. 30%)

Performs other duties as assigned.

The incumbent is subject to mandatory drug and alcohol testing.

Shop Foreman September 1997 - August 1998

U.S. Army, Fort Irwin, CA

Scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of 26 M-551 Armored Reconnaissance Airborne Assault Vehicles (General Sheridan),

2 -ton trucks, 1 1/4 ton trucks, 5-ton trucks, plus a 5-ton wrecker. Disciplined, trained and supervised 8 personnel. Employed

applicable test, measurement, and diagnostics equipment, in accordance with technical publications. Diagnosed and troubleshot

vehicle malfunctions to keep vehicles operational.

• Selected as maintenance NCOIC for Tow Live Fire over all other NCO’S in the Squadron.

• Received “Commendable” rating during Squadron Command Inspection for Oil Analysis Program.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

Supervisor prescribes methods, procedures, priorities, and time requirements; assigns specific tasks or projects of

relatively short duration (i.e., a few hours to one or two days) or oversees incumbents day-to-day direction of a well-

established operation. Supervisor spot-checks work in progress and on completion and provides assistance when

problems occur.

MAJOR DUTIES

Served as the first line supervisor over a branch of an Area Maintenance Support Activity or Equipment Concentration

Site, exercising limited supervisory responsibility over work operations. The occupation and non-supervisory grade

level that best reflects the nature of the overall work operation supervised is

1. Planning. Plans and schedules work assignments on a daily or project-to-project basis within the instructions and

time limits provided. makes additional assignments as work nears completion. Reviews instructions received and

ensures arrangements are made for adequate personnel, materials, and equipment at the work site. Where work

progress indicates the need for major changes in procedure or sequence, consults with supervisor to obtain approval.

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SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

Supervisor prescribes methods, procedures, priorities, and time requirements; assigns specific tasks or projects of relatively

short duration (i.e., a few hours to one or two days) or oversees incumbents day-to-day direction of a well-established operation.

Supervisor spot-checks work in progress and on completion and provides assistance when problems occur.

MAJOR DUTIES

Served as the first line supervisor over a branch of an Area Maintenance Support Activity or Equipment Concentration Site,

exercising limited supervisory responsibility over work operations. The occupation and non-supervisory grade level that best

reflects the nature of the overall work operation supervised is

1. Planning. Plans and schedules work assignments on a daily or project-to-project basis within the instructions and time limits

provided. makes additional assignments as work nears completion. Reviews instructions received and ensures arrangements are

made for adequate personnel, materials, and equipment at the work site. Where work progress indicates the need for major

changes in procedure or sequence, consults with supervisor to obtain approval. Plans and prescribes deadlines and work

sequence for individual workers based on guidance received. (Approx. 30%)

2. Work direction. Selects workers and assigns tasks to be performed. Explains work requirements, methods, and procedures;

instructs subordinates in new procedures and provides assistance when problems arise. Reviews work in progress and on

completion. Discusses changes in standard or prescribed procedures with supervisor. Makes minor adjustments in procedures

and sequence of operations as necessary to accomplish work effectively and economically. Ensures equipment and supplies are

maintained and properly used. Coordinates with supervisor to ensure arrival of supplies and equipment at work site. (Approx.

40%)

3. Administration. Recommends performance requirements, promotions, reassignments, or other status changes of assigned

personnel prior to initiation, and makes informal performance appraisals. Counsels employees on problems; resolves informal

complaints and minor grievances; refers those unresolved to supervisor. Conducts corrective interviews with employees and

refers disciplinary problems to supervisor. Encourages employees participation in suggestion program, cost reduction program,

etc. Provides on-the-job training for subordinates as needed and recommends employees for formal or cross-training to improve

skills. Tentatively schedules annual leave and approves leave of short duration. Informs supervisor of anticipated vacancies,

increase in workload or other circumstances to obtain replacements or additional staff. Reviews subordinates job descriptions

for adequacy and accuracy and recommends suggested changes to supervisor. Maintains production reports and records for the

unit. Implements provisions of personnel management programs where well established procedures exist in the organization

such as, equal employment opportunity, time, leave, and overtime policies and practices, award and incentive systems,

grievance procedures, and safety practices. (Approx. 30%)

Performs other duties as assigned. Incumbent is subject to mandatory drug and alcohol testing.

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EDUCATION

Course School Location Date

Pursuing an Associates of Science Elizabethtown Community College Elizabethtown, KY 2005

Diploma South East High School Oklahoma City, OK 1984

TRAINING

Course School Location Date

M2/M3 BUSK II U.S.Army Armor Center Fort Knox, KY 2008

M2A3/M3A3 New Equipment Training U.S. Army Armor Center Fort Knox, KY 2003

M2A2/M3A2 ODS-E Training U.S. Army Armor Center Fort Knox, KY 2002

M2A2/M3A2 New Equipment Training U.S. Army Armor Center Fort Knox, KY 2001

M-7 BFVS U.S. Army Armor Center Fort Knox, KY 2001

Systems Maintainer Course 63M U.S. Army Armor Center Fort Knox, KY 2000

Instructor Training Course U.S. Army Armor School Fort Knox, KY 1999

Systems Approach to Training U.S. Army Armor School Fort Knox, KY 1999

Supervisors Management Course NCO Academy Fort Knox, KY 1994

Primary Leadership Development 3rd Armored Div. NCO Academy Butzbach, Germany 1989

IFV Systems Turret Mechanic Course U.S. Army Armor School Fort Knox, KY 1985

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