DEREK, R. MCLEOD

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Fayetteville NC 28303

Phone Number: 850-***-****, E-mail: acv0l5@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Results-driven professional offering twenty six years of leadership experience in the United States Army.

Confident, quick learner with strong problem solving and decision making skills and proven ability to adapt

and perform under pressure in diverse environments. Possess a strong ability to manage multiple projects,

tasks and priorities effectively and in a timely manner with extensive training and expertise in the

maintenance and repair of numerous types of heavy and light wheeled vehicles. Easily comprehends and

executes the overall organizational vision. Superior communicator easily interacts with executives,

regulatory agencies, vendors and staff. A team player willing to contribute to the overall success of an

organization

Areas of Experience:

Quality Assurance Cooling Systems Compression Ignition

Power Plant/Packs Gas &Diesel Fuel Systems

Air Induction &Exhaust Training/Development/Mentoring Organization and

Communication

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Maintenance and Repair Specialist: Subject Matter Expert in the maintenance, troubleshooting and

repair of heavy/light wheeled and tracked vehicles, including high-end performance turning and all types of

engine rebuilds.

Sought and assumed responsibility. Met all challenges with a keen understanding of required resources

Swiftly and expertly responded to every instance of system degradation, maintained a near 100% availability

of assigned assets.

Possess a strong expertise with such specialized vehicles as the CUCV, HUMMV, 5-ton and 2 -ton trucks

including tracked vehicles

Wide experience with state-of -the-art diagnostic tools and equipment

Volunteered for security details as a HEMMET Wrecker Operator in direct support of front line operations

while forward deployed in Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Leader and Supervisor: Coordinated and directed the activities of multiple maintenance organizations in

the repair and maintenance of automotive components. Expert knowledge of automotive related maintenance

applications, programs and procedures.

Expertly managed, mentored and motivated in excess of 20 Noncommissioned Officers and 50 plus Soldiers,

earning a reputation for firm yet compassionate leadership.

Responsible for the training of some MRAP employee’s on the operation and maintenance of M 984 E

Military 20 Ton wrecker vehicles.

Provided guidance and training to junior mechanics for vehicle & equipment services, upgrades and

modifications;

Problem Solving & Analysis: Consistently implemented keen analytical and a proven team-based work

dynamic with a system oriented approach to facilitate efficient and effective solutions. A critical thinker

open to alternative views to optimize the decision making process.

Streamlined fleet management procedures that resulted in improved vehicle accountability, more efficient

repair parts control, fuel and lubes control and maintenance scheduling.

Proactively identified errors and recommended immediate, practical and cost effective solutions at the work

site.

DEREK R. MCLEOD.

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EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

United State Army, Various Duty Stations

1989 - 2012

Senior Mechanic (2010 – 2012)

Platoon Sergeant (2009 – 2010)

Section Sergeant (2006 – 2009)

Motor Pool Sergeant (2005 – 2006)

Operation/Training NCO (2004 – 2005)

Motor Pool Sergeant (2001 – 2004)

Battalion Maintenance Operation NCO (2000 – 2001)

Heavy Wheel Mechanic/Shop Foreman/Squad Leader (1989 – 1993)

Overseas Deployments: Germany; Kuwait, Korea (4); Iraq, Afganistan.

EDUCATION/TRAINING

Awarded the following Military Occupational Specialties (MOSs) concurrent with these equivalent civilian

job descriptions as defined by the Dept. of Labor’s Dictionary of Occupational Titles (DOT), the

Occupational Information Network (ONET), and the Occupational Employment Statistics (OES):

MOS 91H, Track Vehicle Repairer

MOS 91B, Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic

MOS 91W, Wheel Vehicle Repairer

MOS 91Y, Track Vehicle Mechanic

Automobile Mechanic (DOT 620.261-010)

Automotive Master Mechanics (ONET 49-3023.01)

Automotive Specialty Technicians (ONET 49-3023.02)

Bus And Truck Mechanics And Diesel Engine Specialists (OES 85311)

Bus Inspector (DOT 620.281-030)

Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists (ONET 49-3031.00)

Communications, Transportation, And Utilities Operations Managers (OES 15023)

Diesel Mechanic (DOT 625.281-010)

First-Line Supervisors And Managers/Supervisors – Mechanics And Repairers (OES 81002)

Mechanic, Endless Track Vehicle (DOT 620.381-014)

Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines (OES 85314)

Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines (ONET 49-3042.00)

Supervisor, Endless Track Vehicle (DOT 620.131-010)

Superintendent, Transportation (DOT 184.167-226)

Supervisor, Garage (DOT 620.131-014)

Transmission Mechanic (DOT 620.281-062)

Tire Repairer (DOT 750.681-010)

Transportation-Maintenance Supervisor (DOT 184.167-266)

Selected Military Training: Combat Life Saver Course; Safety Course; Basic Noncommissioned Officer;

Tracked Vehicle Mechanic; Defense Packaging of Hazardous Materials for Transportation; NCO Basic

Leadership; Defense Hazardous Materials/Waste Handling; Primary Leadership Development; Wheel

Vehicle Repairer; Driver’s Training;

Selected Awards: Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal (x10); Army Achievement

Medal (x4) Numerous Certificates of Achievement

Military: Staff Sergeant (E-6), United States Army (Retired)

References available upon request.

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