David B. Singleton
Objective:
Profile:
Experience:
Seeking a position where I can utilize my maintenance experience. More than 15 years’ experience, will add value to organization; flexible; self-directed; current security clearance and willing to relocate.
Strong background in training and maintenance. Received Instructor certificate through the XVII Airborne Corps Noncommissioned Officer Academy Instructor Course. Trained over 2000 soldiers to become Noncommissioned Officers. Certified T-3 “Train the Trainer” Course at Camp Bhuering, Kuwait. Trained over 20,000 soldiers and fern nationals on roll over training.
Very experienced in repair, rebuilding, and maintenance and diagnosing malfunctions on military equipment. Very skilled at, conducting preventative maintenance, installing new equipment, and building and scheduling support teams. Expert in effective use of material and personnel gained as Maintenance Supervisor (five years), Maintenance Support Team Chief (two years) and Light/Heavy Wheeled Repairman (over ten years). In maintenance supervisory role, cut D.L.R nearly 41% while increasing unit readiness (2000-2003). Infantry skills in weapon maintenance and qualifications on all weapon systems. Conduct all battle drills to standard.
Charlotte, NC (July 2016-Present)
D.F.S Charlotte
Maintenance Tech: Conducted PM’s, Appraisal’s, PUT trucks,
Installing Decals on trucks, troubleshooting electrical system, A/C
System, Brakes system, installing windshields
Maintain 100% accountability of tools and shop tools.
Charlotte, NC (Sept 2015-June 2016)
Premier Transportation
Maintenance Supervisor: Supervise 4 maintenance techs.
Conducted every level of PM’s / Services. Service brakes, A/C system, electrical troubleshooting
Maintain 100% accountability of tools and parts.
Dallas, TX (Mar 2014-Aug 2015)
Fedex
Maintenance Tech Level 2
Supervised 2 mechanics
Trained/licensed ten employees on forklift operations and maintenance.
PM’s, A/C system, Electrical system, Brake system, Air system
Maintained and signed for over million dollars in tools and equipment.
Bagram, Afghanistan (2012-2014)
ManTech Technical Services Group
Trainer / Maintainer for RCV Certified Instructor Large group and small group. Trained over 6058 soldiers and civilians. Perform additional technical inspections of assigned vehicle to help identify additional deficiencies / shortcomings. Replaced engines, transmissions, transfers, starters, fuel pumps, and wire harnesses. Identify and properly document parts required and forward data to shop lead. Ensure all tasks are properly documented and updated on a daily basis on appropriate forms included in the vehicle work packet. Certified Instructor on the Husky MK3, Jerrv, Buffalo A2, Panther/RG-33, RG-31/DO7, and RG-31 A2M2. Trained over 1058 soldiers on the DO-7, Husky, Buffalo, Panther/RG-33, RG-31 A2M2 and Jerrv. Conducted over 60 hours of night drivers training. Put together a RCV cold weather drivers training PPT.
Camp Virginia, Kuwait (2011-2012) System Products and Solutions (SPS) Maintenance Tech / Site Lead Supervised 4 FSR’s / Maintenances in De-Installs / In-stalls, Inspections, PMCS, and TI’s. Responsible for sending daily reports and daily personnel statuses. Maintained 100% accountability for over $150,000 in tools and equipment. Worked on Caimans, Husky’s, Buffalo’s, Cougar’s, Maxx Pro’s, Panther’s Maxx Pro Plus’s and M-1151.
Camp Victory, Iraq (2010-2011)
Systems Products and Solutions (SPS)
M-1114 / NTV / Power Generation Maintenance Instructor
Coach, teacher and mentored the Iraqi Ministry of Interior police force mechanics on maintenance / troubleshooting of the engine, transmission, starter, wire harnesses, transfer case, brake system, suspension, and A/C system
Trained over 500 Iraqi officers and soldiers
Maintained accountability for over $100,000 in shop tools and equipment
Trained 100 Iraqi officers and soldiers on Power Generation operation / maintenance / troubleshooting
Worked with an interpreter daily
Put together training schedules for training
JalalaBad, Afghanistan (2010-2010)
Fire Suppression System / A/C, “FSS” Site Lead “Ranger-Land Systems”
Supervised daily maintenance of FSS / A/C system
Set up PLL and bench stock for over 2 million dollars in parts
Conducted FRS missions, and completed over 6,000 jobs
Supervised 4 mechanics
Inspected all repairs ensuring 100% results by maximizing efficiency of work
Camp Bhuering, Kuwait (2007 – 2008)
HMMWV EGRESS ASSISTANCE TRAINER, “HEAT” NCOIC Instructor for CFLCC/ARCENT
U.S. Army
Trained 100,000 soldiers
Safety NCOIC
C-3 Train the Trainer Instructor
Trained 5 NCO’s and 4 soldiers to be instructors
Reduced the death rate from 81% to 40% by teaching H.E.A.T.
Fort Bragg, NC (2004-2007)
1st Sustainment Command (Theater), Shop Foreman
U.S. Army
Supervised daily maintenance, coordinated preventative maintenance, organized and completed projects.
Scheduled/Conducted monthly, quarterly, and annual maintenance service schedules
Supervised 9 mechanics and 3 ULLS clerks
Ensured adequate stock of on-hand parts
Additional Maintenance Supervisory duties as required
Fire Safety NCO
Fort Riley, KS (2001-2004)
1st Maintenance Company, MST Team Chief
U.S. Army
Worked on and/or drove the following: M998 1 / M998A1; M1151 Up Armor Hummv; M1114 Up Armor Hummv; M931/A1/A2 5T Tractor; M1031 Contact Truck; M1078 LMTV; FMTV Family; M1079 LMTV; M936/A1/A2 5T Wrecker WW; PLS; M977HEMTT; M88 Armored Recovery Vehicle
Conducted Direct Support and organizational maintenance while assigned to 1st Maintenance Co.
Preventive Maintenance Leader: Maintenance/Repair
Worked in a engine rebuild shop while being deployed (2003-2004)
Completed over 2700 Direct Support Jobs while being deployed (2003-2004)
Worked on every type of HMMWV
Replaced engines, transmissions, transfers, input/out seals, fly wheels, front engine covers, starters, fuel pumps, A/C system and wire harnesses.
Received rating of Excellent on NCOER’s
Mastered ability to prioritize and delegate on completion of repairs, covering emergency breakdowns and long term repairs effectively.
Inspected all repairs ensuring 100% results by maximizing efficiency of work by motivating soldiers to produce high output with high quality.
Provided maintenance support for engineering units on projects which improved quality and reliability of equipment.
Handled cross-referencing and ordering parts for production and project maintenance.
Education/Training:
MRAP-U Certified (2012)
Husky MK3, Buffalo A2, RG-33, RG-31, DO7, RG-31 A2M2
DO-7, Husky, Buffalo, Panther/RG-33, RG-31 A2M2
Jerrv., MAXXPRO, MAXXPRO PLUS
ASE Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling Certified (2010) Lincoln Technical Institute ~ Associates degree, Automotive Technician ~, Lincoln, RI (2002-2003) Completed 120 hours in Automated Inventory Control-Operator ~ Fayetteville Technical Community College ~ Fayetteville, NC (2006)
XVII Airborne Corps Noncommissioned Officer Academy Instructor Training Course ~ Fort Bragg, NC (2005)
Track Vehicle Mechanic Course ~ Aberdeen Proving Ground (2005)
Warrior Leadership Course ~ Fort Bragg, NC (2005)
BNCO: Basic Noncommissioned Officer Course ~ Aberdeen Proving Grounds, Maryland (2002)
Organizational Maintenance on Palletized Loading System (PLS)/High Intensity Readiness Program (HIRP) ~ Fort Riley, KS (2002)
Sling Load Inspector Course ~ Fort Riley, KS (2002)
Light/Heavy Wheel Repairer Course Advance Course ~ Aberdeen Proving Grounds, Maryland (2001)
Ordinance Center and School ~ Aberdeen Proving Grounds, Maryland (2000)
Combat Lifesaver Course, Camp Casey ~ Republic of Korea (1998).
AIT/ Advance Infantry Course, Fort Beninning, GA (1996)
North Mecklenburg High School, Charlotte, NC (1995)
Skills:
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint software
References Available Upon Request