Robert D. Bray

**** *** *** **** ***. *** Honolulu, Hawaii 96815 ad36n3@r.postjobfree.com c: 808-***-****

Active Secret Security Clearance

SKILLS & EXPERTISE

Fire Apparatus Maintenance & Vehicle Testing

Training & Mentoring

Logistical Planning & Programming

Various Computer Databases

Contingency Planning

Preventative Maintenance

Troubleshooting Diagnostics

Managing Multi-Nationality Workforce

Carpentry & Electrical

Welding & Plumbing

TRAINING & CERTIFICATIONS

Joint Light Tactical Vehicle Training Program

Global Striker 5-Day Chassis Maintenance & Troubleshooting Certificate of Achievement

Global Striker ARFF 5-day

Firefighting Maintenance &

Troubleshooting Certificate of Achievement

Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Certified:

F1 Maintenance, Inspection & Testing of Fire Apparatus.

F2 Design & Performance Standards of Fire Apparatus.

F3 Fire Pumps & Accessories. Expires: 10/13/2023

F4 Fire Apparatus Electrical Systems.

F5 Aerial Fire Apparatus. Expires: 11/07/2024

F6 Allison Transmission.

A1 Design & Performance Standards of Aircraft Rescue & Fire-Fighting Vehicle. Expires: 04/11/2024

A2 Chassis & Vehicle Components of Aircraft Rescue & Fire- Fighting Vehicles.

A3 Extinguishment Systems of Aircraft Rescue & Fire-Fighting Vehicles.

Management Level One Supervisor.

Certification: Mainstream Engineering Corporation (EPA) Section 609 MVAC Technician

Site Services Leadership Training Course

24-Hour HAZWOPER Training (based on 29 CFR 1910.120)

Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Medium / Heavy Duty Truck Technician Preventive Maintenance & Inspection.

Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Medium / Heavy Duty Truck Technician Brakes.

GCSS Army Maintenance Training Course

Master Driver Course (Sustainment)

Maintenance Management Course (Sustainment)

California Driving License Expires: 09/26/2027

Vehicle Operator:

NTV, HMMMWV, M35A2, M900/800 Series 5T, M977/M978, M984A1 all 10T M1074/1075 PLS 44T, Forklift up to 10K.

Polaris ATV, Truck Car Go.

Heavy Rescue, Oshkosh, Tankers Fire Apparatus.

EDUCATION

Associate in applied science: Automotive Technology Leeward Community College Honolulu, HI

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Emergency Vehicle Technician Vectrus Guantanamo, Bay Cuba 4/2023 –Present

$87,360 per year

48 hrs per week

Responsible for all fire vehicles and ARFF trucks.

Orders all equipment and parts keeping track of inventory.

Maintain level of maintenance need for each vehicle, including testing.

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Bio-Security Service Technician Schofield Barracks Hawaii- Force 2/2023 – 4/2023

$115,200 per year

60 hrs. per week

Led team of five & for Vehicle Biosecurity.

Total vehicle separation and reassembly, after de-contamination and Bio-hazard removal.

Heavy Equipment Mechanic (EVT) ASRC Federal Comm. Wake Island 11/2021 – 2/2023

$105,630 per year

48 hrs per week

Trouble-shoot and inspect equipment for malfunctions mainly aircraft rescue fire fighting vehicles, evaluated extent of all equipment repairs and level of action required.

Inspected and repaired heavy construction vehicles and other equipment such as, skid steers, excavators, drills, dozers, hammers, backhoes, loaders, tractors, and other heavy equipment.

Adjust, repair, or overhaul engines and various components of engines.

Operate hoists, lifts, overhead cranes, hand tools and various other instruments to perform work safely and effectively.

Supports all base equipment weight handing and material handling.

Monitors directives and policies related to weight handing and material handing business line.

Maintain support tools and equipment to ensure use of interchangeable parts and speed and safety operations.

Administer and directed a full range of transportation and equipment, commodities, and services.

Preformed painting in hotel rooms and carpentry work as assigned.

Cleaned toilets and fixed drains and unplugged toilets.

Emergency Vehicle Technician Vectrus Al Asad Air Base (AAAB) 04/2021 – 09/2021

$104,800 per year

84 hrs per week

Organized, plan, assign, scheduled, and supervise work of personnel.

Examines and locates mechanical defects in a variety of vehicles and Equipment.

Reads and interprets technical manuals and schematic diagrams.

Diagnoses malfunctions and determines the need for and extent of repairs.

Works with and supervises other personnel performing preventative maintenance.

According to established schedules.

Repairs gasoline and diesel engines, hydraulic, fuel, ignition systems and repairs

Components including generators, lights, fire pumps, rescue tools and accessories.

Analyzes and fabricates special equipment as needed.

Maintains service and repair records using automated systems and information processing.

Researched technical designs and participates in the writing of specifications.

Motor Transportation Field Service Representative (FSR) SAIC Honolulu, Hawaii

12/2020 – April 2021

$72,800 per year

40 hrs per week

Analyzing logistical requirements of various functions such as material management, maintenance management, and quality assurance for an effective program

Complete technical inspection of the JLTV and prepare vehicle for issuing. Assist superiors by monitoring & reporting status of works, mobilizing spares and materials required for maintenance, and performing other related duties as instructed, to ensure prompt, efficient and uninterrupted service from the Maintenance Section.

Assist in achieving the targets of the approved asset management plans by tracking, analyzing, and improving the key maintenance parameters such as manpower utilization, maintenance cost, PM compliance, schedule compliance.

Maintain specialized parts and inventory, interpret technical manuals, handbooks, sketches, block diagrams, schematics, and blueprint drawings. Install all communication equipment such as mounts, brackets, cables, connectors, electronic equipment, and labels. Complete any major repairs as needed. Identify and replace components and conduct functional tests.

Update SAP with all maintenance records including accepting, scheduling & closure of received work notifications & orders. Prepare cost estimates for all assigned jobs, including cost of materials, estimated man-hours involved to the completion of works and submits the estimates to engineer.

Assist in preparing Scope of Works, Bill of Quantities, Technical Drawings of the new tenders. Review as built drawings and ensure conformity with the requirements outlined in the contract documents. Participated in the commissioning and taking over the completed facilities and projects.

Build up maintenance data by estimating personnel, material and equipment needs for maintenance, and recording and maintaining all actual data and statistics related with maintenance including materials used, man-hours worked etc., to enable future analysis and predictive logistical maintenance programming.

Worked in accordance with company procedures and contractual obligations and in compliance with the approved standards, plans, specifications.

Fire Emergency Service Technician DynCorp Intl Al Udeid AB, Qatar 12/2019 – 12/2020

$79,340 per year

60 hrs per week

Responsible for implementing inspection, testing, maintenance, repair, and certification of fire emergency services equipment in accordance with procedures meeting or exceeding those required by contract and in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

Performed inspection, testing, maintenance, and recertification of Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) Mine Safety Appliances (MSA) units including a complete visual internal and external inspection prior to and after any hydrostatic testing and hydrostatic MSA and Bauer Air Compressor cascade cylinder testing. Performed servicing of SCBA compressor and refill stations, storage trailers and gas.

Calibrated equipment to a standard that met or exceeded all published specifications using accurate standards traceable to the National Institute of Standards and Technology within the limitations of the institute’s calibration services. Performed inspection, testing, maintenance, and recertification of ladders apparatus in accordance with standards and procedures as outlined in the NFPA 1932.

Performed inspection and testing of all fire hose, nozzle, and appliances in accordance with NFPA 1962. Conducted inspection and testing of structural and aerial fire apparatus systems in accordance with standards and procedures outlined in NFPA 1911, NFPA 412, and manufacturer’s instructions. Conducted inspection and testing of pumps, powered rescue tools, hoses, couplings & reels with 100% of service in accordance with standards and procedures as outlined in the NFPA.

Performed inspection, testing, maintenance, and recertification of Level-A and Level-B suits, all components of miscellaneous small power equipment and all components of the MSA Air Cart including batteries, and full electronic testing of pressure sensitive alarm system.

Work at the dining facility repairing grills, ice machine and doing hood inspection over the grills.

Emergency Vehicle Technician Vectrus Qatar 08/2019 – 11/2019

$62,400 per year

48 hrs per week

Performed inspection testing, maintenance, repair, and certification of fire emergency service equipment (FESE) accordance with procedures meeting or exceeding required by manufacturer.

Calibrated equipment on Emergency Vehicles to meet all published specifications using accurate standards that are traceable to the National Institute of Standards and Technology. Perform studies, inspection, testing maintenance and recertification of ladders, apparatuses in accordance with standards and procedures as outlined in the NFPA 1932, Standard on Use, Maintenance and Service Testing of in-Service Fire Department Ground Ladders.

Performed inspection and testing of all fire hoses and nozzle and appliances IAW NFPA 1962. Conducted inspection and testing of pumps power rescue tools, hoses couplings and reels 100% of service in IAW procedures outlined in the NFPA 1936. Conducted inspection and testing of fire apparatuses IAW 1911 Standard for Maintenance Testing and Retirement of In-Service Automotive Fire Apparatus.

Senior Maintenance Technician EVT KBR Wyle Djibouti 11/2018 – 07/2019

$121,000 per year

72 hrs per week

Utilized strong mechanical background in support and repair of fire Emergency Vehicles and Critical Equipment (EVCE) supporting fire and emergency services in the Middle East, Central Asia (ME/CA). Led the work effort, trained, and mentored subordinate EVT personnel. Helped other mechanics become EVT certified. Provided customer support and quality assurance, and 24/7 on-call fleet maintenance support for assigned shift.

Responsible for on-the-spot repairs and preventive maintenance (PM)/corrective action (CA) programs. Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical issues. Performed preventative maintenance work. Maintained ARFF Vehicles, fire apparatuses, ambulance, and operational equipment assets. Assisted in maintaining shop facilities and equipment and performed other mechanical related duties.

Maintained Emergency Vehicles critical equipment parts in supporting F&ES. Oversaw tracking and ordering of all EVCE and fleet parts. Managed the delivery of critical parts to designated sites and submitted requisitions to replace special bench stock needs. Submitted and tracked parts and supply requisitions for fire assigned vehicles and critical equipment.

Maintained service logs and records of fire truck apparatuses and vehicles. Prepared various types of fleet maintenance records and documentation. Provided training to the local nationals for emergency vehicle and equipment. Kept tools equipment and work area clean organized and in good working condition.

Emergency Vehicle Technician PAE U.S. Embassy, Iraq 03/2018 – 11/2018

$110,000 per year

60 hrs per week

Served the Operations and Maintenance Support Services (OMSS) contract in support of the U.S. Department of State by providing overall management of the Fire Department fleet of emergency response apparatus, and staff/support vehicles.

Performed preventative maintenance and mechanical repair work of specialized fire vehicles, heavy fire apparatus, and related mechanical equipment. Checked operating efficiency, and repair engines, transmissions, brake systems, hydraulic systems, water pumps, and accessories. Performed heavy vehicle systems & component failure analyses.

Ensured pump systems provided appropriate volumes of water at specified pressures during periodic and required annual pump testing. Ensured fire apparatus conforms to National Fire Protection Association (N.F.P.A.) standards. Determined stock needs and order and maintained replacement parts and supplies. Provided input to staff regarding budget, equipment utilization, equipment replacement, and equipment needs.

Responded to emergency callouts and mutual aid requests for mechanic services and performed emergency field repairs on fire apparatus and related equipment. Provided classroom and hands-on instruction to Fire Department personnel pertaining to maintenance and operation of fire apparatus and related equipment.

Fire Vehicle Apparatus Mechanic/Inspector/Logistics Vectrus Transportation Motor Pool Camp Arifjan, Kuwait 03/2011 – 02/2018

$89,700 per year

60 hrs per week

Analyzed logistical requirements of various functions such as material management, maintenance management, and quality assurance for an effective program.

Planning logistical systems and programs to meet current and long-range objectives.

Scheduled all maintenance for FE&S equipment and apparatuses. Used special equipment to analyze apparatus and small engines. When required assisted in designing and fabricating minor repair parts, brackets or items. Identified the level of repairs for fire vehicles in specialized shops in the Army system.

Directed full range of supply procedures and warehouse operations.

Participated in and assured logistics planning information, and logistics policies.

Performed emergency repairs of fire apparatus and vehicles during adverse conditions when needed. Maintained all tools and equipment.

Tracked and inventoried all parts in automated system.

Assisted in maintenance trends and developing preventive maintenance programs. Instructed other mechanics in the general requirements of fire truck apparatuses. Provided safety training daily. Responsible for the EVT and ASE program through the UMCU including organizing all EVT exams.

Lead Fire Vehicle Apparatus Mechanic Combat Support Associates (CSA) Ltd. Fire & Emergency Services Camp Arifjan, Kuwait 04/2006 - 02/2011

$84,600

72 hrs per week

Maintained a fleet of over 40 fire vehicle apparatus that provided fire protection on 6 different US Military installations, running out of 9 fire stations that covered every US Army or Government asset.

Directed a team of 31 multi-national employees.

Oversees supply and warehouse operations and open storage yard engaged in receipts, inspection, identification, segregation, storage, re-warehousing, and receipt and issuance of supplies.

Responsible for maintenance and repairs on the following vehicles & equipment.

Conducted preventive maintenance, repairs, overhauls and troubleshot a variety of hydraulic and pneumatic systems & components such as voltage regulators, generators, alternators, & carburetors.

Repaired and adjusted brake mechanisms, replaced brake shoe linings, wheel cylinders, and master cylinders. Replaced electric motors, belts, pulleys & lubricated moving parts. Replaced & cleaned filters & bleed systems. Provided technical assistance in organizational maintenance and operations.

Led logistics integration, strategic planning, supply procedures and warehouse operations.

Worked as an augmentee in the FMS-A Arms Room, instructed and trained on the issuing, receiving & safe keeping of weapons and all daily operations of the Arms Room IAW Arms Room SOP’s that met US Army regulations. Received training on how to fill, file and upkeep logs, memos, and forms.

Orders and received purchases, contacted vendors.

Participates in and assures logistics planning information, logistic policy, concepts and integrated logistics support requirements are accomplished in accordance with mid and long range operational and organization contingency planning requirements.

Wheel Mechanic LSI Honolulu Schofield Barracks, Hawaii 11/2004 - 11/2005

Performed repairs on Aviation Ground Power Unit (AGPU) Hummv’s, LMTV and MTV. Completed overhauls and repairs of all heavy light duty equipment. Responsibilities included diesel and gasoline vehicles: engines, fuel systems, brakes, hydraulics, electrical, steering and most other components.

Base Mechanic DynCorp UXO Clearance Project Kaho’olawe Base Camp, Hawaii

01/2001 - 04/2004

Provided support for daily base camp project operations.

Performed light carpentry, electrical, welding, & plumbing services. Assisted in preparing outgoing helicopter sling loads.

Maintained plans and evaluate logistical systems and programs records, files & tracking data on all equipment. Acquired supplies & items needed to perform repairs. Maintained POLs in appropriate storage and met labeling requirements. Tested each of the vehicles and construction equipment listed below after service & maintenance:

151A2 Jeeps (4)

1990 Chevrolet 3500 crew cab truck (2)

1993 Ford F700 Stake bed trucks (2)

2000 Ford F150 S cab trucks (9)

2400 tandem woodchippers (6)

30’Flat-rack trailers (3)

40’ Stake bed trailers (2)

400gal Water tank trailers (2)

A25 Volvo BM dump trucks (2)

Bobcat 322 Excavators (2)

Case 580L Backhoe (1)

Case 580M Backhoes (2)

Caterpillar 235 Excavator with shear arm attachment (1)

Caterpillar 245 Excavator with shear arm attachment (1)

Caterpillar 420D Backhoes with various attachments (6)

Caterpillar 426C Backhoes (3)

Caterpillar TH103 Rough Terrain Forklift (1)

Caterpillar TH103 Rough Terrain Forklift (1)

CJ-5 Jeep (1)

D-7 Caterpillar Bulldozer (1)

Dresser loader (1)

Dyna Pac Vibratory Roller (1)

EZ Screen 2000 Shaker (1)

Ford Explorers (3)

Ford F150XLT S cabs (3)

International Harvester tractor truck (1)

International Harvester Water truck (1)

JCB Rough Terrain Load all Forklifts (8)

JD 892ELC Excavator (1)

Kenworth tractor truck (1)

Komatsu WA Front End Loader (1)

Low-boy trailers (4)

M1008 1 ton cargo trucks 8

M1009 ton Blazer (7)

M10A AT Forklift (1)

M35A2 2 ton fuel truck (1)

M35A2C 2 ton trucks 15

M52A2 5-ton tractor trucks (4)

M54A2 5-ton cargo trucks (4)

M923 5-ton Cargo trucks (4)

M929 5-ton Dump trucks (4)

SkyTrac8042 RT Forklifts (2)

Toyota 4000lb Forklift (1)

Trailblazer Arc Welder trailer mounted (1)

MILITARY EXPERIENCE

Construction Mechanic CM3 U. S. Navy Reserve Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

Maintained, repaired, and overhauled automotive, construction and material-handling equipment. Kept equipment maintenance records. Prepared requisitions and logistical reports.

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