Jeremiah Patrick Chavez
Hinesville
Summary
Dynamic Maintenance Shop Foreman with a proven track record at the Army, enhancing productivity through targeted training and fostering teamwork. Expert in hydraulic systems and inventory management, I developed tailored maintenance plans that extended equipment lifespan and minimized downtime. Committed to safety and staff development, I ensure mission readiness and operational excellence.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Shop Foreman
Army
07.2021 - Current
- Increased shop productivity by providing comprehensive training sessions for staff on new equipment and technologies.
- Fostered a positive work environment through consistent recognition of employee achievements and emphasizing teamwork as a core value.
- Optimized inventory management with regular reviews, ensuring the availability of necessary parts while minimizing excess stock.
- Developed customized maintenance plans tailored to individual equipment needs, extending the lifespan of machinery while minimizing unplanned shutdowns.
Motor Sergeant
Army
07.2021 - 10.2022
- Supervised and managed the daily operations of a motor pool, ensuring all maintenance and repair tasks were completed efficiently and according to Army regulations.
- Led a team of mechanics, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and training to improve their skills and ensure mission readiness.
- Coordinated and prioritized all vehicle maintenance, including preventive maintenance checks and services (PMCS), unscheduled repairs, and battle damage assessments.
- Managed parts and equipment inventory, forecasting needs, ordering supplies, and maintaining accountability for all assets.
- Oversaw vehicle recovery operations, planning and executing the safe and timely retrieval of disabled vehicles.
- Authored and presented detailed technical reports, work orders, and readiness status updates to senior leadership.
- Enforced safety protocols and ensured all personnel adhered to strict safety standards during all maintenance and recovery operations.
- Maintained a fleet of wheeled vehicles, including High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicles (HMMWVs), Light Medium Tactical Vehicles (LMTV), and Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Trucks (HEMTTs), M1135 Nuclear, Biological, Chemical, Reconnaissance Vehicle Stryker(NBCRV)
Education
No Degree - General Studies
AMU
Charles Town, WV06-2026
Skills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Scheduling management
- Deadline management
- Work order management
- Hydraulic systems
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Hazardous material handling
- Work order processing
- First aid and CPR
- Maintenance recordkeeping
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Staff management
Accomplishments
- facilitated over $1.4 million worth of maintenance equipment with zero discrepancies
- Recovered over 500 vehicles that were non-mission capable
- Supervised team of 19 staff members.
Certification
- Wheeled Vehicle Recovery Operations Course
- Basic Airborne Course (BAC)
- Department of the Army Retention Training (DART)
- Equal Opportunity Leaders Course (EOL)
- Basic Leader Course
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Tagalog
Professional Working
Timeline
Maintenance Shop Foreman
Army
07.2021 - Current
Motor Sergeant
Army
07.2021 - 10.2022
No Degree - General Studies
AMU