1. Andrew Foster Apodaca-Woods
7170 Constitution Square Heights Apt 204, Colorado Springs, CO 80915
(520) 442-5554· andrew.f.woods@gmail.com
Areas of Expertise
Accomplished communication technician with ten years military experience in maintenance and
troubleshooting. Proven leader and coach who lead and instructed team above expectations of office and
military standards. Exceptional reliability and adaptability proven over years in high paced mission oriented
shop.
Proficient with Microsoft Word
Proficient with Microsoft Excel
Availability Date: 15 October 2016
Professional Experience
U.S. Army 09/2006 – Present
Aviation Communication Equipment Repairer Fort Drum, NY, Iraq, and Afghanistan: 04/2007 - 04/2012
-Awarded for completing over 2000 work orders during tenure leading to mission success of shop,
surpassing military technical standards. Demonstrated the ability to adapt to challenging tasks through
exceptional tactical and technical skills.
-Responsible for tracking of $770,000 in Test Measurements and Diagnostics Equipment (TMDE) for
office. Directly accountable for ensuring 21 test sets were sent to TMDE on time, maintaining a 0%
delinquency rate, and allowing his office to complete it's mission without delays.
-As night shift maintenance supervisor; provided team with troubleshooting techniques, technical
advise, and numerous classes on multiple radio systems. Technical expertise and institutional
knowledge enabled progression of a rapid work flow.
-Demonstrated a profound ability to diagnose the most complex electronic faults as a communication
equipment repairer. Personally dedicating over 650 man hours of bench repairs to complete more than
75 work orders and supervised the completion of 632 work orders by thoroughly developing two
personnel's technical skills in one year.
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic Grafenwoehr Germany: 08/2012 – 02/2014
-Technical competency enabled completion of over 115 scheduled and 45 unscheduled services, which
was instrumental in maintaining a 99.2% Operation Readiness Rate. Played a vital role in weekly
maintenance making over 20 on the spot repairs preventing vehicles from becoming Non Mission
Capable.
-Displayed exceptional commitment to the mission during field training. Within 48 hours repaired 2
vehicles and assisted with the repair of a third ensuring all vehicles would be available to support the
mission. Then conducted random checks on 15 other vehicles throughout the remainder of training to
ensure operators were conducting proper preventative maintenance checks.
-Assigned Wrecker and was responsible for maintenance, inventory and accountability of over
$275,000 worth of recovery tools and equipment. Meticulously conducted 10% inventories on a
monthly basis ensuring items were accounted for at all times. Maintained proficiency on recovery

2. operations by performing mock recovery drills with other recovery personnel, resulting in no safety
violations and no loss of tools or equipment.
-Responsible for tracking Test Measurements and Diagnostics Equipment for company. Was
responsible for 2 million dollars worth of equipment getting calibrated and returned to correct office
for use. Through diligence and organization maintained a 0% delinquency rate as well as 0 lost items.
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic Fort Carson, Colorado: 03/2014- 07/2015
-Engaged in multiple field missions with no accidents, lost equipment, or incidents.
-Became primary electrical technician for shop
-Prepped and serviced fleet of 250+ vehicles, conducted 100% inventories and packing, and assisted co-
workers with battalion level (approximately 600-750 personnel) move from Colorado to Washington.
Post Shuttle Driver Fort Carson, Colorado: 07/01/2014- 09/30/2014
-Drove full size van twelve hours daily with no accidents.
-Transported on average 60 - 125 personnel daily.
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic Joint Base Lewis McChord (JBLM): 08/2015- 09/2016
-Received and setup fleet of 250+ vehicles from Colorado.
-Unloaded and transported vehicles from rail head to motor pool.
-Spear headed push to catch up on service schedule that was ninety days behind, leading to fully
mission capable status on 95% of the fleet within two months of arrival.
Test Measurements and Diagnostic Equipment Coordinator JBLM: 09/2015- 09/2016
-Started new Test Measures and Diagnostic Equipment program for shop, with no existing system in
place.
-Conducted 100% inventory on all calibration items insuring location was annotated for future use
when calibration was due.
-Maintained a 0% delinquency rating for the duration of assignment.
Hazardous Material Control Center Clerk JBLM: 11/02/2015- 05//12/2016
-Accepted and processed requests for Fire Extinguisher services.
-Verified correct information on all paperwork.
-Sorted and filed request and stock paperwork.
-Maintained 100% customer satisfaction rate.
Shipment Management Clerk Joint Personnel Property Shipping Office (JPPSO) JBLM: 05/12/2016-
09/09/2016
-Managed Storage in Transit accounts for Permanent Change of Station Soldiers.
-Communicated with customer, storage warehouse, and Transportation Service Provider to coordinate
delivery and extensions as necessary.
-Maintained records of calls, e-mails, and paperwork to send to superiors.

3. Education, Training, and Awards
Coolidge High School 09/1996- 05/2001
Graduated
U.S. Army Correspondence Courses 981 Hrs 10/24/2008- 10/08/2009
Arizona State University 01/2015- Present
Current student studying Cyber Security
Basic Leader Course 01/2013- 02/2013
Army Commendation Medal
2 Army Achievement Medals
3 Army Good Conduct Medals
NATO Medal
Non-commissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon
2 Certificate of Achievement