1. JOHN H. SANDEFUR
1701 Tiare Court, Honolulu, HI 96818
Cell: (910) 257-7704 Email: John.Sandefur88@gmail.com
U.S. Army Sergeant
Professional Summary
Decorated military professionalwith experience managing teams, maintaining heavy and light diesel equipment and producing,
overlays and reports, as well as disseminating tactical information. Trustworthy, motivated and punctualleader seeking role in the
diesel mechanic industry.
Skills
 Schematic diagram interpretation
 Seven years’ experience with diesel systems
 AC 609 Certification
 Proficient in diagnosis of major components
 Five year apprenticeship
 Inventory control practices
 Job shop experience
 Environmental Compliance Officer
Work History
First line supervisor, 11/2015 to Current
United States Army – Schofield Barracks, Hawaii
 Developed and executed layout and installation of electrical wiring and fixtures based on job terms.
 Coordinated and monitored maintenance for large repairs.
 Engine, transmission, PTO, turbo, cooling systemand fan clutch repair.
 Suspension,steering,drive shafts air and mechanical brake, and ABS repair.
 Tracked and filed administrative paperwork and personnelfolders.
 Identify and determine parts required for repair.
Shop Foreman, Squad Leader 10/2013 to 11/2015
United States Army – Fort Bragg, North Carolina
 Diagnosed computer and electrical failure with appropriate testing equipment.
 Coordinated and supervised a successfulequipment calibration program.
 Specialized in repairing and maintaining automotive transmissions.
 Managed and maintained a fleet of 68 vehicles.
 Responsible for $1.5 million of equipment.
 Trained 20 personnel a week in environmental compliance and safety.
 Successfulon 16 OSHA environmental compliance inspections.
 Supervised and successfully trained 6 personnelfor 2 years.
 Maintain work area safety as safety officer.
Wheeled vehicle mechanic, 09/2009 to 10/2013
United States Army – Fort Bliss, Texas
 Accurately read, understood,and carried out written instructions.
 Attended monthly safety meetings to ensure machine operation safety.
 Communicated operational issues and changes to supervisoron regular basis.
 Prepared and administered preventative maintenance work orders.
 Maintained compliance with company standards to perform all maintenance activities.
 Conducted basic vehicle services on hubs,fluids and filters, AC components,and brake systems.
 Road tested vehicles to ensure proper function and to diagnose.
 Use hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges,and precision instruments, pneumatic wrenches,
jacks, and hoists.
Education
Bachelor of Science: Business management, Current
Fayetteville Tech - Fayetteville, North Carolina 69 credit hours
Military Education
 Advanced skills course in wheeled vehicle maintenance
 Basic Leadership Development Course
 Advanced Leadership and Management Development Course