Veteran with 11 years of experience in the US Army, including roles in wheeled vehicle mechanics and as an Avenger Crewmember Team Chief. Skilled in operations management, team leadership, risk mitigation, and mechanical maintenance. Maintained accountability of equipment valued over $35M while deployed domestically and abroad. Holds a Secret Clearance and specialized training in air defense artillery and light wheel mechanics. Seeks new opportunities utilizing expertise in personnel development, resource management, and process improvement.

1. Joseph C. Grayson III
2430 East Berkeley Ave
Fresno, California, 93703
(253) 632-9399
jcg32002@yahoo.com
SUMMARY
Veteran with an active Secret Clearance and 11 years of proven experience in the United States Army.
Accomplished measurable results while leading teams of 15+ personnel in a dynamic, fast-paced
environment. Possess a comprehensive background in personnel development, resource management,
and mechanical maintenance derived from conducting domestic and global operations in the Middle
East. Managed risk upon multiple lines to protect assets, property, and equipment valued over $35M
while meeting the expectations of senior leadership. Extensive knowledge in risk management, safety,
and process improvement. Recipient of multiple awards for outstanding performance and
professionalism. Career supported by Department of Defense specialized training and certifications.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
• Operations Management
• Team Leadership
• Data Analysis
• Risk Mitigation/Assessment
• Training and Development
• Policy Implementation
• Organization/Communication
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Outlook), SharePoint
• TM Manuals
• Administration /QAQC
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
United States Army Fort Lewis, WA
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic Jul 2014 – Feb 2016
• Monitored tool and part inventories and the condition and maintenance of shops to ensure adequate
working conditions
• Requisition materials and supplies, such as tools, equipment, or replacement parts
• Performed skilled repair or maintenance operations, using equipment such as hand or power tools,
air wrenches, impact wrenches, and hydraulic car lifts
• Repaired, relined, replaced, and adjusted brakes
• Followed checklists to ensure all important parts are examined, including belts, hoses,
steering systems, spark plugs, brake and fuel systems, wheel bearings, and other potentially
troublesome areas
• Performed routine and scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrications, and
tune-ups
• Maintained cleanliness of work area
• Overhauled and replaced carburetors, blowers, generators, distributors, starters, and pumps;
rebuild gas or diesel engines
• Examined and adjusted protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices
• Test drive vehicles to diagnose malfunctions or to ensure that they are working properly
• Determined schedules, sequences, and assignments for work activities, based on work priority,
2430 East Berkeley Ave Fresno, California, 93703 (253) 632-9399 jcg32002@yahoo.com

2. quantity of equipment, and skill of personnel
• Raise vehicles and heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists
• Developed, implemented, and evaluated maintenance policies and procedures; conduct or arrange
for worker training in safety, repair, or maintenance techniques, operational procedures, or
equipment use
• Diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct them, checking blueprints,
repair manuals, or parts catalogs, as necessary
• Maintained wheeled vehicles, their associated trailers and material handling equipment systems
• Used applicable references, inspecting, servicing, maintaining, repairing, replacement, adjusting
and testing of wheeled vehicles and material handling equipment systems, subsystems and
components
United States Army Fort Bragg, NC
Avenger Crewmember Team Chief Oct 2005 – Jul 2014
• Operated the AVENGER and Man Portable Air Defense System weapons systems
• Established radio/wire communications and maintain situation maps
• Performed target engagement evaluations; operated “Friend or Foe” identification equipment
• Resupplied ammunition and prepare systems for firing
• Oversee the loading and transportation of the Avenger Weapon System via railroad to sea-going
vessels to various global locations in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom
• Maintained accountability of ammunition, ordnance, Engagement Skills Trainer, and its
components
• Trained personnel in proper operational procedures and functions of the Avenger Weapon System
• Analyzed and recorded personnel or operational data and write related activity reports
• Established and maintain radio and wire communications; worked as part of a team with other crew
members on a daily basis
• Checked Avenger Weapon System to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is
in good working order
EDUCATION
• Department of Defense Air Defense Artillery Training Course
• United States Army Light Wheel Mechanics Course
• United States Army Basic and Advanced Management Principles Course
NOTABLE AWARDS
• United States Army Parachutist Badge
• United States Army Achievement Medal
• United States Army Commendation Medal
2430 East Berkeley Ave Fresno, California, 93703 (253) 632-9399 jcg32002@yahoo.com