KEMARA T. WORRELL
***** ** ***** **, ********* NY, 13601
Email: **************@*****.***
Dear Personnel Director.
I wish to express my strong interest in seeking employment with your organization. As required, my complete resume is enclosed for your review and consideration.
With over twenty years in the United States Army as a Senior Maintenance Supervisor, Manager, Mechanic and Trainer; and 12 years as an TACOM (Tank, Armament and Automotive Command) Equipment Specialist (Logistics Assistance Representative) with a requirement to coordinate, execute and evaluate necessary logistical actions to support specific missions within the Maintenance division. I possess excellent communication and organizational skills; I am able to identify and resolve problems quickly and relate effectively to people of all ages and diverse backgrounds. I learn new procedures and make appropriate applications.
My solid performance as a Leader, Maintenance Supervisor, Quality Control and Quality Assurance Inspector, work ethic, drive, organization skills, and strong interest in working with your organization, will convince you that I have the basic ingredients to make a valuable addition to your staff.
I would like the opportunity to discuss how we could put my energy, drive, enthusiasm, and successful experience to work for you. Should you have room in your organization for a top-notch, enthusiastic person who can make immediate contributions to your efforts and add to your bottom line; I may be contacted at the email address and telephone numbers above.
I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Sincerely,
Kemara T. Worrell
KEMARA T. WORRELL
16389 US Route 11, Watertown NY, 13601
Email: **************@*****.***
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Staff Supervision / Training / Evaluation
Personnel Performance / Coaching
Public Relations / Communications
Inspection / Quality Control & Assurance
Production Control and Cost Containment
Scheduling / Prioritizing Workflow & Directives
Procurement / Acquisition / Inventory Control
Record Documentation / Updating / Verification
Projecting Time / Labor / Materials Requirements
Problem Resolution and Decision-Making Skills
Complaint Management / Resolution / Follow-u
Over thirty years of professional automotive experience in maintenance management, logistics, leadership, and supervisory training positions
Responsible for management of maintenance for a broad variety of equipment
Sufficient expertise in coordinating, executing, and evaluating the logistical actions required to support specific missions within any Maintenance division
Strong knowledge of the Standard Army Maintenance System (SAMS I and II) the Standard Army Retail Supply System (SARSS) an automated inventory and ordering system; experienced in the use of the Unit Level Logistics System-Ground (ULLS-G)
Satisfactorily familiar with researching GCSS Army to provide accurate reports and assistance to required personnel
PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND
Bus Driver, First Student, Watertown NY 08/2023-Present
Responsible for safely operating a 66 passenger, 40ft school bus
Ensures middle school and high school students are transported to and from school safely
Mastered daily routes by ensuring all pickups and drop offs are made on time
Prioritize vehicle maintenance by conducting pre and post trip vehicle inspections at least twice daily
Provide support to students by assisting with boarding and exiting the bus to include special needs when necessary
Communicates with students, dispatcher and school officials to ensure safety during the tenure of the workday
Automotive Service Technician, Allegiance Trucks, Watertown NY, 40hrs per week 09/2022-02/2023
Analyzed malfunctions and repairs for over-the road diesel trucks; inspected brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings and other major systems to ensure proper installation and operating condition
Served as a Pre-Delivery Inspector (PDI) conducting safety inspections on over 300 New York State and Thru-Way International trucks coming directly off the assembly line prior to release to customers and higher echelon
Conducted routine maintenance on various engine models
Became familiar with sophisticated tools and machinery
Logistics Assistance Representative, TACOM, Fort Drum, GS 12 Step 7, 40hrs per week 09/2008-06/2021
Served as an Emergency Essential Logistics Assistance Representative on a worldwide mobility program working with field Logistics Assistance Personnel and their assigned units to identify and analyze problems and deficiencies affecting all wheeled vehicle equipment managed by Life Cycle Management Command
Provided technical and logistical assistance on all maintenance standards, policies, and procedures to LCMC Operations, Planning and Training Staff Assessment Team; provide preliminary reports identifying malfunctions, accidents, and incidents
Responsible for providing technical and logistical support to an entire active brigade as well as an area of National Guard and Reserve Forces
Coordinated maintenance activities within the command and with various other agencies requiring service.
Disseminate all Safety of Use Messages (SOUM), Ground Precautionary Messages (GPM) and Maintenance Advisory Messages (MAM) to required personnel.
Responsible for formally training/teaching soldiers’ proper operation, maintenance, and sustainment procedures regarding newly fielded/upgraded equipment to the Army inventory
Provided quality assurance to units when equipment modifications were required
Assisted units in procuring hard to find repair parts
Ensured assigned units were following all contracting guidelines and regulations
Encouraged units to utilize contractor and service contractors to accomplish excessive workload.
Instrumental in negotiating all modification work orders and the development of mission support plans affecting equipment in the field or newly fielded equipment
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic, Lear Siegler Services, Inc, Fort Bragg NC WG 7- 40hrs per week 08/2007-09/2008
Analyzed malfunctions and repairs for combat equipment; inspected brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings and other major systems to ensure proper installation and operating condition
Selected over peers to assume duties as Senior Technician as well as primary point of contact for all vehicle repair
Conducted final inspections on all equipment prior to release to customers and higher echelon
Coordinated logistical actions required to support specific missions
Identified specific requirements for manpower, materiel, facilities and services needed to support missions; correlated requirements with established plans to ensure adequate support was provided
Developed maintenance plans to ensure maximum economy of investments
Developed and implemented plans and schedules to meet all requirements in a timely manner
Experienced with the Wildcat Maintenance Management System procedures and documentation; provided Wildcat Maintenance Management System with detailed reports in regard to manhour usage, required CLIX repair parts and equipment status
Motor Sergeant, Camp Hovey, Korea 04/2005 – 04/2007
Served as Company Motor Sergeant overseeing tactical vehicles and equipment valued over $250 million dollars.
Responsible for the professional development of 8 subordinate supervisors, 22 junior leaders and 2 Korean Augmentee to the United States Army (KATUSA) consisting of recommendations for promotion, selection, commendation, and discipline
Effectively resolved problems at the lowest level regarding relations and morale
Responsible for preparing and implementing daily work schedules and procedures for
Developed long and short-range work plans pertaining to maintenance operations, review, and evaluation
Regularly accepted problems and proposals from directorates or divisions or field users, which requires resolution with positive results
Effectively directed the development of new or changed operating policies and procedures, and the preparation of required reports for submission to higher authority.
Reviewed, interpreted, and determined higher echelon policies, procedures, and regulations, which affected existing and future maintenance missions.
Evaluated and assessed new methodologies, equipment, processes, and policies applicable to maintenance division operations: recommended changes or adjustments as necessary and recommends approval as appropriate or indicates required changes.
Advised senior officers and supervisors of the readiness and safety issues. Coordinate direct support, contracting, and general support re-build assets program. Monitor Army Oil Analysis Program, Test Measurement and Diagnostic program, and Service Program.
Reviewed Non-Mission Capable Report (026 Report), verified CLIX parts status via Standard Army Retail Supply System (SARSS). Routinely utilized Logistic Information Warehouse (LIW) to locate and monitor status of CLIX repair parts. Ensured Prescribed Load List (PLL) was maintained at maximum capacity in accordance with the needs of the unit, Company Commander and specific regulations.
Managed and conducted training on Unit Level Logistics Level System (ULLS) and Standard Army Management Information System (STAMIS). Verified equipment status via Standard Army Maintenance System (SAMS/SAMS-E).
Consistent in collaborating with upper echelon and foremen in determining the need for modification of maintenance repair methods and procedures; executed in professional and timely manner with positive results
Followed through to ensure that proper and effective actions were taken on all maintenance related issues; ensured that decisions and recommendations are carried out in a timely manner. Plans, schedules
Effectively planned, scheduled, directed, and coordinated all activities involved in accomplishing workload throughout the Maintenance Division.
Ensured all supply actions pertaining to authorized stock list, stock cannibalization point, and receipt, storage and issue of repair parts, supplies and materials were accomplished within regulatory policies and established procedural and guidelines.
Motor Sergeant, Ft. Bragg, NC 05/2001 – 02/2002
Managed and supervised the maintenance of 26 wheeled combat vehicles and 7 pieces of ground support equipment valued more than $2.5 million.
Responsible for preparing and implementing daily work schedules as well as the training, mentoring, discipline, counseling, promotion, and performance evaluation of 1 subordinate supervisor, 6 junior leaders.
Performed technical inspection for Quality Control and Quality Assurance on completed jobs by maintenance personnel. Coordinate direct support, contracting, and general support re-build assets program.
Ensured all supply actions pertaining to authorized stock list, stock cannibalization point, and receipt, storage and issue of repair parts, supplies and materials were accomplished within regulatory policies and established procedural and guidelines.
Effectively directed the development of new or changed operating policies and procedures, and the preparation of required reports for submission to higher authority.
Followed through to ensure that proper and effective actions were taken on all maintenance related issues; ensured that decisions and recommendations are carried out in a timely manner.
Effectively planned, scheduled, directed, and coordinated all activities involved in accomplishing workload throughout the Maintenance Division.
Advised senior officers and supervisors of the readiness and safety issues. Coordinate direct support, contracting, and general support re-build assets program. Monitor Army Oil Analysis Program, Test Measurement and Diagnostic program, and Service Program
Regularly accepted problems and proposals from directorates or divisions or field users, which requires resolution with positive results
Effectively resolved problems at the lowest level regarding relations and morale
Executed both long range and annual maintenance work plans
Reviewed, interpreted, and determined higher echelon policies, procedures, and regulations, which affected existing and future maintenance missions.
Evaluated and assessed new methodologies, equipment, processes, and policies applicable to maintenance division operations: recommended changes or adjustments as necessary and recommends approval as appropriate or indicates required changes.
Aggressively enforced Company Safety, Environmental and Hazardous Material policies and procedures; identified, advised, and reported deficiencies to Battalion Maintenance Supervisor.
Senior Mechanic, Ft. Bragg, NC 12/1999 – 04/2001
As Senior Mechanic responsible for the health, welfare, training, supervision, and professional development of 5 subordinate leaders and 11 junior Soldiers.
Effectively resolved problems at the lowest level regarding relations and morale
Responsible for conducting scheduled/unscheduled maintenance on 69 wheeled vehicles and 72 pieces of ground support equipment (GSE).
Prepared and implemented daily work schedules. Evaluated performance of all subordinate leaders
Ensured prompt delivery of requisitioned spare parts, supplies and equipment.
Aggressively took appropriate action to resolve problems/situations, which affect operational productivity
Briefed Motor Sergeant on equipment readiness as related to the unit’s posture. Ensured units Army Oil Analysis Program and Test Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment program was maintained at a high state of readiness.
Kemara T. Worrell
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Senior Mechanic, Camp Carroll, Korea 12/1998 – 11/1999
Responsible for the professional development of 8 subordinate Soldiers. Responsible for conducting scheduled/unscheduled maintenance on 35 wheeled vehicles and 12 pieces of ground support equipment (GSE) and 20 pieces of support equipment valued at approximately $500 thousand dollars.
Prepared and implemented daily work schedules. Evaluated performance of all subordinate leaders. Aggressively enforced Company Safety, Environmental and Hazardous Material policies and procedures; identified and reported deficiencies to the Motor Sergeant.
Executed both long range and annual maintenance work plans
Ensured prompt delivery of requisitioned spare parts, supplies and equipment
Inspected brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings and other major systems to ensure proper installation and operating condition. Conducted final inspections on all equipment prior to release to customers.
Aggressively took appropriate action to resolve problems/situations, which affect operational productivity
Followed through to ensure that proper and effective actions were taken on all maintenance related issues; ensured that decisions and recommendations are carried out in a timely manner.
Effectively planned, scheduled, directed and coordinated all activities involved in accomplishing workload throughout the Maintenance Division.
Effectively resolved problems at the lowest level regarding relations and morale
Senior Mechanic, Ft. Bragg, NC 02/1995 – 06/1998
Responsible for the health, welfare, training, supervision, and professional development of 8 subordinate Soldiers. Responsible for conducting scheduled/unscheduled maintenance on over 100 pieces of MTOE support equipment valued at approximately $10 million dollars.
Effectively resolved problems at the lowest level regarding relations and morale
Prepared and implemented daily work schedules. Evaluated performance of all subordinate leaders. Aggressively enforced Company Safety, Environmental and Hazardous Material policies and procedures; identified and reported deficiencies to the Motor Sergeant.
Followed through to ensure that proper and effective actions were taken on all maintenance related issues; ensured that decisions and recommendations are carried out in a timely manner. Plans, schedules
Executed both long range and annual maintenance work plans
Effectively planned, scheduled, directed and coordinated all activities involved in accomplishing workload throughout the Maintenance Division.
Briefed Motor Sergeant on equipment readiness as related to the unit’s posture. Ensured units Army Oil Analysis Program and Test Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment program was maintained at a high
state of readiness.
Aggressively took appropriate action to resolve problems/situations, which affect operational productivity
Ensured prompt delivery of requisitioned spare parts, supplies and equipment
Senior Mechanic, Camp Stanley, Korea 04/1994 – 01/1995 Responsible for the health, welfare, training, supervision, and professional de
Responsible for the health, welfare, training, supervision, and professional development of 15 subordinate soldiers.
Responsible for conducting scheduled/unscheduled maintenance on over 34 pieces of MTOE support equipment valued at approximately $68 million dollars.
Prepared and implemented daily work schedules. Evaluated performance of all subordinate leaders. Aggressively enforced Company Safety, Environmental and Hazardous Material policies and procedures; identified and reported deficiencies to the Motor Sergeant.
Followed through to ensure that proper and effective actions were taken on all maintenance related issues; ensured that decisions and recommendations are carried out in a timely manner. Plans, schedules
Effectively planned, scheduled, directed and coordinated all activities involved in accomplishing workload throughout the Maintenance Division.
Briefed Motor Sergeant on equipment readiness as related to the unit’s posture. Ensured units Army Oil Analysis Program and Test Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment program was maintained at a high
state of readiness.
Executed both long range and annual maintenance work plans
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Aug 2023-Obtained Class B CDL
Mar 2011- Family of Heavy Tactical Vehicles
Mar 2011- Advanced Electronics
Sep 2010- HEMMT FOV, OshKosh WI
Jun 2009- Logistics Assistance Program Operator Course, Ft. Lee VA
Apr 2009- Instructor Certification Course, Macomb College
Mar 2009- High Mobility Multi-Purpose Wheel Vehicle Course, AM General, Mishawaka, IN
Nov 2008- MRAP University- Certificate
April 2005- Advanced Non-Commissioned Officers Course, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD., Diploma
April 2001- 3KW Tactical Quiet Generator Course, Ft. Bragg, NC, Certificate
December 2001- US Army Drill Sergeant School, Ft. Jackson SC, Diploma
May 2000- Supervisor Development Course, Army Institute of Professional Development, Newport News, Va., Diploma
May 2000- Manager Development Course, Army Institute of Professional Development, Newport News, Va., Diploma
May 2000- Action Officer Development Course, Army Institute of Professional Development, Newport News, Va., Diploma
March 2000- North Central Institute, Clarksville, Tenn., Transcript (No degree)
March 2000- FORSCOM Aviation Accident Prevention Course, Ft. Bragg, NC, Certificate
April 1999- Defense Packaging of Hazardous Materials, Taegu Korea, Certificate
April 1999- Unit Level Logistics System-Ground Course, Cp Henry Korea, Certificate
May 1999- Test Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment Support Coordinator Course, Cp Carroll Korea, Certificate
June 1999- FMTV Operation Theory, Operator Maintenance and Troubleshooting Course, Cp Carroll Korea, Certificate
April 1996- Basic Non-Commissioned Officer Course, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD., Diploma
August 1995- Automotive Mechanic/Technician Course, Ft. Bragg, NC, Certificate
May 1993- Joint Deployment Officer Course, Ft. Hood TX. Certificate
June 1993- Standard Army Training System Course, Ft. Hood, TX. Certificate
October 1989- Junior Leader Maintenance Orientation Course, Ft. Hood TX. Certificate
June 1989- Warrior Leaders Course, Ft. Hood TX. Diploma
February 1987- Petroleum Oil and Lubricants Course, Ft. Hood TX. Certificate
November 1986- Advanced Individual Training, Ft. Dix NJ
September 1986- Basic Combat Training, Ft. Dix NJ
High School Graduate, 1986, Fountain-Ft. Carson High School, Colorado Springs, Co
Certifications
Instructor
AWARDS & ACHEIVEMENTS
Army Commendation Medal (7th Award)
Army Achievement Medal (6th Award)
Good Conduct Medal (7th Award)
National Defense Service Medal (2nd Award)
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
Noncommissioned Officer Professional
Development Ribbon (3rd Award)
Overseas Service Ribbon
Driver/Mechanic Badge