Mike Jesse

Highly skilled and detail-oriented Technical Inspector with over 15 years of experience in vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair. Proven ability to conduct comprehensive inspections, diagnose complex issues, and ensure optimal equipment performance. Expertise in preventive maintenance, technical troubleshooting, and quality assurance. Eager to leverage extensive hands-on experience and leadership potential to supervise and enhance automotive maintenance operations for Guru Kuwait.

Technical Inspector - V2X - Camp Buehring

(2022-10)

• Execute initial, in-progress, classification, and final inspections of Armament & Other maintenance sections.
• Operate and inspect equipment to diagnose and troubleshoot defects.
• Utilize technical manuals, bulletins, and written directives for all inspection tasks.
• Examine parts for damage or excessive wear using precision instruments like micrometers and gauges.
• Procure required repair parts by referencing appropriate parts manuals.
• Conduct tests on serviced, repaired, and overhauled equipment to ensure optimal operating efficiency before customer return.
• Perform ECOD (Equipment Condition On-line) and ACOD (Assigned Condition On-line) inspections and verify condition codes.
• Inspect, check, and test all types of HVAC systems undergoing work orders in the shop.
• Perform other assigned duties as required.
• Conduct testing and certification of equipment and material during the Load Testing Process.
• Execute the PDQR (Potentially Defective Quality Report) process when receiving improper or damaged repair parts.

Small Arms Tech/ Forklift operator - KBR - Camp Arifjan

(2020-10 - 2022-09)

• Design, fabricate, modify, repair, and service foreign and domestic firearms, weapons, and accessories, encompassing external/internal and terminal ballistics.
• Construct custom pistols and rifles, alongside other weapon systems, while providing life cycle management.
• Execute detailed assembly and disassembly of small arms and crew-served weapons, including inspection, maintenance, and minor repairs on systems such as M2 50 Cal, M-4, M240, M500 shotguns, launchers, mortars, and howitzers.
• Inspect equipment prior to Quality Inspector assessment to ensure 98% readiness.
• Modify, repair, and service a variety of firearms, weapons, and their accessories, both foreign and domestic.
• Maintained a range of optic equipment, including aiming circles, quadrants, fire control equipment, and mount assemblies.
• Apply expertise with tools (e.g., hammers, punches, files, stones) and test measurement and diagnostic equipment (TMDE) for assigned duties.
• Utilize knowledge of gunsmithing machinery, such as lathes, milling machines, and surface grinders, along with associated tooling.
• Interpret and create schematics, drawings, blueprints, and wiring diagrams.
• Implement fundamental shop safety procedures within a small arms environment, performing support functions including bead blasting and preparing metal parts for refinishing.
• Enhanced accident-reporting procedures to recommend, track, and evaluate abatement actions for identified deficiencies.
• Prepared and processed SDRs (Supply Discrepancy Reports) and PQDRs (Product Quality Deficiency Reports) as required, briefing leadership weekly.
• Received and signed for large quantities of property, exceeding 400 items.
• Maintained physical security of assets and inventory.

Small Arms Repairer - AECOM - Camp Arifjan

(2017-04 - 2020-01)

• Inspected a wide range of small arms submitted for repair, categorizing weapons based on required work.
• Diagnosed mechanical malfunctions and structural defects in small arms.
• Cataloged necessary small tools and spare parts for repairs and placed orders for these items.
• Replaced components such as barrels, springs, triggers, shell ejectors, bolts, and safety devices to rectify defects.
• Performed quality inspections and assurance tests on repaired weapons.
• Responsibly disposed of obsolete weapons in accordance with regulations.

Armament Gunsmith and Shop Administrator - Vectrus - Camp Arifjan

(2015-07 - 2017-04)

• Repaired, replaced, and/or modified barrel assemblies, upper receivers, lower receivers, gas tubes, gas rings, feed trays, feed pawls, buffers, and their associated components.
• Determined the serviceability of parts, demonstrating initiative to maintain productive progress and accepting accountability for outcomes.
• Diagnosed and resolved failures commonly encountered in the repair of towed artillery or small arms weapons with minimal supervision, employing various diagnostic techniques and practices.
• Troubleshot issues with infantry weapons and towed artillery systems.
• Assisted colleagues with proper repair and maintenance procedures, educating them on the capabilities of small arms and towed artillery maintenance.

Receiving and Shipping Associate - Amazon Fulfillment - Dupont

(2014-08 - 2015-06)

• Maintained accurate records of items shipped, received, and transferred between locations.
• Compiled comprehensive reports detailing changes in production and inventory levels.
• Located, sorted, and relocated goods across various business departments.
• Verified the accuracy of inventory records through meticulous checks.

Track, Wheel and Gunsmith Mechanic - Vectrus - Camp Arifjan

(2005-12 - 2013-12)

• Performed both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on wheeled vehicles, construction equipment, and trailers.
• Diagnosed and resolved equipment malfunctions.
• Regularly operated digital multimeters, voltmeters, ohmmeters, frequency counters, oscilloscopes, circuit card testers, transistor testers, and various hand tools.
• Inspected, tested, and operated wheeled and construction equipment (commercial and military) to ascertain serviceability and proper function.
• Serviced equipment with essential fluids including fuel, oil, water, coolant, hydraulic fluid, refrigerant, and compressed air, and disassembled/reassembled malfunctioning accessories and components.
• Removed, disassembled, repaired, cleaned, treated for corrosion, reassembled, and reinstalled components and accessories.
• Managed the disposal of hazardous materials and waste in strict accordance with all state, local, and federal environmental standards and regulations.
• Operated, cleaned, inspected, and serviced wheeled equipment to facilitate maintenance activities.
• Maintained strict adherence to property accountability control, Foreign Object Damage (FOD) prevention, and safety protocols at all times.
• Utilized a diverse array of repair and test equipment, including welders, torches, pressure testers, and electrical testers.

Mechanic - KBR - Iraq

(2004-09 - 2005-09)

• Troubleshot electrical systems using schematics, multimeters, and STE-ICE (Standardized Test Equipment - Intermediate/Component Examiner), achieving over 95% daily success rate.
• Executed repairs on fuel injection systems and engines.
• Inspected, serviced, maintained, repaired, and replaced equipment.
• Conducted pre-inspections of equipment before Quality Inspection, contributing to a 95% readiness rate.
• Identified potential risks at early stages, preventing numerous engine replacements through equipment testing.
• Repaired engines, drive trains, brakes, electrical systems, fuel systems, and transfer cases.
• Replaced components at the lowest possible level and performed necessary adjustments.
• Conducted functional testing to verify complete repairs and detect latent faults.

Tire and Battery Service Technician - Sam's Club - Fairbanks

(2004-06 - 2004-08)

• Applied repair procedures following established charts and technical manuals.
• Repaired, relined, replaced, and adjusted brakes.
• Followed detailed checklists to inspect critical components such as belts, hoses, steering systems, spark plugs, brake and fuel systems, wheel bearings, and other potentially problematic areas.
• Performed comprehensive repair and modification work on heavy/light equipment and vehicles powered by internal combustion engines.
• Executed routine maintenance services, including oil changes, lubrication, and tune-ups.
• Disassembled units and inspected parts for wear using precision measurement tools like micrometers, calipers, and gauges.

63H Diesel Mechanic and Equipment Inspector - United States Army - Fort Riley

(2000-01 - 2003-06)

• Selected and implemented appropriate courses of action for complex repairs.
• Provided preventive maintenance for tractors and trailers, ensuring accurate completion of work orders.
• Performed road calls and emergency services as required.
• Communicated professionally with customers, team members, and management.
• Conducted all levels of preventive maintenance functions, including regular servicing of vehicles and equipment inspections.
• Trained and assisted other technicians in performing preventive maintenance and repairs on facilities and equipment, including trucks, tractors, and trailers.
• Generated and completed work order entries, maintaining meticulous work order and vehicle maintenance records.
• Executed electrical diagnostics, repairs, and replacements.
• Led and/or assisted with physical parts inventory, receiving, and proper charge-out of parts to work orders.
• Utilized the maintenance software program to create and complete work orders efficiently.

Certification - Drivers Training - United States Army

Certification - Track Vehicle Mechanic - United States Army

Associates Degree - Automotive Technician - Universal Technical Institute

Certification - Sun Oscilloscope Operator - Universal Technical Institute

Certification - M1A2 Abrams

Certification - Security of Arms, Ammunition and Explosives

Certification - Key and Locks Control