Edward Blackwell is a mechanical specialist and Army veteran with 5 years of experience as a wheeled vehicle mechanic in the Army. He has a secret security clearance and led teams of 15, managing maintenance for 120 vehicles. He possesses extensive knowledge of hydraulic systems, fuel systems, engines, and brakes. He has received multiple awards for his outstanding performance and professionalism in the Army.

1. EDWARD BLACKWELL
San Antonio, TX 78247
704.223.1817
EdwardBlackwell24@yahoo.com
https://www.linkedin.com/pub/edward-blackwell/106/b4a/b67
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Mechanical Specialist and Military Veteran with a Secret Security Clearance and 5 years of proven experience in the
United States Army. Accomplished measurable results while leading teams of 15 in a dynamic, fast - paced
environment. Possess a comprehensive background in preventative vehicle maintenance, troubleshooting, and
repair derived from conducting domestic operations. Managed risk upon multiple lines to protect assets property
and equipment valued over $15M while meeting the expectations of senior leadership. Possess extensive knowledge
in hydraulic systems, fuel systems, engines and brake systems. Recipient of multiple awards for outstanding
performance and professionalism in the United States Army.
 Leadership / Supervision  Diagnostics & Repair  Hydraulic & Fuel Systems
 Quality Assurance
 Electrical Systems
 Training & Development
 Engine Assembly
 Data Entry / Analysis
 Microsoft Office Suite
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
UNITED STATES ARMY – Various Locations 2010 – Present
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic
 Worked as a system administrator and parts clerk, working with enterprise software similar to SAP. Focused
on parts return resulted in saving the Army roughly $150,000
 Willingly accepted roles above my rank, such as Shop Foreman, Senior Mechanic and Motor Sergeant.
Learned time and personnel management skills with these added responsibilities
 Recognized for expert knowledge of maintenance and outstanding ability to troubleshoot and repair
deficiencies on military equipment
 Responsible for the scheduling of maintenance for 120 vehicles for the unit always insuring vehicles were
mission ready at all times
 Increased overall operational readiness rate by reducing the over-30 day maintenance average by 83% and
increasing the overall production index by 51%
Safeway Chevrolet – Burgaw, NC 2010
Mechanic
 Maintained a high standard for maintenance and vehicle inspections. Enhanced skills for working with
attention to detail
 Became skilled in changing the many different types of tires and balancing them. Had a 100% rate for no
damage to tires or their wheels
 Always on time and did not mind working overtime. Spent many hours assisting other mechanics on their
jobs and acquiring new skills
 Repaired or serviced on average 25 cars a week
Emergency Energy SystemsInc. – Wallace, NC 2009 – 2010
Generator Technicians Assistant
 Worked on a variety of gasoline, diesel and propane fueled engines. Refurbished and repaired the many
different engine and power unit combinations
 Learned to disassemble and reassemble many different engines and their components
 Learned how to read schematics and diagrams. Applied and used them for diagnostic purposes

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EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS
Bachelor of Arts in Mechanical Engineering – Pursuing
Specialized Training:
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic School
Standard Army Maintenance System Training
GCSS Army Certification
NOTABLE AWARDS
Army Achievement Medal (x2)
Army Good Conduct Medal
Certificate of Appreciation
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Software: Microsoft Office (2003, 2007, 2010, 2013)
(Access, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Outlook, Project, Publisher, Visio, InfoPath, SharePoint)
Operating Systems: Mac / Microsoft Windows (95, 98, XP, Vista), Windows 10