PAUL J.

DECOEUR
(951) 244-8416
pd4b86bc@westpost.net
OBJECTIVE: Seeking Fleet Manager of Motor Transport or Engineer Equipment, Main
tenance Supervisor, Quality Assurance Inspector, Team Site Leader, Program Manag
er, Field Service Representative, Heavy Mobile Mechanic or Driver, Mechanical In
spector
QUALIFICATIONS: Over 25 years experience managing many varying fleets of Motor
Transport and Engineer Equipment. In these capacities, I supervised different l
evels of staff, motor transport operators and mechanics within intermediate/orga
nic maintenance shops with a focus on personnel, shop and equipment safety; prep
ared internal readiness support; oversaw shop improvements, and ensured customer
readiness and satisfaction. Managed vehicular maintenance repairs, troubleshoo
ting mechanical electrical systems, preventive and corrective maintenance perfor
ming Preventive Maintenance Checks Services, performed maintenance management su
pervisory functions. Furthermore, I have experience in Quality Control and provi
ding Customer Service and Satisfaction. Conduct of Convoys in a hazardous and le
thal environment. My more common skills include:
Leadership, Responsible, Dependable, Resourceful, Versatile/Flexible, Training/C
ounseling, Personnel/Shop Safety, Administration, Management skills, Production
Leader, Technical Inspector
SKILLS/ TRADE/ LICENSES
Passed 473 Postal Examination 9/2006
Maintenance Management Information Systems
Fiber Optic Technician (ETA) Certification
EPA section 609 Certification (MVAC)
Commercial A & B Licenses [doubles, tankers, bus,]
FCC General Radio License w/Radar Endorsement Troubleshooting
Computer Diagnostics, Electrical Diagrams, Electronic Schematics
Technical Manual Research (manual and electronic)
MSDS (CD-ROM) Material Safety Data Sheet
CFR 49 Regulations., i.e., Explosives, Ammo, Hazmat, etc
North Carolina State Journeyman Automotive Maintenance Level Certification
EDUCATION / MILITARY TRAINING:
29 Credits, Associate of Applied Science Degree in Computer Science, Aviation &
Electronic Schools of America.
2010 Navistar/International Performance Maintenance Internet Web School.
2008 MRAP International Maintenance Truck Training School West Point MS.
2008 Field Service Representative Dyn Corporation Balad Iraq.
2008 SAEDA, OPESEC, Cultural Awareness, Anti- Terrorism Level 1, Combat Stress,
Suicide Prevention, Army Values, UCMJ, Force Protection, Code of Conduct, Frater
nization Policy, IED, First Aid, Ft. Benning GA.
2007 Aviation Electronic Schools of America, Colfax CA.
2007 Anti Terrorism Training Army Course, Houston TX.
2005 California Career School, San Diego CA.
2004 Motor Transport Maintenance Supervisor Course, Camp Pendleton CA
2004 Amphibious Warfare School, USMC, Camp Jejune NC.
2001 Staff Non Commissioned Officer Advance Course, USMC, Camp Jejune NC.
1999 Fire Truck Maintenance School P-19, United States Air Force, Chanute IL.
1988 Defense OSHA Hazardous Waste Course, USMC, Austin TX.
1997 Motor Transport Non Commissioned Officer Course, USMC, Camp Pendleton CA.
1996 Staff Non Commissioned Officer Career Course, USMC, Camp Pendleton CA.
1993 Logistic Vehicle Maintenance Course, USMC, Camp Johnson NC.
1990 Non Commissioned Officer School, USMC, Camp Jejune NC.
1988 Defense Hazardous Waste Course USMC, Camp Jejune NC.
1986 Advance Automotive Repair Course, USMC, Camp Johnson NC.
1986 Integrated Maintenance Management System Course, USMC, Camp Jejune NC.
1984 Basic Automotive Repair Course, USMC, Camp Johnson NC.
142 Military Institute Courses (MCI's), USMC, Quantico VA.
CLEARANCE: Secret (2008)
RELOCATION: Prefer California, Oregon, Colorado, Florida or Washington but will
ing to relocate.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
4-2008 to Present: Field Service Representative, Dyn Corporation International N
avistar Defense, OIF Iraq.
I'm currently working has an International Field Representative Navistar (MRAP)
Mine Resistance Ambush Protected Combat Truck working with Army units. I give te
chnical and parts resource advice to the military out in the field.
I worked on the electronic diagnostic electrical systems troubleshooting using a
n Ez-Tech International laptop Computer troubleshooting engine and body wiring d
iagnostic codes.
I have worked on the following system areas in the field computer diagnostics en
gine, transmission, ac systems, heater, NBC Life Support System (LSS), Fire Supp
ression, power steering, HEUI fuel system, air switch pack, engine, Allison Tran
smission codes, wiring diagrams, air-brake, hydraulic, instrument panel, suspens
ion, Bendix anti-lock, Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS), on 12
and 24 volt military electrical systems.
During my time out in the field I provide technical advice and parts resource to
acquire necessary parts on any corrective or deadline equipment. I have work ve
ry closely with several Army Maintenance Officers, Motor Sergeants, and shop mec
hanics providing maintenance support and parts information to keep their MAXX PR
O/PLUS MRAPS working during my time over in the Middle East.
During my time working has a FSR I worked on several different variants of Mraps
to include Cougars, Jerrvy, RG-31, RG-33, Camen, and International IMG models o
f Mine Resistance Armor Protected vehicles in the field at several maintenance C
RT shops. I have repaired and replace several major components to including Engi
nes, Transmissions, Front/Rear Axles, Ac Systems Components, Engine and Chassis
Wiring Harness, on several Battle Damage trucks.
I understand how to installed Rhino's, duke's hardware, wiring and troubleshoot
complex mechanical and electrical components.
Train Army Soldiers in maintenance repairs and preventive maintenance checks and
services on Mraps. Write field issue awareness reports and provided maintenance
corrections that needed to be addressed at the production plant so deficiencies
are brought forward so repairs can be corrected on assembly line.
Diagnosis the following sensors engine oil, engine coolant, intake air temperatu
re, accelerator position sensor, injection control, TCM, manifold absolute, engi
ne oil pressure sensors, hall effect, exhaust SRA, cam position, Electronic Cont
rol Module, Power Distribution, 24 volt Center Control Module and magnetic picku
p sensors.
Vast knowledge how to troubleshoot Air Condition systems recovery, vacuum, charg
e, and repair using an Ez-tech AC machine replacing R-134A refrigerates. I know
how to replace AC compressors, evaporators, condensers, high/low pressure switch
es and hoses, Ac Retro Kits installed and have preformed technical workmanship o
n malfunctions and repaired defective parts.
I have work for several years with the Army Supply system I understand how to is
sue, turn-in, inventory and receive parts at the SSA or class 9 Supply point. I
was not a SAMS clerk put I was a Mimms Clerk and have done data punching to orde
r parts, bench shop stock, track parts status during my time in the military wil
ling to train for new challenging position. I know how to read and fill out 5988
, 2104, maintenance reports for the military.
5-2007 to 10-2007: Heavy Support Mechanic, Army Contractor, Lear Siegler Service
s Inc., Sierra Army Depot, Herlong Ca.
Install and replace components on 600&3000 GPH (ROWPU) Reverse Osmosis Water Pur
ification Unit model WPESI type 1, 2, 3 skid assemblies and 3k model WTA-060 sys
tems.
Experience changing the filter systems, timer assembly, media tank, RO pressure
tubes, end caps, multimedia control valves, body valves, valve seats, diaphragm
6 way valve components, packing seal kits and removal of media material.
Install and replace all rubber components and new Victaulic piping clamps and pl
umbing hardware for ROWPU systems. Install and replace broken raw water flow gau
ge, reverse osmosis vessel Gage, multimedia filter gauge, cartridge filter gauge
, NBC filter tank, backwash system control valve, circuit breakers, distribution
pump, raw water pump, high pressure pump, air compressor, booster pump, gas mon
itor system, regulator valve, cartridge filters, media filters, inlet/outlet fil
ters, heater thermostat, heater system, power supply cable, air dryer, air tank,
hypo-chlorine injectors, media tank, differential valve, manifold bleed valve,
media flush valve, high pressure pump and chemical feed pump.
Repair and rebuild 4 cylinder Union high pressure pumps Model TD-28 and 5 cylind
er Weatley Model 12462 with new packing material, suction valves, discharge valv
es, new o-ring kits, pistons, deflectors, and pump seals.
Install and repair electric 200 AC 3 phase 208-230/460 volts 60 HZ 1 HP electric
motor with new bearings, fan assembly, stator, hub, pulley, impeller, armature
and new packing seal material. Repair and replace the RO pump with new seals and
packing material.
Repair or replace single phase 1 HP 60 HZ 115-280/230 volts electric motor with
all new components or repair parts that are not found serviceable.
Install and repair chemical pump system and replace any ball valves, water gauge
s, copper lines, 3&6 way valves, or piping that needs to be repaired or replaced
.
Perform and monitor a 10 hour performance function system test checking for corr
ect operation and mechanical repairs for any system leaks before leaving for fin
al inspection.
Install and replace mechanical components on M-872 semi flat bed trailers such a
s: brake drums, tires, air brake chambers, trunnion bushings, slack adjusters, a
xle bushings, air lines, brake lines, all electrical wiring threw the entire tra
iler assembly, repair all check valves, repack wheel bearings, and inspect prope
r installation off all trailer
components before leaving for final inspection.
I have perform Annual, Bi-Annual, Semi Annual services and corrective maintenanc
e on following ground equipment 1 1/4, 2 1/4, 3 TON, 5 TON, 7 TON, M-998, M-103
4, M-1097, M-1123, M-966, M-997, M-1038, M-1083, M-1123, M-1124, M-1113, M-1114,
M-115, M-151 Armor, M-813, M-825, M-826, M-923, M-925, M-926, M-927, M-936, MVT
, Hemet, PLMS, FLMT Combat Trucks and M-1101, M-1102, M-1076, M-353, M-796, M-20
0, M-149, M-105 trailers. Performing preventive maintenance checks and services
changing all gear hubs, electrical systems transmission, engine, transfer, diffe
rentials, oil/fuel filters, transmission filters and radiator antifreeze fluids
in accordance to the technical manual. On a daily basis I perform corrective mai
ntenance and electrical troubleshooting on various mechanical components and rep
air/replace defective deadline parts. I can adjusts, replace parts make extensiv
e repairs on combat vehicles dismantling, installing, repairing, and reassemblin
g and testing units such as pumps, motors, impellers, compressors, chillers, rec
eivers, condensers, and evaporators. These repairs include, installing and fitti
ng connecting rods, rear main seals, oil pans, input/output differentials seals,
gear hub seals, transfer seals, crank shafts, timing chains, cam shaft, piston
rings, bearings, bushings and overhauling valves by adjusting or replacing gaske
ts springs, floats, diaphragms, valve fittings, seals, & couplings; installing m
otors, transmissions, transfers, spindle lock nuts, wheel bearings, hub gears &
flywheels.
For many years I have done Corrective and Preventive repairs on combat equipment
that involves the repair and modification of combustion powered heavy duty vehi
cles and heavy mobile equipment. I have hydraulic, pneumatic, or mechanical syst
ems EXPERIENCE working on construction, combat, earth moving, commercial equipme
nt, and comparable heavy duty skills on industrial equipment. Such vehicles and
equipment may include bulldozers, road graders, crawler tractors, power shovels,
combat trucks, Heavy Tucks, commercial equipment, cranes, large transporters an
d fire trucks. I have assembled, disassemble, repair or modify components and sy
stems on all major end items on combat ground gear. I have replaced brakes shoes
, hub seals, brake drums, wheel bearings, pintle hooks, oil cooler lines, AC lin
es, surge tanks, oil coolers, intake, manifold gaskets, turbo, lifting legs, tir
es, exhaust stacks, body components, electrical wiring, gauges, fuel tanks, elec
trical wiring, propeller shafts, universal joints, brake calipers, wheel seals,
differential output/input seals, oil pans, rear main seals, head gaskets, water
pumps, fuel pumps, injection pumps, transfer seals, brake chambers, transmission
filters, marker lights, dash lights, head lights, tie rod ends, ball joints, li
fting shackles, propeller shafts, troop seats, marker lights, reflectors, and el
ectrical components.
2005- 2007: Motor Transport / Engineer Equipment Maintenance Supervisor, Marine
Base, Camp Pendleton, CA.
Responsible for accountability, quality control, and maintaining maintenance rep
airs for over $22,000,000.00 of motor transport and utility tactical equipment.
Quality Control Assurance Inspector responsible for inspecting frames, repairs,
inspecting, preventive maintenance/corrective maintenance repairs for HUMMV'S, 5
Ton's, 7 Ton's, LVS, and 936 Wreckers tactical ground vehicles.
Logistics coordinator/material expeditor tracking supplies, collection of data,
obtaining, routing, open purchase receipts, receipting, issuing and expediting s
upplies parts equipment and other class 9 materials supplies for our maintenance
battalion.
I understand how to use the Fed Log system looking up parts, material characteri
stics, supply codes, and shipping cost to order the correct maintenance parts in
a timely manner.
Managed daily operations training and provided administrative advice counseling
for 115 mechanics this included being responsible for tracking personnel and the
ir training requirements for Marines being deployed/returning back from Iraq.
I have preformed preventive maintenance checks and services and corrective maint
enance repairs on MEP 18A, MEP 005A, MEP 006A, MEP 008A on Generator Diesel Engi
nes.
I have over 24 years of Heavy Diesel Mechanic experience working on 21/2 ton's,
5 ton's, 7 ton's, 10 ton's and 24 ton's semi trailer military vehicles, fire tr
ucks, motor cycles, M-1008 CUCV, HUMMV'S A/1, A/2 models, pickup trucks, M-936 w
recker boom assemblies, gasoline engines, diesel engines, transmissions, transfe
rs, axle shaft, electrical wiring, gauges, hydraulic pumps, cylinders, electrica
l motors, buses, hydraulic booms, pneumatic mechanical systems on government mil
itary combat equipment.
I have experience with assemble, disassemble, corrective maintenance repairs on
replacing engines, transmissions, axle shafts, brake calipers, brake lines, fuel
lines, transfers, constant velocity u- joints, brake components, electrical wir
ing hardness, hydraulic pumps, electrical components, tires, rims, drive shaft a
ssemblies, replacing spark plugs, timing lights, volt meter, timing chains, inje
ction pumps, instrument panels, fuel and electric gauges, propeller shafts, torq
ue rods, trunnion bushings, wheel bearings, on heavy mobile equipment mechanical
components.
I also have organized, supervised, managed, and correctly done mechanical preven
tive maintenance checks and services replacing fuel filters, oil filters, draine
d oil, lubricants, transmission fluids, battery fluid levels, disposed of batter
y acid, antifreeze, brake fluid, fuel, and oil in compliance to OSHA and hazardo
us waste procedures for over 24 years has a Motor Transport Supervisor for the M
arine Corps.
I can supervise, lead or perform various duties concerned with the operation, ma
intenance, and use of equipment, shops, building, laundries, printing plants, po
wer plants, cemeteries, have technical or managerial knowledge and ability as we
ll as a practical knowledge of trades, crafts, or manual labor operations. I can
perform maintenance boilers, hot water heaters, heat pumps, precipitators. I c
an perform maintenance and repair on boilers, precipitators, boiler and plant au
xiliaries, including ash conveyors, coal conveyors, pumps, tanks, valves, oil he
aters (steam and electric), pipe lines and systems, and burner and boiler contro
ls (electrical and, mechanical and pneumatic work. I have a variety of multi-tra
de tasks ability involved in the upkeep of buildings, grounds, structures, facil
ities and utility systems include the performance of visual examinations, qualit
y control and operational tests to determine the need for and the performance of
maintenance and repair work on the level of difficulty and responsibility of a
journeyman mechanic. Such duties involve the knowledge and ability to perform a
ir conditioning refrigeration, electrical, plumbing, showers, sinks, pipefitting
, sheet metal, painting, wood craft, masonry and locksmith related work tasks.
I have been on several commanding generals inspection teams inspecting maintenan
ce procedures, corrective maintenance, depot maintenance, supply parts control,
Master Log Book, Trip tickets, Operational Maintenance, technical publications,
tool room control, quality control procedures, calibrations control, standard op
erating procedures, desktops, turn-over folders.
Supervised and managed shop and equipment tool inventories for approximately $65
0,000 in shop sets.
Supervised and monitored Preventive Maintenance Services, desk tops, turn over f
olders, for 160 tactical trucks, 40 trailers, and 7 wreckers.
Supervised and monitored tactical equipment being submitted for repairs into our
(CARC) corrosion control maintenance facility.
Supervised and managed all intermediate/organic maintenance performance on repai
rs and administrative procedures.
Mentored and trained mechanics in automotive proficient standards, hazardous mat
erials processing procedures, and overall shop safety.
Administered and analyzed all maintenance management reports utilized in trackin
g parts orders and attendant functions for tracking maintenance status and accou
ntability of 184 pieces of tactical equipment using an automated Daily Process R
eport (DPR).
Responsible for and supervised the welfare, counseling, leadership, discipline a
nd training of personnel under and within my section.
Supervised automated fuel consumption reports and monitored maintenance manageme
nt information systems for abnormal trends in order to maintain maximum producti
vity.
Managed and supervised our pre-expanded bins (PEB) for correct stocking levels a
nd reordering of Preventive Maintenance stocked consumable items.
2004-2005: Motor Transport Maintenance Parts Tracker and Supply Administrator,
OIF, I MEF, Iraq.
Supervised processing and tracking of all parts requests, tools and consumable s
upply item transactions for the I MEF fleet of vehicles.
Facilitated various support capabilities to all levels within the Department of
Defense (DOD), civilian & military.
Logistics Supervisor parts expeditor tracking all equipment and supplies for our
maintenance battalion during deployment in Iraq.
Responsible for control of HAZMAT collection point and Transportation of Disposa
l items to DLA Defense Reutilization and Marketing Service (DRMS) staging points
in Iraq.
Assistant Convoy Commander for 90 personnel transporting supplies, fuel, cargo a
nd parts during Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF II) to all the western bases in Ira
q.
Managed and monitored the organic/intermediate maintenance shops production repo
rt for supply parts, timely repairs and status of the equipment.
Quality control inspector responsible for proper installation of MAKK amour kits
installed on to tactical equipment during Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Managed all technical publications; ordered and accounting for all pubs that sup
ported repair of combat vehicles.
Received, monitored, tracked, and issued parts at our control issue supply point
ordering parts, tracking parts, open purchase request, credit card purchases, s
upply inventory, and supervised shop inventory of shop overhead.
1996-2003: Motor Transport Maintenance Shop Leader, United States Marines Corps
, Camp Jejune, NC.
Supervised and coordinated shop activities for 90 automotive mechanics and assig
ned daily work duties.
Managed over $12 million of equipment, tool room, Pre Expend Bin item inventorie
s and equipment repair part orders.
Hazardous waste coordinator responsible for proper training, inventory, disposal
, desktops, and SOP'S (shop operating procedures), and proper hazmat procedures
waste disposal plans for two satellite sites at our group maintenance battalion.
Created, scheduled and supervised regular maintenance programs for more than 285
vehicles and shop support equipment items.
Trained individual automotive diesel mechanics in the use of hand tools, electri
c and test diagnostic equipment, as well as shop safety while working in the mai
ntenance shop.
Supervised and monitored the Daily Dispatch Log Book for 65 Motor Transport Driv
ers and 14 GME (government military equipment).
Evaluated performance and regularly counseled junior employees through daily obs
ervation and performance.
Requisitioned repair parts and stock items and anticipated repair costs for curr
ent and future budget purposes.
Supervised automated fuel management and maintenance management information syst
ems, analyzing data for abnormal trends in order to maintain maximum productivit
y.
Maintained parts issue point ordering parts, tracking, open purchase request, in
ventory, and supervised shop inventory of shop overhead.
Managed and supervised hazardous waste material sites and safety inspection prog
ram in accordance with OSHA regulation for our maintenance battalion.
1983-1996 Heavy Truck Automotive Diesel Mechanic, United States Marine Corps, Ca
mp Pendleton, CA.
Supervised the floor maintenance on all equipment and provided management with d
aily update status of personnel and asset availability, and posture of gear in t
he maintenance cycle. I understand Big tools, big machines and big challenges!
Perform various duties involving the repair and modification of combustion powe
red heavy duty vehicles and heavy mobile equipment. I know maintenance and have
extensive knowledge on utility systems or special hydraulic, pneumatic, or mech
anical systems, features and controls that are designed for construction, combat
, earth moving, ship loading, firefighting and comparable heavy duty, industrial
vehicles and equipment may include bulldozers, road graders, crawler tractors,
power shovels, locomotives, combat tanks, cranes, large transporters and fire tr
ucks. As a Heavy Mobile mechanic I'm consider a master technician and have the a
bilities and skills to assemble, disassemble, repair or modify components and sy
stems.
Repaired, installed, replace, troubleshoot electrical and mechanical components
for M-151, M-813, M-823, 825, M-923, 925, 927, M-936 wreckers, HUMMV'S A-1/ A-2
series, 7 TON'S series. Installed and repaired engines, transfer cases, suspens
ion system, axles, propeller shafts, transmissions, disk brakes, brake component
s, power steering pumps, electrical systems for several military equipment.
Performed and diagnostic troubleshooting checks on organic diesel equipment as w
ell as all incoming customer service requests, supply request, receipts, work or
der, and receiving documents for our shop. This included electronic computer con
trol, electronic fuel injection, hydraulic brake, air brake, anti-lock brake, co
oling and suspension systems, as well as drive trains and power trains.
REFERENCES:
1. Tim Kaarbo Government Wage Leader (530) 827-4784
2. Billy Rowlings Government Supervisor (530) 827-4784
3. CW0-3 Speller Platoon Commander Marine Corps (760) 583-5435 or (760) 725-6280
4. Derrick Tucker Regional Manger FedEx (916) 296-5311 or (916) 375-8774
5. Major Barry Arnwine S-4 Officer Marine Corps (540) 288-9822 or (540) 604-8224
6. MSgt Raul Catiq Program Manager Marine Corps (229) 878-0003 or (229) 669-5766

PROFESSIONAL RATINGS, AWARDS, AND RECOGNITIONS ACCOMPLISHMENTS / AWARDS

1 Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal
3 Navy and Marine Corps Navy Achievement Medal
2 Joint Meritorious Unit Award
2 Navy Unit Commendation
1 Navy Meritorious Unit Commendation
7 Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal
2 National Defense Service Medal
1 Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal
1 Southwest Asia Service Medal
1 Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
1 Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
4 Sea Service Deployment Ribbon
1 Kuwait Liberation Medal
1 Certificate of Commendation
2 Certificate of Appreciation
3 Letters of Appreciation
5 Meritorious Mast