- Commercial Vehicle Operator
- General Maintenance
- Supply Requisition/Acquisition Management
- Crafting and DIY Projects
- I like looking at the stars and learning about constellations
- Outdoor Recreation
- Gym Workouts
- Virtual Reality
- Playing Sports
- Team Sports
Nathan Miller
Jacksonville
Summary
Dynamic Motor Transport Maintenance Chief with extensive experience at the Marine Corps, adept in fleet management and diagnostic equipment. Proven track record in optimizing maintenance programs and enhancing team performance through effective training. Skilled in diesel engine repair and committed to safety compliance, ensuring high-quality service and operational excellence.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Motor Transport Maintenance Chief
Marine Corps
Camp Lejeune NC, Camp Pendleton CA, Ft. Detrick MD
12.2009 - Current
- Monitored daily progress and work quality to provide guidance and direction to mechanics and installers.
- Monitored equipment, tools and system upgrades to compile data into detailed reports for upper management.
- Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
- Contributed to development, implementation, and execution of maintenance programs.
- Supervised team of installers and mechanics to complete work on time and to company standards.
- Shrunk knowledge gaps with ongoing training and close employee mentoring for new and less experienced team members.
- Managed efficient teams of up to 40 employees.
- Kept watchful eye on equipment inventories, optimizing work readiness and aligning supplies with specifications for each job.
- Created and maintained daily and weekly reports for upper management.
- Optimized supply levels to keep stock within ideal parameters for expected needs.
- Organized ongoing maintenance schedules to boost system performance.
- Utilized proper tools and materials to adhere to safety guidelines.
- Efficiently assisted service workers with problematic transactions to maintain customer satisfaction and quickly rectify issues.
- Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
- Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
- Evaluated final results to determine quality levels and isolate root causes of any identified faults.
Motor Transport Maintenance Technician
Marine Corps
Cherry Point NC, Okinawa JP, Camp Pendleton CA
08.1999 - 11.2009
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on tactical vehicles.
- Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
- Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Coordinated with parts department to determine availability of necessary components.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
Education
No Degree - Transportation Logistics Management
American Military University
Charleston, WVCourse Certificate - Military Studies
Staff Non-Commissioned Officer E-8 Seminar
Camp Pendleton, CA09-2020
Course Certificate - Military Studies
Senior Enlisted Joint PME
Online09-2018
Course Diploma - Motor Transport Maintenance
Motor Transport Maintenance Chiefs Course
Camp Johnson, NC09-2015
Course Certificate - Military Studies
The 7 Habits Of Highly Effective People
Camp Pendleton, CA08-2015
Course Diploma - Military Studies
Staff Non-Commissioned Officer Advanced Course
Camp Pendleton, CA03-2015
Course Diploma - Military Studies
Combat Instructor School
Camp Pendleton, CA09-2012
Course Diploma - Military Studies
Staff Non-Commissioned Officer Career Course
Quantico, VA06-2009
Course Diploma - Military Studies
Sergeants Course
Camp Pendleton, CA10-2005
Course Certificate - Commercial A &B Driver Training Program
California Career School
Anaheim, CA08-2005
Course Diploma - Automotive Maintenance
Automotive Organizational Maintenance Course
Camp Johnson, NC08-1999
Skills
- Shop safety procedures
- Fleet management
- Glass replacement
- Suspension systems
- Fuel systems
- Hydraulic systems
- Cooling systems
- Diagnostic equipment
- Steering mechanisms
- Equipment inspection
- Diesel engine repair
- Electrical systems
- Brake systems
- Air conditioning systems
- Road testing
- Environmental awareness
- Scheduling repairs
- Maintenance planning
- Heavy Vehicle Operations
- Hazardous Material/Explosive Driver Certified
Accomplishments
- Successfully managed maintenance operations at 8 different Marine Corps Unit's
- Supervised teams of up to 40 automotive repair technicians..
- Achieved automotive maintenance repairs by completing maintenance tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Achieved successful maintenance operations through effectively training, planning, and supervision.
- Effectively procured repair parts and supplies through the Defense Logistics Agency as well as Marine Corps Supply Chain.
- Successfully maintained Motor Transport operational readiness throughout 27 year Marine Corps Career.
Affiliations
- United States Marine Corps
Certification
- Automotive Maintenance Technician
- Hazardous Materials/Explosive Driver
- Motor Transport License Examiner
- Combat Marksmanship Coach
- Formal School Instructor
- Sharepoint Basic Site Manager
- Motor Transport Maintenance Chief
- Commercial Class A Driver Permit
Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal
PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT IN THE SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE OF HIS DUTIES WHILE SERVING AS MAINTENANCE CHIEF AND PLATOON SERGEANT, MAINTENANCE PLATOON, TRUCK COMPANY ALPHA, HEADQUARTERS BATTALION, 1ST MARINE DIVISION FROM FEBRUARY 2010 TO JULY 2012. STAFF SERGEANT MILLER METICULOUSLY SUPERVISED THE ORGANIZATIONAL LEVEL MAINTENANCE PROGRAM FOR TRUCK COMPANY ALPHA, ENCOMPASSING 268 ORGANIC VEHICLES, 25 MINE RESISTANT AMBUSH PROTECTED AND ALL TERRAIN VEHICLES FROM WITHIN 1ST MARINE DIVISION LICENSING. HIS EFFORTS DIRECTLY INCREASED HEADQUARTERS BATTALIONS COMBAT READINESS AND SUPPORT THROUGHOUT TASK FORCE LEATHERNECK. STAFF SERGEANT MILLER DID AN EXCEPTIONAL JOB OF PRIORITIZING REPAIRS, KEEPING ACCURATE RECORDS, AND REQUISITIONING CRITICAL REPAIR PARTS DURING AN EXTREMELY CHALLENGING PERIOD OF HIGH DEPLOYMENT AND OPERATIONAL TEMPO. AS PLATOON SERGEANT, STAFF SERGEANT MILLER EFFECTIVELY MENTORED AND ENSURED THE WELL BEING AND TASKING OF MORE THAN 60 TECHNICIANS. STAFF SERGEANT MILLERS EXCEPTIONAL PROFESSIONALISM, UNELENTING PERSEVERANCE, AND LOYAL DEVOTION TO DUTY REFLECTED CREDIT UPON HIM AND WERE IN KEEPING WITH THE HIGHEST TRADITIONS OF THE MARINE CORPS AND UNITED STATES NAVAL SERVICE.
Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, Marine Corps Commendation Medal 4th Award
I was awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal as well as 4 Marine Corp Commendation Medals for superior performance of duties while serving as a Motor Transport Maintenance Chief for 4 different Marine Corps units. These were awarded for maintaining excellent operational readiness, the successful training of maintenance technicians, as well as maintaining a high Marine Corps overall standard in the Motor Transport occupational field.
Interests
Timeline
Motor Transport Maintenance Chief
Marine Corps
12.2009 - Current
Motor Transport Maintenance Technician
Marine Corps
08.1999 - 11.2009
No Degree - Transportation Logistics Management
American Military University
Course Certificate - Military Studies
Staff Non-Commissioned Officer E-8 Seminar
Course Certificate - Military Studies
Senior Enlisted Joint PME
Course Diploma - Motor Transport Maintenance
Motor Transport Maintenance Chiefs Course
Course Certificate - Military Studies
The 7 Habits Of Highly Effective People
Course Diploma - Military Studies
Staff Non-Commissioned Officer Advanced Course
Course Diploma - Military Studies
Combat Instructor School
Course Diploma - Military Studies
Staff Non-Commissioned Officer Career Course
Course Diploma - Military Studies
Sergeants Course
Course Certificate - Commercial A &B Driver Training Program
California Career School
Course Diploma - Automotive Maintenance
Automotive Organizational Maintenance Course