Brian Brekke

Glendale, AZ 85302 (602) 885-0302 email: brian.brekke@us.army.mil Linked In: www.linkedin.com/in/brianbrekke

Summary of Qualifications: Ensure adherence to policies and regulations. Created and led teams to successful completion of mission within stringent time frame. Knowledge of Army maintenance policies and regulations. Assemble and present comprehensive presentations. Prepare, proofread, and correct reports and presentations for Brigade and below. Identify areas for improvement; implement changes to improve. Plan, conduct, and follow up of meetings. Communicate effectively across all levels of organization. Proficient in MS Office suite, to include Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, and Access and MS Project.

Educational Background: DeVry University Bachelor Science, Technical Management Project Management, Business Analysis

Glendale, AZ December 2012

Military Experience: (MSG/E8) Phoenix, AZ Arizona Army National Guard April 1982 September 2012 Positions held; First Sergeant, Support Plans Operations (SPO) NCOIC, S4 (Logistics) Maintenance NCO, Maintenance Control NCO, Platoon Sergeant, C-E Repair Section Leader. Developed/Coordinated logistical training exercise for Brigade HQ. Ensure subordinate units are in compliance with Army, State and Local regulations for Supply, Maintenance and environmental areas. Ground Maintenance Program Manager for an Aviation Brigade Supervise a section responsible for many facets of battlefield logistics to include maintenance, transportation, and warehousing. Managed many different commodities such as fuel, repair parts, subsistence, and vehicles. Managed workload for a maintenance company while deployed. Developed training programs for subordinate units/personnel. Safety Program Manager for Maintenance Company of 200 personnel and 30 different occupations. Review and approve military pay documents. Conduct compliance inspections on subordinate units. Oversaw PBUSE operation.

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Employment Experience: Electronic Measurement Equipment Mechanic (Calibration Technician Lead) Phoenix, AZ Arizona National Guard November 2009 September 2012 Assign workload to 5 employees. Ensure Lab adheres to OSHA, and other regulatory agencies, safety standards at all times. Monitor and evaluate QA/QC program is in compliance with Army Regulations. Write calibration procedures for new equipment if one does not exist. Investigate and resolve any issues with customers turning in their Test, Measure, and Diagnostic (TMDE) equipment. Advise command on Radiation Safety issues. Identify need for training and procure the required training for the technicians. Coordinate for quick turnaround of equipment for deploying units. Identify and implement controls to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction. Managed the state Calibration Program. Make arrangements for travel to conferences, training or other TDY duties for section.

Electronic Measurement Equipment Mechanic (Calibration Technician) Phoenix, AZ Arizona National Guard February 1991 November 2009 Calibrate a variety of Test, Measure and Diagnostic Equipment, to include pressure gages, calipers, dial indicators, torque and force reading equipment, radiation reading instruments, multimeters, signal generators, oscilloscopes, frequency counters, and others. Prepare calibration reports as required. Ensure calibration standards are kept in good working order, conduct crosschecks and other periodic checks and services as required. Conduct routine and special radiation surveys. Maintain clear and uncluttered work spaces.