1. KLAY R. GARDINER
2201 Linda Roberts Pl El Paso, TX 79938
(915) 269-3239
klay_gardiner@yahoo.com
klay.r.gardiner@us.army.mil
Career Objective:
To employ my excellent leadership, organization, business and communication skills within an organization
that demands the highest performance and encourages and promotes creativity and resourcefulness in its
employees.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Over twelve years experience in automated logistics, combat support operations, stock record
accounting, database management, warehouse operations, armory operations, and personnel training
and evaluation, hazmat, and chemical storing. 6 Years of experience with hazardous materials and
inspectable situation. Inspected Maintenance, Warehouse, Armory, and Supply Operations for
compliance with Army Doctrine. Prepared and analyzed periodic reports for senior management utilizing
Microsoft Office applications. Proficient with Windows 7, XP, Vista, and all Microsoft applications.
Provided courteous and professional customer assistance and established policies to address customer
concerns in a timely manner. Ensured disposal of hazardous or sensitive material complied with Army
regulations and local environmental laws. Managed and reviewed invoices for billing accuracy and
coordinated necessary adjustments with vendors. Possess a valid Security Clearance and U.S. passport.
Currently in the United States Army Reserve as an O1/2nd
Lieutenant as a 42B/Executive Officer
WORK EXPERIENCES:
Gemini Tech Service, LLC
Ft Bliss, TX 06/2013- Current
Human Resources Clerk
Transition section is where National Guard and Army Reserve soldiers process to get the form they need
in order to demobilize. Was thoroughly trained to accurately create a Form DD 214, in that training
learned to calculate soldier service time, awards, and all information to correctly issue the form. Extremely
proficient in customer-service skills and handling of customer on a HR level. Briefed incoming soldiers on
instruction of procedure and needed material in classroom element to help the soldiers process in timely
manner.
US ARMY (Conus Replacement Center)
SSG/ E-6 (Mobilized Reservist) FT Bliss, TX 02/2014 – 04/2015
CRC Operation/Human Resources NCOIC
Managed four soldiers and two civilians in operating process that dealt with redeploying soldiers and
civilians through the CRC operations. Responsible for the accountability of all redeploying personnel until
their departure. Trained and advised five soldiers and two civilians in the process of operations and files
that consist of Transition packets and personnel paperwork.
AC First
Kandahar, Afghanistan 12/2012- 05/2013
Supply Production Technician
Recreated inventory of automated parts using bin labels and shelves amongst other warehouse
procedures; Edits all received supply transactions and post into SAMSE as applicable; Generates hand
receipts and other accountability documentation, as directed, generates standard and ad hoc reports;
Processes data entry and transmits data to appropriate site; Edits and performs quality assurance and
quality control checks during the input of data from source documents; Assists in quality control edits by
retrieving reports for the data collectors, Organizes all completed source documents and mail with
appropriate attachments to filing site; manages labor hours through the SAMSE system for over 100
2. employees. Managed parts, controlled parts from inventory in and out of parts assigned area.
Accountable for shop supply and bench stock parts resulting in 100 percent inventoried accuracy valuing
over 300,000 dollars. Also in charge of Hazardous material and the storage of different chemical items in
secure and correction location
US ARMY (Demobilization and Deployment Brigade)
SSG/ E-6(Mobilized Reservist) FT Bliss, TX 10/2011 - 10/2012
Senior Warehouse Supply and Armory Logistician
Responsible for the storage, quick-maintenance, and supervision of over a million sensitive or high-dollar
items; maintained accountability of over 2000 unit's weapon systems to include M4 rifle, M16 rifle, M249
Machine gun, M2 50 Caliber Machine gun, MK19 Grenade launcher, and M9/Berretta pistols with a value
over 1 billion dollars, accountable for 300 keys that secure over 50,000 sensitive items inside of 10 secure
armory sites; dealt with packing of weapons for shipment to home station or Deployment destination
along with handling ammunition and explosive segregation, Also in charge of Hazardous material and the
storage of different chemical items in secure and corrected location, Supervised 9 personnel in the
department that handled over thousands of weapons to include quick fix repairs and sensitive items that
has zero loss or unaccountable pieces of equipment. Managed work orders that provided validation hours
for small arm repair personnel to validate all deploying and redeploying unit weapons; Maintained the
inventory of the weapons on manual US Army forms and in/out transaction logs until the transition to
SAMSE which I was responsible for; Accountable for all government property;
SAWTST, LLC
Tyrone, GA (Kandahar & Bagram, Afghanistan) 02/2010 - 03/2011
Contractor Field Technician
Provide highly responsive operations and user maintenance support services for the purpose of
identifying, documenting, and implementing proper repeatable processes and procedures to operate,
sustain, and manage SAMS-E. Assist in certification and validation of system data. Communicate rapidly
with USA and Government personnel regarding software application issues and provide instructions to
correct. Managed Security cameras for periods of time for Controlled Entry Point. In charge of Hazardous
material and the storage of different chemical items in secure and corrected location. Maintain
government approved forms and records as each relate to SAMS-E. Provide remote and on-site briefings
and/or training on procedures, roles and responsibilities to USA or Government personnel for SAMS-E.
Provide systems maintenance which includes data management and recovery of SAMS-E files. Provide
installation of software and hardware. Troubleshoot and resolve relational database problems. Install/load
new Army approved software version releases. Maintain Windows XP Professional server operating
system and perform light troubleshooting and maintenance of server hardware.
CACI International Inc
Arlington, Virginia (Ft Bliss, TX) 06/2008 - 12/2009
Production Control Clerk
As a contractor I managed and created over 5000 work orders, was responsible for the accountability and
serviceability for over 100 pieces of equipment. I was also responsible for the order, accountability, and
turn in of repair parts valuing over 30 million dollars. I managed over 6 different units’ SAMSE systems
and also updated and created over 6 units’ service schedules. Duties are performed on the basis of
practical experience in processing and expediting work orders, dispatching, and supply transactions
related to the particular organizations serviced. Performs aspects of technical supply management work
(e.g., inventory, inventory, management, storage management, maintenance management, cataloging,
property utilization) related to depot, local, or other maintenance/supply activities. Prepared and analyzed
periodic reports for senior management utilizing Microsoft Office applications property utilization) related
to depot, local, or other maintenance/supply activities. Prepared and analyzed periodic reports for senior
management utilizing Microsoft Office applications
3. 51st
Maintenance 02/2001 - 12/2007
Fort Bliss, Texas
Senior SAMS Operator/ Production Control Clerk Supervisor
Received and processed over 1,500 work orders requests operating the Standard Army Maintenance
Systems (SAMS) for 10 different organizational units. Managed 9 soldiers while responsible for the SAMS
and ULLS-G operational process. Supported over 5,000 vehicles in the Fort Bliss reset program; ensuring
the updated status for parts and mission capabilities on a daily basis operating the Standard Army
Maintenance Systems-2 (SAMS-2) as well. Managed and supervised over 13 employees in controlling and
supporting over 6 individual units scattered throughout the country of Jordan. Established and operated a
new warehouse facility in the country of Jordan. Supervised over 2000 lines of class IX repair parts and
major assemblies for both ground and air maintenance using the Standard Army Retail Supply System
(SARSS1) and Standard Army Maintenance Systems (SAMS) in the excess of multimillion dollars. I was also
responsible for the transportation of 90 million dollars worth of patriot repair parts along with 12 soldiers to
and from the country of Jordan. Was responsible for food and parts as well the inventory over 2000 Direct
Support Unit for an entire brigade.
EDUCATION:
2008-present University of Phoenix Phoenix, AZ
Continuing Education M.A Degree, GPA 3.39 ( 9 semester credit hours) Secondary Education in Science
Graduate, Received B.A. Degree, GPA 2.88 (120 semester credit hours) Environmental Science
Graduate, Received A.A. Degree, GPA 2.87 (63 semester credit hours) Sports Management
2000-2012 U.S Army
Graduate, Basic Non-Commission Officer Course
Graduate, Standard Army Retail Supply Systems Course
Graduate, Primary Leadership Development Course
Graduate, Standard Army Retail Supply Systems Course
Graduate, Standard Army Intermediate Level Supply Course
Graduate, Automated Logistical Specialist Course
Graduate, Physical Security Course
SKILLS:
Certified, Standard Army Maintenance Systems Enhanced (SAMS-E)
Certified, Standard Army Maintenance Systems Enhanced Instructor/CSSAMO/FSR
Certified, Unit Level Logistics-Ground (ULLS-G) system
Certified, Standard Army Maintenance Systems (SAMS1 and SAMS 2)
Certified, Standard Army Retail Supply Systems (SARSS)
Certified, Forklift 4K to 30K
Excellent organizational skills
Outstanding Customer Service Skills
16+ years Internet experience and MS Office Suite
Experience and training in management skills and conflict Ability to motivate self and others to achieve goals
resolution
Valid U.S. Passport
REFERENCES: Personal, professional, and educational references available upon request.