Wesley Cox Email & Phone Number

Fort Mccoy, Wisconsin, U.S.

I currently co-manage a four-person team which consults with up to 25 companies throughout the Midwest. Our focus is on assisting the companies with training development and achievement geared towards preparing for overseas operations. We work with external organizations to ensure personnel requirements are met, and equipment requisitions and repairs are completed on time. Out of the 25 companies 10 are within one - two years of their overseas operations, while 2 of the 10 are currently… Show more I currently co-manage a four-person team which consults with up to 25 companies throughout the Midwest. Our focus is on assisting the companies with training development and achievement geared towards preparing for overseas operations. We work with external organizations to ensure personnel requirements are met, and equipment requisitions and repairs are completed on time. Out of the 25 companies 10 are within one - two years of their overseas operations, while 2 of the 10 are currently transitioning to overseas operations.Key Highlights:Identified and sourced critically short equipment for a company training event which enhanced their overall functionality.Led 15 leader development training and team-building events to build cohesion and boost morale.Supported three partner organizations during two separate major training events which led to the development of their company's vision and established achievable training objectives.Serves as the organizations travel approval official ensuring travel is conducted according to established policies. Ensures monies are appropriately allocated.Serves as the organizations Master Resiliency Trainer, ensures the employees are trained on resiliency skills and competencies.Serves as the organization's maintenance manager. Managed the completion of 176 services on equipment through coordination with the installation maintenance management activity. Show less

Texas, United States

In this position I was with a team of maintenance experts that performed data analysis on maintenance systems and processes of 5 Army divisions, and 13 separate Army brigades. After one year I was promoted to the Maintenance Staff manager position.Key Highlights:Identified supply-chain discrepancies and expedited critical repair parts with inordinate efficiency which improved III Corps unit readiness by 10%.Developed the materiel management daily operation plan which ensured… Show more In this position I was with a team of maintenance experts that performed data analysis on maintenance systems and processes of 5 Army divisions, and 13 separate Army brigades. After one year I was promoted to the Maintenance Staff manager position.Key Highlights:Identified supply-chain discrepancies and expedited critical repair parts with inordinate efficiency which improved III Corps unit readiness by 10%.Developed the materiel management daily operation plan which ensured sustained success for worldwide contingency operations.Led and developed leader development training to increase operational efficiency.Direct influence drove maintenance operational initiatives at the strategic level.Led a consultation team for a struggling company’s maintenance program in best practices which increased their productivity by 40%. Equipment readiness went from 50% readiness to 90% in 30 days, through prioritization of effort and coordination with supply-chain vendors to expedite or reallocate critical repair parts. I brought in an additional 10 skilled employees and repurposed an underused facility to facilitate the work.Reformed key aspects of daily operational requirements to streamline data collection, analysis, and synthesis.Implemented routine coach, teach, and mentor sessions with managers to improve the strength of the leadership team.Developed the concept of maintenance support and managed the department’s overseas operations.Managed a team of four people that analyzed raw data. Synthesized the data and developed solutions to expedite repair of equipment in preparation for the organization’s major training exercise. Show less

Virginia, United States

At the U.S. Army Ordnance School, I instructed at the Track Vehicle Repairer course where I taught principles and theories of the internal combustion engine and led practical hands-on training on our equipment. After one year I was promoted to the course manager position for two years.Key Highlights:Effectively managed training for more than 350 students annually with a 99% completion rate.Managed 19 military, DA civilians, and contracted instructors in conducting over 5300… Show more At the U.S. Army Ordnance School, I instructed at the Track Vehicle Repairer course where I taught principles and theories of the internal combustion engine and led practical hands-on training on our equipment. After one year I was promoted to the course manager position for two years.Key Highlights:Effectively managed training for more than 350 students annually with a 99% completion rate.Managed 19 military, DA civilians, and contracted instructors in conducting over 5300 academic hours of the highest caliber of classroom and practical hands-on instruction.Competent leader with outstanding communication skills that were used in coaching and mentoring 9 other instructors in achieving required certification ahead of established timelines.Maintained 100% accountability and security of facilities and equipment valued at more than $200 million dollars.Managed the training of six international students from different countries with a 100% graduation rate.Created an immediate, positive impact on the division’s daily planning and operations; increased mission effectiveness by 40%.Advised and assisted the incoming division chief with sound counsel on matters of manning and resource management.Revised over 40 lesson plans during course modernization bringing the curriculum to current standards.Exhibited excellent articulation skills at all levels; demonstrated exceptional planning, forecasting, and thinking abilities.Enforced Army accreditation standards enabling the schoolhouse to obtain center of excellence rating.Coordinated with the U.S. Army recruiting command to produce a new tracked vehicle repairer recruitment video.Modernized equipment by turning in and receiving over 400 computers. Show less

Washington, United States

In this role I managed a team of 35 personnel that performed field service maintenance to six companies. I managed all aspects of maintenance operations including supply, recovery, calibration of equipment, management of records, employment of personnel through scheduling, work order prioritization, and field maintenance supporting sections including power generation, welding, communication systems, and weapon systems. I also managed facilities and equipment valued over $10 million, while… Show more In this role I managed a team of 35 personnel that performed field service maintenance to six companies. I managed all aspects of maintenance operations including supply, recovery, calibration of equipment, management of records, employment of personnel through scheduling, work order prioritization, and field maintenance supporting sections including power generation, welding, communication systems, and weapon systems. I also managed facilities and equipment valued over $10 million, while maintaining an operational readiness rate of 99%.Key Highlights:I served as the organizations Equal Opportunity Leader, Master Resiliency Trainer, and Performance Triad coach.I managed the recoverable repair parts program resulting in a 100% turn-in rate, the best in 7th Infantry Division, which saved the unit $61,000 in repair parts credit.I managed 5 commodity shops that saved the Army over 321 direct manhours and $30,833 over a four-month period.I developed and led the Junior Leader Development Course maintenance section, enhancing maintenance knowledge for junior leaders preparing to attend the basic leader course.I mentored two employees to assume a supervisory role in the organization, filling a critical vacancy from within the organization.I was commended by the Department of the Army, Army Award for Maintenance Excellence evaluators for achieving the best Key Control and shop stock listing (supplies) program across the Army. Show less

Washington, United States

I served as the Senior Mechanic for a forward support company that supported an engineer organization. A senior mechanic is a manager of a team of mechanics under the purview of the Maintenance Manager. I filled this position when the overseas company returned to the United States. Prior to this shift I seamlessly transferred all maintenance and service records to the appropriate company with zero loss of accountability.Key Highlights:Established, developed, and managed the… Show more I served as the Senior Mechanic for a forward support company that supported an engineer organization. A senior mechanic is a manager of a team of mechanics under the purview of the Maintenance Manager. I filled this position when the overseas company returned to the United States. Prior to this shift I seamlessly transferred all maintenance and service records to the appropriate company with zero loss of accountability.Key Highlights:Established, developed, and managed the winning program for Fiscal Year 2015 Forces Command Army Award for Maintenance Excellence for large unit.Conducted the cross-training of seven wheel mechanics and three track mechanics to ensure operational success.Led three leaders to achieve 98% ratings on external inspections in the functional areas of Test, Measurement, and Diagnostic Equipment, Tool Room, and Maintenance Operations.Managed the organizations battery maintenance shop; charged 400 batteries in six months to save the organization $56,000 in repair parts expenditures.Developed and instituted the shop’s production schedule; assigned commodity leaders areas of responsibility and supervised work order completion through weekly synchronization meetings.Alleviated unit critical equipment issues at the National Training Center by cross-leveling wheel mechanic and track mechanic assets across the organization. Oversaw the maintenance for two company’s equipment repair process.Instrumental and renowned in keeping a positive, healthy atmosphere in the company through strong mentorship abilities as a company Master Resiliency Trainer.Built a more resilient and ready company by educating 74 personnel on the importance of nutrition, sleep, and activity during the Army’s pilot program Performance Triad.Conflict and Crisis management handled firmly and fairly, unequaled in promoting the prevention of sexual assault / harassment and promoting equal opportunity across the organization as the company's Equal Opportunity Leader. Show less

Washington, United States

I served as the Maintenance Manager for the organizations left behind equipment while the company was overseas. I managed direct support level maintenance, provided technical assistance and troubleshooting for 468 pieces of equipment, including engineering equipment. I generated daily, weekly, and monthly readiness status reports for senior managers. I ensured the health and welfare of 10 employees and managed four supervisors in the performance of their duties. I oversaw the maintenance and… Show more I served as the Maintenance Manager for the organizations left behind equipment while the company was overseas. I managed direct support level maintenance, provided technical assistance and troubleshooting for 468 pieces of equipment, including engineering equipment. I generated daily, weekly, and monthly readiness status reports for senior managers. I ensured the health and welfare of 10 employees and managed four supervisors in the performance of their duties. I oversaw the maintenance and accountability of over $30 million worth of equipment.Key Highlights:I ensured the maintenance, upkeep, and security of 370 wheeled vehicles, 5 tracked vehicles, and 83 pieces of engineering equipment valued more than $30 million.I enforced compliance with shop safety regulations and policies that resulted in zero lost time injuries.I developed and implemented the motor pool operations policy which resulted in accurate reporting of work order completion and accurate equipment conditions.I directed the fabrication of needed repair parts which saved the organization well over $3000.My direct leadership motivated employees to consistently perform above standards which resulted in 230 scheduled services being completed with no errors in 180 days. Show less

California, United States

In this position I managed the maintenance program for the company I served in. The team conducted scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of 34 tracked vehicles as well as 47 wheeled vehicles. I managed two teams of 19 total personnel, while working to support the company's largest task of supporting rotational organizations training experience.Key Highlights:Enforced tough maintenance procedures; brought twelve pieces of equipment back to a full operational status which raised the… Show more In this position I managed the maintenance program for the company I served in. The team conducted scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of 34 tracked vehicles as well as 47 wheeled vehicles. I managed two teams of 19 total personnel, while working to support the company's largest task of supporting rotational organizations training experience.Key Highlights:Enforced tough maintenance procedures; brought twelve pieces of equipment back to a full operational status which raised the operational readiness rate from 20% to 95%.Created the organization's maintenance support team policy for maintenance operations resulting in zero accidents.Cross trained section of eight employees on four separate tasks enabling them to meet the future needs of the organization.Empowered subordinates to make decisions without fear of reprimand, inspired employees to consistently exceed performance measures. Show less

Texas, United States / Iraq

I performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of 58 wheeled and tracked vehicles and five pieces of power generation equipment. I supervised a team of 12 employees and the accountability of tools and equipment valued at $75,000.Key Highlights:Managed the environmental compliance program and supervised the motor pool safety program.Prepared a recovery training exercise to train the maintenance section on how to properly recover a mired vehicle.Brought the company in… Show more I performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of 58 wheeled and tracked vehicles and five pieces of power generation equipment. I supervised a team of 12 employees and the accountability of tools and equipment valued at $75,000.Key Highlights:Managed the environmental compliance program and supervised the motor pool safety program.Prepared a recovery training exercise to train the maintenance section on how to properly recover a mired vehicle.Brought the company in compliance with OSHA and hazmat regulations through training and education, educating employees and leaders.Developed, planned, and coordinated technical inspections on all the organization’s tracked vehicles resulting in all six being fully operational at any given time.Developed employees through positive counseling, coaching, and mentoring allowing each employee to perform to their full potential and earn mechanical certification.Expertly organized more than $3 million worth of theater provided equipment for transfer of authority inventories without loss.Employed my section within its capabilities to ensure task accomplishment with superior results. Show less

Texas, United States And Iraq

I supervised and performed combat logistical patrols, supervised maintenance and related activities including weapons qualifications and weapon maintenance. I supervised two personnel and was accountable for $1 million worth of equipment.Key Highlights:Flawlessly executed over 260 combat logistic patrols throughout the most dangerous province in Iraq.Assisted the convoy commander on making the appropriate decisions during complex situations.Performed with a high degree of… Show more I supervised and performed combat logistical patrols, supervised maintenance and related activities including weapons qualifications and weapon maintenance. I supervised two personnel and was accountable for $1 million worth of equipment.Key Highlights:Flawlessly executed over 260 combat logistic patrols throughout the most dangerous province in Iraq.Assisted the convoy commander on making the appropriate decisions during complex situations.Performed with a high degree of accuracy and excelled in achieving perfection.Developed, trained, and formed personnel into a cohesive and productive team, capable of conducting high risk and dangerous supply and distribution activities across highly contested land delivering much needed supplies to warfighters. Show less

Texas, United States

I performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on a variety of tracked and wheeled vehicles in the continental United States and during combat operations overseas. I performed over 300 vehicle services and repaired over 150 vehicles.

Kentucky, United States And Maryland, United States

I was a trainee at basic combat training and then I went to Aberdeen Proving Grounds in Maryland for Advanced Individual Training where I learned Army maintenance.

Master Of Arts - Ma, English Language And Literature, General

Activities and Societies: Sigma Tau Delta Master of Arts in English and Creative Writing with a concentration in Fiction

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, English Language And Literature, General

Bachelor of Arts in English

Associates, Fine/Studio Arts, General

Associates of Arts / General Education