Mario Tejada
Menifee
Summary
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Drone Pilot
United States Marine Corps
05.2025 - Current
- Maneuvered drone around obstacles and obstructions.
- Trained and provided high-quality aerial photography and video footage captured during drone flights.
- Ensured compliance with FAA regulations by maintaining detailed records of all flights, including location, altitude, duration, and purpose.
- Conducted comprehensive training sessions on drone operation, safety protocols, and best practices with team members.
- Provided real-time monitoring of remote locations through live video feeds from drones, enhancing situational awareness for decisionmakers.
Logistics Manager
United States Marine Corps
10.2016 - Current
- Ensured regulatory compliance in all aspects of logistics operations, including transportation safety standards and units requirements.
- Managed a team of Marines logistics professionals, providing coaching and guidance for career development and skill enhancement.
- Conducted regular audits of logistics practices to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions accordingly.
- Meticulously tracked tactical vehicle movements from origin to destination, proactively addressing any delays or issues that arose during transit.
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily support requirements.
- Increased team efficiency by leading training sessions on best practices in logistics and transportation management.
- Conducted regular analysis of logistics performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
Mentor
United States Marine Corps
08.2012 - Current
- Served as a role model for professionalism, integrity, and dedication within the mentorship program environment.
- Enhanced mentee performance by providing personalized guidance and support.
- Served as role model for mentees by demonstrating strong values and ethical standards.
- Guided mentees in overcoming challenges by sharing personal experiences and offering practical advice.
- Assisted mentees in developing self-confidence and positive self-image.
- Offered constructive feedback on mentee progress, enabling them to refine their skills and enhance their potential.
- Monitored mentee performance consistently, identifying areas of improvement and adjusting mentorship approaches accordingly.
- Maintained strict confidentiality in all situations unless abuse, neglect, or threats identified.
Licensing Official
United States Marine Corps
07.2022 - 07.2025
- Provided exceptional customer service to applicants, addressing questions and concerns in a professional manner.
- Increased 1st Marine Division and 7th Marine Regiment efficiency by creating a centralized database for license management.
- Assisted colleagues with complex cases, offering expertise on relevant laws and regulations as needed.
- Improved application approval times with thorough and timely evaluation of submitted materials.
- Participated in ongoing professional development seminars to stay current on best practices within the licensing field.
- Presented findings from audit reports at quarterly meetings, highlighting areas for improvement in license management processes.
- Managed a high volume of applications for eight different units within the 1st Marine Division and international military, consistently maintaining accuracy and attention to detail in processing requests.
- Performed routine data entry or document management.
- Conducted exams and tests, graded responses and accurately determined licensing approvals and data verification.
Platoon Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
09.2012 - 07.2025
- Trained, supervised and organized over 70 Marines and Sailors.
- Collaborated with fellow NCOs and SNCO's to develop innovative tactics and strategies, resulting in improved mission outcomes.
- Promoted safety awareness within the platoon, significantly reducing accidents during training exercises and deployments.
- Ensured mission success by effectively overseeing daily operations, personnel assignments, and equipment maintenance.
- Maintained health, welfare and combat readiness of personnel within platoon.
- Established a strong team dynamic within the platoon through effective communication and leadership strategies.
- Enforced technical and tactical training standards to accomplish unit mission objectives.
- Contributed valuable input during key decision-making processes as an integral member of the command team.
- Evaluated Marines performance regularly, providing constructive feedback that led to overall improvement in individual skills and abilities.
- Conducted personal and professional counseling, routine inspections and physical fitness tests.
- Instilled discipline within the unit by consistently enforcing military customs and courtesies.
- Maintained high levels of morale among Marines, fostering a positive and motivated environment.
- Developed junior leaders through mentorship programs, enhancing their skillsets for future career progression.
- Served as principal advisor to First Sergeant and Company Commander.
- Managed over $2,000,000. worth of equipment during garrison and deployment operations.
- Reduced disciplinary incidents by implementing strict adherence to military standards and protocols.
- Coordinated successful missions through effective communication with adjacent units, higher headquarters, and support elements.
- Improved operational efficiency with meticulous resource management and logistical planning.
- Increased retention rates among Marines due to consistent mentoring efforts focused on career development.
- Ensured strict adherence to safety protocols, significantly reducing incidence of training-related injuries.
- Conducted detailed after-action reviews to extract lessons learned, driving continuous improvement in tactics and strategy.
- Organized and executed complex training exercises, simulating urban and rural combat environments.
- Managed allocation and maintenance of equipment, ensuring optimal readiness for all missions.
- Planned and coordinated tactical movements of personnel and equipment.
- Trained and mentored personnel in combat operations and tactics.
- Communicated with command centers to develop and execute tactical plans.
- Executed tactical operations with accuracy and control.
Ground Safety Manager
United States Marine Corps
12.2016 - 03.2021
- Recognized, documented, and advised on removal of hazards.
- Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard, and safety guidelines by Marine Corps Orders and Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations.
- Served as primary backup to officer in charge with various responsibilities related to compliance, operations management, and staff supervision.
- Verified quarterly practice of fire drills for every work shift.
- Developed customized safety plans for specific work areas, tailoring procedures to suit unique needs and requirements.
- Managed investigations and safety repots for the Naval Safety Center into workplace accidents, determining root causes and identifying corrective actions needed to prevent future occurrences.
- Reviewed incident reports regularly to identify patterns or trends that could indicate larger underlying issues requiring attention.
- Provided expert guidance on best practices in ground safety management, sharing knowledge across teams as needed.
- Evaluated equipment for potential risks, ensuring compatibility with existing safety measures before implementation.
- Mentored junior team members, providing guidance on best practices in ground safety management while fostering a sense of shared responsibility for maintaining a safe work environment.
- Conducted regular risk assessments to evaluate potential hazards and take proactive steps toward their mitigation or elimination before they became problematic incidents.
- Enhanced ground safety awareness by conducting comprehensive training sessions and workshops for staff members.
- Promoted a culture of safety by leading by example, adhering to all regulations and consistently demonstrating safe work practices.
- Inspected job sites and facilities to detect potential health hazards and put corrective measures immediately into effect.
- Trained Marines in most current regulations and practices in effort to prevent mishaps and promote overall safety.
- Promoted worksite safety by implementing enhanced lockout and tagout maintenance processes.
- Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
- Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Educated Marines on hazardous waste management, emergency response and safe work practices.
Aircraft Refueler
United States Marine Corps
09.2012 - 09.2015
- Contributed to environmental sustainability by following established guidelines for handling fuel spills or leaks.
- Utilized strong attention to detail when calibrating fuel meters, guaranteeing precise measurements during each transaction.
- Played an integral role in maintaining airfield compliance with federal regulations regarding the storage and handling of aviation fuels.
- Maintained safe work environments through rigorous equipment inspections and hazard assessments.
- Facilitated smooth airfield operations by promptly responding to emergencies requiring immediate refueling assistance.
- Collaborated with ground crews to ensure seamless communication during refueling processes.
- Upheld stringent safety standards while refueling diverse types of aircraft, ensuring optimal performance upon takeoff.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with unexpected changes in weather conditions or flight schedules, adjusting tasks as needed to fulfill responsibilities efficiently.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping of all refueling activities, contributing to effective fleet management.
- Assisted with the development of new team members, sharing expertise on proper refueling techniques and safety measures.
- Kept equipment clean and functional with regular inspections and upkeep.
Education
GED -
South Gate High School
South Gate, CASkills
- Flight planning
- Traffic monitoring
- Emergency procedures
- Law enforcement assistance
- Infrastructure inspection
- Environmental assessment
- Public safety support
- Cargo assessment
- Route planning
- Attention to detail
- Reliability
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Risk management
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 8 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
Twentynine Palms, Talsa 29 - May 2025
- Certified Ground Safety Manager, United States Marine Corps - 2016
- Certified Aircraft Refueler, United States Marine Corps - 2009
- Certified Motor Transport Chief, United States Marine Corps - 2019
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Drone Pilot
United States Marine Corps
05.2025 - Current
Licensing Official
United States Marine Corps
07.2022 - 07.2025
Ground Safety Manager
United States Marine Corps
12.2016 - 03.2021
Logistics Manager
United States Marine Corps
10.2016 - Current
Platoon Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
09.2012 - 07.2025
Aircraft Refueler
United States Marine Corps
09.2012 - 09.2015
Mentor
United States Marine Corps
08.2012 - Current
GED -
South Gate High School
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