1. Dennis K. Patterson
14945 SW 297th St. Homestead, Fl. 33033 | 813-440-7151 | Kakongmotorsports@yahoo.com
OBJECTIVE
To secure a position that will challenge and maximize my strong leadership abilities, and proven
mechanical skills. I am a self-starter that has a proven track record of working both
independently, and as member or leader of a team to accomplish any goal. I will readily accept
positions that require long hours, strenuous or hazardous conditions in remote locations, off
shore and overseas.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
CIVILIAN
Stoney’s Garage, South Miami, FL Feb.11, 2013 – Present
Park Auto Mall, Pinellas Park, FL Aug. 2011 – Feb. 2013
Sunbrite Auto Works, Tampa, FL Nov. 2007 – July 2011
Stadium Toyota, Tampa, FL Nov. 1993 – Dec.2007
MILITARY
United States Navy July 1977 – June 1993
Ending Rank: Chief Boatswain Mate (E-7)
As Chief Boatswain's Mate I trained, directed, and supervised personnel in ship's maintenance
duties relating to marlinspike, deck, boat seamanship, painting of ship's external structure,
rigging, deck equipment, and boats. I was in charge of damage control parties and fire control
aboard ships, underway replenishment procedures, and loading and unloading combat
equipment, cargo, ammunition, fuel, and general stores. I also acted as officer-in-charge of
picket boats, self-propelled barges, tugs, and other yard and district craft.
Duties and Qualifications: Alongside Helmsman (10 years), Coning Officer at Sea (6 years), BM-
9502 Naval Instructor (12 years 4 months), BM-0164 Assault Boat Coxswain (6 years 2 months),
BM-9585 Navy Recruiter (4 years 9 months), Qualified Helmsman (15 years), Qualified B&A
Crane Operator (8 years), Qualified Rough Terrain Forklift Operator (12 years)
Military Decorations, Medals, Badges, Awards and Citations: 6 Sea Service Deployment
Ribbon, 3 Good Conduct Awards, 3 Navy Recruiting Gold Wreaths, 2 Meritorious Unit
Commendations, 2 Navy Achievement Medals, 1 National Defense Service Medal, 1 Navy
Expeditionary Medal

2. EDUCATION
CIVILIAN EDUCATION
Southwestern College, Chula Vista, CA July 1984
Interpersonal Communications
GED Certificate, San Diego, CA August 1983
Carolina High School, Greenville, SC July 1977
MILITARY EDUCATION
Instructor Basic Bow Ramp Operator
Assault Boat Coxswain Boat Group Officer
Landing Craft Beach and Surf Salvage Navy Recruitment Orientation
SKILLS & CERTIFICATIONS
Certified Toyota Automotive Technician 1993-2012
Endorsements: Engine, Drive Train, Chassis, and Electrical
Factory Certification Training: PDS Pre Delivery Service Training, 262 Auto Trans/Transaxle, 272
Auto Trans/Transaxles Diagnostics, 301 Manual Trans/Transaxles, 450 Suspension Systems, 452
Suspensions and Handling, 472 Noise Vibration Harsh, ASE Refrigerant Recovery & Recycling,
550 Braking Systems, 552 Brake Systems, 652 Body Electrical Diagnostics, 750 A/C Auto Temp
Controls, 850 EFI/TCCS Engine Control, 873 Engine Control System Diagnostics, 972 Advanced
Emissions Diagnostics
United Driver Services, Inc.
CDL Certified 1995-2009
Endorsements: Double Trailer, Triple Trailer, HAZMAT, Tank Combination
INTERESTS & HOBBIES
Custom Motorcycles Fabrication: Including design, frame fabrication, engine mounting,
painting, and trim. I have won several awards including 2nd place in the custom motorcycles
category at my first competition in August 2006, and 2nd place at the Full Throttle Motorcycle
Expo in 2008.
REFERENCES
Personal and professional references are available upon request.