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Amie Mapes

Beaverton,OR

Summary

Adaptable, experienced and motivated Aircraft Maintenance Technician. Effective at working with a team and independently. Committed to completing maintenance activities in the safest and most effective way possible. Appreciate and value coworkers with different backgrounds and points of view. Highly value learning new skills from and sharing knowledge with others.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Horizon Air
05.2024 - Current
  • Maintained accurate records of all maintenance tasks performed, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations.
  • Removed components such as landing gear, engines, and flight control.
  • Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
  • Enhanced aircraft safety by performing thorough maintenance inspections and identifying potential issues.
  • Collaborated with other technicians to complete complex repairs and improve team efficiency.
  • Evaluated individual aircraft components to identify and troubleshoot issues.
  • As a certified trainer, assisted in training new technicians, sharing knowledge and expertise to ensure high-quality workmanship.
  • Developed strong relationships with colleagues, fostering a positive work atmosphere conducive to teamwork and effective communication.
  • Increased operational readiness of aircraft fleet through timely completion of scheduled maintenance tasks.
  • Contributed to a reduction in maintenance-related incidents by maintaining a strong focus on safety during all tasks.
  • Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning by staying up-to-date on industry best practices and participating in relevant training opportunities.
  • Recorded maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.
  • Read and interpreted aircraft documentation to determine repair feasibility and methods.

AIRCRAFT BUILDING TECHNICIAN

Synergy Air
02.2023 - 04.2024
  • Assist customers building their kit aircraft
  • Interpret plans and building instructions
  • Instruct customers on tool use, sheet metal, fiber glass and building techniques
  • Problem solve and design when fitting after market parts to kit planes
  • Assist on body work in preparation for aircraft paint

ASSEMBLY LEAD

BowTech
04.2017 - 05.2019
  • Maintained assembly department building schedule
  • Trained new assembly personnel on proper use of equipment
  • Carried out preventative maintenance, keeping tools and machinery functional
  • Troubleshot and resolved mechanical issues that occurred during assembly

AIRCRAFT ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN

United States Navy, USN
05.2012 - 05.2016
  • Company Overview: 2.5 years maintenance experience on H60 Seahawk Helicopters, 1.5 years maintenance experience on FA-18 Super Hornetts
  • Created, aligned, and optimized electrical instrumentation and testing equipment
  • Assembled, tested and maintained components and systems for high-performing electronics
  • Inspected and approved maintenance operations completed in compliance with appropriate manuals
  • Devised and implemented updates and resolutions for handling risks, maintaining compliance and improving designs
  • Updated hardware and software platforms by implementing automation and efficiency improvements
  • Performed preventative maintenance on electronic equipment
  • Trained new airmen on operating procedures, tool use and control
  • 2.5 years maintenance experience on H60 Seahawk Helicopters, 1.5 years maintenance experience on FA-18 Super Hornetts

FORKLIFT AND MACHINE OPERATOR

Boise Cascade Wood Products
06.2006 - 04.2012
  • Operated and maintained sorting plywood sorting machines
  • Transported and stacked wet and dry wood product around warehouses on a forklift
  • Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations
  • Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows

Education

High School Diploma -

Eagle Point High School
Eagle Point, OR

Bachelor of Science - Business

Oregon Institute of Technology
Klamath Falls, OR
12.2026

Associate of Applied Science - Aircraft Maintenance

Lane Community College
Eugene, OR
12.2022

Skills

  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Critical Thinking
  • Diagnostic Procedures
  • Hazard Prevention
  • Safety Compliance
  • Routine Inspections
  • Scheduled Maintenance
  • Troubleshooting and Modifications
  • Interpreting technical documentation
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Attention to Detail
  • Active Listening
  • Team building
  • Safety protocol knowledge
  • Decision-Making
  • Problem-Solving
  • Task Prioritization
  • Written Communication

Certification

Aircraft Airframe & Powerplant Certificate

Timeline

Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Horizon Air
05.2024 - Current

AIRCRAFT BUILDING TECHNICIAN

Synergy Air
02.2023 - 04.2024

ASSEMBLY LEAD

BowTech
04.2017 - 05.2019

AIRCRAFT ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN

United States Navy, USN
05.2012 - 05.2016

FORKLIFT AND MACHINE OPERATOR

Boise Cascade Wood Products
06.2006 - 04.2012

Associate of Applied Science - Aircraft Maintenance

Lane Community College

High School Diploma -

Eagle Point High School

Bachelor of Science - Business

Oregon Institute of Technology
Amie Mapes