ANDREW BURCH
Daytona Beach,FL
Summary
Experienced aircraft maintenance technician with a strong team-player mentality and a commitment to safety. Proficient in conducting thorough inspections, interpreting technical documentation, and effectively installing new systems. Adept at troubleshooting and resolving complex issues to ensure optimal performance and functionality of aircraft. Committed to staying up-to-date with industry advancements and continuously expanding knowledge to deliver exceptional results.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Management
- Met production schedules through effective time and resource management; directed daily operations with planned work methods and schedules
- Monitored personnel including government contractors; ensured compliance with established policies, directives, procedures, and contractual obligations
- Coordinated maintenance activities with technical representatives and support facilities
- Provided input to leadership regarding human resource challenges and production concerns; resolved conflicts/concerns at the lowest managerial level
- Adhered to strict departmental policies to include training requirements, physical fitness standards, and random drug testing procedures.
Safety and Inspection
- Monitored/evaluated statistical performance indicators and quality assurance inspection reports for adverse trends; enforced strict adherence to technical data and safety standards
- Performed internal quality assurance inspections; eliminated training deficiencies and increased individual qualifications resulting in an overall 96% inspection pass rate
- Developed and implemented step by step safety checklists following operational requirements
- Complied with MSDS/DOT safety policies, adhering to EPA environmental regulatory standards
- Adhered to stringent hazardous waste management program; ensured timely and safe collection, control, and disposition of waste materials
- Assisted occupational safety teams with conducting facility risk assessments of fall protection, personal protection equipment usage, proper electrical wiring, and fire extinguisher serviceability.
Aircraft Fuels Systems
Air Force
07.2014 - 06.2023
- Installed, repaired, and maintained liquid fuels storage, distribution, and dispensing systems
- Managed and modified liquid fuel systems and components; check components for operation, adjustment, pressures, and internal/external leaks under pressure
- Determined malfunctions by visual/auditory examination and use of test equipment
- Inspected components for proper installation, alignment, operation, evidence of wear, cracks, security, and cleanliness according to technical orders
- Maintained structural integrity of pumps through corrosion prevention and identification
- Expedites on job training/technical proficiency/skill level upgrade programs; manages 3 facilities/99 equipment assets
- Implements section's work schedules/methods/plans; coordinated flightline/backshop repairs/priorities w/production.
- Aircraft Fuels Systems craftsman possessing extensive experience working with hazardous material storage, dispensing, military flight-line procedures, and government regulations. Proven ability to train technicians, assess and identify problems, implement practical solutions, and maintain composure in crisis situations. Excellent safety and inspections skills meeting all government standards and OSHA requirements.
Chemical Inventory Technician
Embry-Riddle
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork.
- Completed physical inventory counts each month.
- Reviewed building plans and zoning permit applications to verify compliance with requirements such as bulk, placement and parking ratios.
- Planned production schedules, taking employee production rates, company needs and seasonal changes into account.
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Safety Management
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Daytona Beach, FL12-2025
Bachelor of Science - Aeronautics
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
07-2023
Skills
- Personnel management
- Flight-line safety/protocol
- Technical order compliance
- Quality assurance inspection
- FOD/DROP Object management
- Safety/OSHA regulations
- Bulk storage/inspection
- Equipment maintenance/support
- Computer/database applications
- Fuels maintenance
- EPA and HAZMAT standards
- Training and oversight
- Current Secret Security Clearance
- Release management
Education and specialized training
- Masters of Science in Occupational Safety Management (Currently Enrolled)
- Bachelors of Science in Aeronautics (60 hours)
- Info Systems Management
- HR Management
- Minor in management (20 hours)
- Aviation Maintenance Technology, Community College of the Air Force (60 hours)
- Warning Tag Procedures
- Technical Order Maintenance
- Hazardous Waste Management
- Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response
- Dean's List
- Magna Cum Laude
Timeline
Chemical Inventory Technician
Embry-Riddle
06.2024 - 08.2024
Aircraft Fuels Systems
Air Force
07.2014 - 06.2023
Management
Safety and Inspection
Master of Science - Occupational Safety Management
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Bachelor of Science - Aeronautics
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University