Artrelle Staton
Fort Worth
Summary
Motivated entry-level aviation mechanic currently pursuing Airframe and Powerplant certification at the Aviation Institute of Maintenance – Dallas Campus. Backed by 10+ years of experience in aviation logistics, customer service, and administrative support across finance and healthcare industries.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Student
Aviation Institute of Maintenance
08.2024 - Current
- Assisted instructors with hands-on aircraft maintenance training sessions.
- Conducted safety checks on tools and equipment in the workshop.
- Collaborated with peers to troubleshoot mechanical issues in aviation systems.
Collections
07.2020 - 03.2025
- Managed delinquent accounts (1–120 days past due), negotiated payment solutions, and handled complex loan issues, including repossessions and impounds.
- Utilized TLOx and IDI Core to locate clients and assets; verified accounts and accurately posted payments.
- Handled Medicare/Medicaid collections, resolved claim denials, processed COVID-19 billing with ICD-10/CPT codes, and followed up on insurance claims.
- Ensured regulatory compliance, maintained detailed records, documented account actions, and uploaded patient data for processing.
Warehouse Technician
Mattel
Fort Worth
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Operated clamp truck and ensured accuracy of inventory and shipments.
Inbound Lead
American Linehaul Corp
Grapevine
03.2020 - 09.2020
- Managed airway bill data, verified truckload accuracy, and maintained inventory.
Screening Supervisor
Air General
DFW Airport
04.2011 - 05.2020
- Supervised cargo screening and safety operations using detection systems.
- Maintained inventory and compliance with aviation regulations.
Flight Guard
Air General
DFW Airport
03.2012 - 01.2016
- Conducted security screenings using TSA-compliant procedures and equipment.
Education
Aviation Maintenance Technician Program -
Aviation Institute of Maintenance
Certificate - Electronic Health Records
Peloton College
Diploma - Technical Studies
ITT Technical Institute
Arlington, TXHigh School Diploma -
James Bowie High School
Arlington, TXSkills
- Documentation
- FAA Regulations Compliance
- Interpreting FAA Advisory Circulars
- Interpreting Airworthiness Directives
- Interpreting Manufacturer Maintenance Manuals
- Safety Awareness
- Adherence to Maintenance Procedures
- Quality Control Protocols
- Proficient with Aviation Tools
- Proficient with Precision Measurement Instruments
- Proficient with Shop Equipment
Powerplant Systems Experience
- Conducted teardown, inspection, and reassembly of reciprocating and turbine engines, including cylinder removal and replacement.
- Performed engine run-ups, compression testing, leak checks, and magneto timing on piston engines.
- Diagnosed engine performance issues using engine analyzers, borescopes, and other diagnostic tools.
- Inspected and overhauled fuel metering systems (carburetors, fuel injection systems) and ignition systems (magnetos, spark plugs).
- Serviced and tested engine lubrication, cooling, and exhaust systems.
- Removed and installed propellers; performed static balancing, blade tracking, and pitch change mechanism adjustments.
- Familiar with Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) operation and basic turbine engine starting systems.
Other Professional Work Experience
Collections, 07/01/20, 03/31/25, Managed delinquent accounts (1–120 days past due), negotiated payment solutions, and handled complex loan issues, including repossessions and impounds., Utilized TLOx and IDI Core to locate clients and assets; verified accounts and accurately posted payments., Handled Medicare/Medicaid collections, resolved claim denials, processed COVID-19 billing with ICD-10/CPT codes, and followed up on insurance claims., Ensured regulatory compliance, maintained detailed records, documented account actions, and uploaded patient data for processing.
Airframe Systems Experience
- Inspected, repaired, and maintained aircraft structural components including sheet metal, composite materials, and fabric-covered structures.
- Performed non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques, corrosion control, and structural alignment procedures.
- Serviced and troubleshot aircraft hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including actuators, accumulators, and valves.
- Maintained landing gear systems: performed strut servicing, brake inspection/replacement, and retraction testing.
- Installed and maintained aircraft environmental control systems (air conditioning, heating, pressurization).
- Diagnosed and repaired aircraft electrical systems, including lighting, wiring, relays, and circuit protection.
- Applied aircraft rigging principles for flight control surface alignment and cable tensioning.
Certifications And Education
- Aviation Institute of Maintenance, Aviation Maintenance Technician Program, 04/01/24, 05/10/26
- Peloton College, Certificate in Electronic Health Records, 01/01/17, 12/31/18
- ITT Technical Institute, Diploma in Technical Studies, 01/01/07, 12/31/08
- James Bowie High School, High School Diploma, 01/01/00, 12/31/03
Timeline
Student
Aviation Institute of Maintenance
08.2024 - Current
Warehouse Technician
Mattel
09.2020 - 12.2020
Collections
07.2020 - 03.2025
Inbound Lead
American Linehaul Corp
03.2020 - 09.2020
Flight Guard
Air General
03.2012 - 01.2016
Screening Supervisor
Air General
04.2011 - 05.2020
Aviation Maintenance Technician Program -
Aviation Institute of Maintenance
Certificate - Electronic Health Records
Peloton College
Diploma - Technical Studies
ITT Technical Institute
High School Diploma -
James Bowie High School