Brandon Williams
Millbrook,AL
Summary
With a proven track record in public safety and at the Alabama Air National Guard, I excel in critical thinking and staff supervision. My expertise in risk management and safety oversight has significantly enhanced operational efficiency and team performance. Leveraging rapid information processing and conflict mediation skills, I consistently achieve exceptional outcomes in high-stakes environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Airfield Management Operations Coordinator
Alabama Air National Guard
06.2024 - Current
- Open flight planning room/operations area.
- Perform airfield checks to ensure tarmac, aprons, taxiways, and runway are free of hazards (foreign object debris, hazards to landing, take-off, taxiing, towing, and violations of lateral clearance criteria).
- Ensure operational status of airfield lighting systems and arresting systems.
- Monitor construction projects and repairs to ensure hazard prevention.
- Issue and cancel NOTAMs; relay pertinent NOTAM information to aircrews.
- Maintain communication with Weather, Safety, and Air Traffic Control (and other agencies as appropriate) to maintain awareness and control of airfield status Schedule and coordinate use of military airspace and facilities.
- Monitor Primary Crash Phone; activate Secondary Crash Phone network.
- Evaluate severity of incidents/accidents and contact proper agencies.
- Maintain/implement Quick Reaction Checklists to coordinate appropriate response to incidents
- Input flight plans; provide quality control/quality assurance on proposed flight plans.
- Evaluate and input proposed flight plans for compliance with USAF, ICAO, FAA, and DoD directives.
- Provide preflight briefings to aircrews; provide aircrew with necessary information concerning BASH hazards, special departures, communications, and airfield conditions/restrictions and alternate facilities (to include navigational aids, airfield obstructions, radio frequencies, and operating hours).
- Ensure Airfield Status Board is updated in real time and reflects accurate airfield information (weather, NAVAIDs, surface conditions, NOTAMs, active runway(s), BASH conditions, etc).
- · Utilizing air-to-ground communications/radios, communicate with aircrew in flight formation regarding clearances, advisories on primary and alternate airfields, flight plans, and other information regarding safety of flight.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Maxwell Air Force Base
06.2023 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance tasks performed, ensuring compliance with FAA and USAF regulations.
- Visually inspect components such as landing gear, engines, and flight controls.
- Develop and implement parking plans for various aircraft
- Enhanced aircraft safety by performing ramp checks and eliminating foreign object debris.
- Launch, recover, marshal, and refuel transient aircraft.
- Assisted in training new technicians, sharing knowledge and expertise to ensure high-quality workmanship.
- Participated in regular safety meetings, contributing valuable input based on personal experiences working on various types of aircraft systems.
- Provided excellent customer service when interacting with pilots, addressing their concerns regarding aircraft performance or maintenance needs proactively.
Firefighter
Millbrook Fire Department
02.2011 - Current
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, rescue, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
- Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Contributed to positive outcomes during multi-agency responses by effectively collaborating with law enforcement personnel, paramedics, and other emergency service providers.
- Participated in community outreach programs to raise awareness of fire prevention and safety measures.
- Maintain situational awareness in order to immediately react to hazards or incidents that would compromise scene safety.
Tactical Aircraft Mechanic (F-16C/D, F-35A)
Alabama Air National Guard
06.2017 - 06.2024
- Implemented effective time management strategies, prioritizing maintenance tasks according to mission requirements and aircraft readiness statuses.
- Perform overall flightline and phase maintenance on 4th and 5th generation tactical aircraft.
- Supervised moving, jacking and lifting procedures.
- Performed essential modifications to aircraft systems in order to incorporate new technology and enhance capabilities.
- Supervised launch and recovery of aircraft.
- Achieved thorough understanding of various tactical aircraft models through extensive hands-on experience and ongoing education efforts.
- Expedited repair times for critical aircraft systems, resulting in minimized downtime and increased aircraft availability.
- Meticulously maintained detailed records of all performed maintenance actions, ensuring accurate documentation for future reference.
- Provided guidance during challenging repairs or complex system overhauls, contributing to successful outcomes for mission-critical assets.
- Ensured mission readiness by completing scheduled maintenance on tactical aircraft systems and components.
Public Safety Dispatcher
Department of Emergency Communications
03.2016 - 02.2020
- Contributed to a safer community by consistently prioritizing and triaging incoming calls based on urgency.
- Collaborated with other public safety agencies during joint operations, ensuring effective communication and resource allocation.
- Fielded 911 emergency and non-emergency calls and determined level of support that was needed for response.
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, adhering to confidentiality guidelines and protecting privacy rights.
- Operated telephone and radio equipment to receive requests and reports from police officers, medical dispatch and firefighting crews.
- Assisted in the development of new dispatcher training programs, resulting in more efficient onboarding processes.
- Improved public safety by effectively managing multiple phone lines and radio frequencies simultaneously.
- Continuously monitored weather conditions and emergency alerts to stay informed about potential impacts on public safety operations.
- Streamlined communication between field units by relaying pertinent information quickly and clearly using proper radio etiquette.
- Remained calm in very high-pressure situations and kept callers on line until law enforcement arrived on scene.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of local geography, landmarks, and jurisdictional boundaries for accurate dispatching decisions.
- Coordinated multi-agency responses to large-scale emergencies, ensuring seamless collaboration between agencies for optimal outcomes.
- Supported fellow dispatchers during high-stress situations, promoting teamwork, and fostering a positive work environment.
- Relayed latest information to first responders via electronic means, telephone calls, and radio responses.
Education
Airfield Management
United States Air Force
Keesler Air Force Base06-2024
Tactical Aircraft Maintenance, 5th Gen.
United States Air Force
Eglin Air Force Base09-2023
United States Air Force
Airman Leadership School05-2021
Tactical Aircraft Maintenance
United States Air Force
Sheppard Air Force Base09-2018
Basic Military Training
United States Air Force
Joint Base San Antonio, TX04-2018
Stanhope Elmore High School
Millbrook, AL05-2011
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Rapid, accurate information processing
- Process implementation
- Conflict resolution
- Risk management
- Customer relations
- Self-motivated
- Performance monitoring
- Safety oversight
- Team leadership
Timeline
Airfield Management Operations Coordinator
Alabama Air National Guard
06.2024 - Current
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Maxwell Air Force Base
06.2023 - Current
Tactical Aircraft Mechanic (F-16C/D, F-35A)
Alabama Air National Guard
06.2017 - 06.2024
Public Safety Dispatcher
Department of Emergency Communications
03.2016 - 02.2020
Firefighter
Millbrook Fire Department
02.2011 - Current
Airfield Management
United States Air Force
Tactical Aircraft Maintenance, 5th Gen.
United States Air Force
United States Air Force
Tactical Aircraft Maintenance
United States Air Force
Basic Military Training
United States Air Force
Stanhope Elmore High School
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