Bryan M. Sessa
Tampa,FL
Summary
Detail-oriented sheet metal mechanic with a strong background in FAA compliance and operational safety. Proven ability to interpret blueprints and conduct inspections, ensuring structural integrity and reliability. Skilled in training junior mechanics and enhancing team performance through effective communication.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Sheet Metal Mechanic
AirBorne Maintenance and Engineering
Tampa, FL
01.2023 - Current
- Experience working with Boeing and Airbus
- Executed sheet metal repairs and modifications on various aircraft, ensuring structural integrity and compliance with FAA regulations, enhancing operational safety.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to fabricate and install aircraft components accurately.
- Conducted thorough inspections of aircraft surfaces to identify and rectify defects, enhancing safety and performance.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to develop solutions for complex structural issues, directly contributing to improved aircraft reliability.
- Utilized precision tools and equipment for cutting, shaping, and assembling metal parts, ensuring high-quality workmanship.
- Identified and treated corrosion using advanced mechanical and chemical methods, effectively extending aircraft lifespan and reducing maintenance frequency.
- Maintained meticulous records of repairs and modifications, supporting regulatory compliance and quality assurance.
- Trained junior mechanics on best practices in sheet metal work and safety protocols
- Executed painting and finishing of aircraft and support equipment to meet aesthetic and protective standards.
Owner/Operator
Full Cycle Mobile Bike Services
Tampa, FL
03.2017 - 01.2023
- Taking responsibility for growth of the business
- Managed inventory of service parts, bicycles, and equipment to support operational efficiency
- Monitored income and spending to ensure financial stability
- Meeting all legal responsibilities
- Cultivated strong relationships with parts distributors and representatives to facilitate timely access to necessary components
- Maintaining good customer service skills by building relationships
- Competent in identifying defects with analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability in using hand tools and common/uncommon bicycle repair equipment
- Refine the mechanisms of the gears and brakes
- Adjust the geometry to fit the bike per the user's needs
- Clean the bicycle's body of dirt and dust, touch up paint
- Applied painting techniques to bicycle frames and components to ensure quality finishes. with painting frames and parts
- Replace the worn-out bearings, tires, chains, and other various parts
- Repair punctured tubes
- Install tubeless and tubular tires
- Executed lubrication of movable bicycle parts to enhance performance and ensure smooth operation. the movable parts of the bicycle and ensure they work smoothly
Service Manager
Cycle Sport Concepts
Tampa, FL
01.2014 - 03.2017
- Maintaining good customer service skills by building relationships
- Motivated team members to achieve daily work goals
- Trained new mechanics to ensure proficiency in necessary skills
- Completed suspension rebuild and overhaul to restore performance.
- Refine the mechanisms of the gears and brakes
- Adjust the geometry to fit the bike per the user's needs
- Utilized skilled in painting frames and parts to enhance bicycle aesthetics.
- Replace the worn-out bearings, tires, chains, and other various parts
- Install tubeless and tubular tires
- Competent in identifying defects with analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability in using hand tools and common/uncommon bicycle repair equipment
- Maintained organized inventory of service parts and equipment for efficient operations
Education
High School Diploma -
Ridgewood High School
New Port Richey, FL06-2008
Technical Service Course 1 -
Specialized Bicycle Components University
Morgan Hill, CASuspension Rebuild/ Overhaul -
Specialized Bicycle Components University
Morgan Hill, CASheet Metal training course/ Apprenticeship -
AirBorne Maintenance and Engineering
Tampa, FLSkills
- Sheet metal fabrication
- Blueprint interpretation
- Scissor lift, boom lift, forklift certified
- Hand tool expertise
- Shop machinery operation
- Safety compliance
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
Timeline
Sheet Metal Mechanic
AirBorne Maintenance and Engineering
01.2023 - Current
Owner/Operator
Full Cycle Mobile Bike Services
03.2017 - 01.2023
Service Manager
Cycle Sport Concepts
01.2014 - 03.2017
High School Diploma -
Ridgewood High School
Technical Service Course 1 -
Specialized Bicycle Components University
Suspension Rebuild/ Overhaul -
Specialized Bicycle Components University
Sheet Metal training course/ Apprenticeship -
AirBorne Maintenance and Engineering