Dynamic Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic with proven expertise at Fleet Readiness Center East, excelling in critical thinking and PPE use. Recognized for enhancing operational efficiency and maintaining high-quality standards in aircraft maintenance. Adept at multitasking and fostering teamwork, ensuring projects are completed on time and to specification.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic WG 5-WG 8
Fleet Readiness Center East
Havelock, NC
08.2022 - Current
Proficient with IETM, Les and TEI
RESPIRATOR (AIR PURIFYING)
HOLE QUALITY CERTIFICATION
RESPIRATOR (AIR SUPPLIED)
STAMP CERTIFICATION AND VERIFICATION
EGRESS/EXPLOSIVE SYSTEMS OFF AIRCRAFT INSTRUCTION
FIRE PREVENTION AND PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHER TRAINING AND EDUCATION
FRCE-95103-8852 AIRCRAFT MECHANIC
FRCE-95102-3806 SHEET METAL MECHANIC
V-22 RIBS
V-22 LAP PATCH
V-22 LEADING EDGE PANELS (LEP) AND ANGLES
V-22 AIRCRAFT PANELS
V-22 SKINS
V-22 AIRCRAFT STRUCTURAL FASTENERS AND HARDWARE
V-22 AIRFRAME COMPONENTS - NON-CRITICAL
V-22 SPINDLE FASTENERS
V-22 AIRCRAFT SHEET METAL PARTS - MANUAL AND MECHANICAL FORMING
V-22 FLUSH PATCH
V-22 DE-FOD AIRCRAFT AND AIRCRAFT COMPONENTS
V-22 STRINGERS
V-22 AIRCRAFT PANELS
V-22 DOUBLERS
V-22 CORROSION CONTROL PROCESSES
AERIAL WORK PLATFORM (SCISSOR-LIFT) UP TO 40 FT
WING WALKER (V-22)
Paint Associate
Lowes Home Improvement
5219 Hwy 70 W, Morehead City, NC 28557, NC
03.2022 - 08.2022
Prepares customer orders by operating paint mixers to blend products available in store, matching colors of samples provided by customers.
Guides customers through store to help locate desired products and suggest similar or complementary products useful for customer projects.
Takes orders via telephone, record customer information and order specifications, process credit card payments and prepare orders for in-store pick-up.
Notifies store managers of inventory shortages, reports on current stock and participates in placing orders for additional merchandise when necessary.
Carries or transports purchased products to parking lot for safe loading into customer vehicles.
Demonstrates knowledge of paint types, faux and decorative finishes, painting tools and adhesives, solvents and caulk to offer customized recommendations for customer projects.
Leverages equipment and machinery to match and mix paint while visually distinguishing slight color variations.
Operates POS system, input sales orders and tracks delivery or pick-up processes to expedite purchases.
Tree Service Groundsman
CGulls Tree Service
5050 Hwy 70 W, Morehead City, NC 28557, NC
01.2021 - 02.2022
Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
Checked machinery and performed scheduled/corrective maintenance to prevent malfunction on company vehicles, Skid steers and lifts.
Identified tree species and inspected for health and safety.
Operated loaders, boom trucks and tractors to complete tree work.
Maintained hand and power tools through proper operation, cleaning and maintenance.
Cleared job site following project completion by loading branches and debris into work trucks.
Supported tree climbers and crew leaders working on ground and aloft.
Answered inquiries and complaints from public related to sick, damaged or hazardous trees and shrubs.
Installed braces, cables and stakes to support tree growth.
Receiver/Stocker
Lowes Home Improvement
1855 Blowing Rock Rd, Boone, NC 28607, NC
11.2020 - 12.2021
Operated forklift to elevate or place merchandise in appropriate areas.
Used pallet jacks and hand trucks to move items throughout facility.
Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety.
Read orders to obtain item numbers and located merchandise in bins or on shelves.
Stacked, organized and palletized packages for efficient storage and movement.
Carried out duties within fast-paced retail environment, providing organized stocking methods and plans.
Communicated effectively with members of public in often crowded and noisy environments.
Communicated with customers to discuss packing needs and special items or circumstances.
Read tickets accurately to pick out important information and correctly complete orders.
Efficiently dealt with changes, delays and unexpected events to ensure customers received products on time.
Helped customers locate desired items and assisted with carrying heavy loads.
Verified vendor deliveries with scanner to maintain accurate inventory counts.
Paint Associate/Internet Sales Associate
Home Improvement Warehouse
5219 Hwy 70 W, Morehead City, NC 28557, NC
10.2017 - 01.2019
Recommended optimal merchandise based on customer needs and desires.
Demonstrated knowledge of paint types, faux and decorative finishes, painting tools and adhesives, solvents and caulk to offer customized recommendations for customer projects.
Helped customers sign up for loyalty programs and submitted completed paperwork.
Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
Leveraged equipment and machinery to match and mix paint while visually distinguishing slight color variations.
Built strong rapport with customers and maintained meaningful contact after sale to encourage future business.
Picked products from designated locations using various tools and transferred to appropriate areas for further processing.
Fulfilled orders quickly to accomplish challenging daily objectives.
Engaged in timely customer communication to resolve issues and identify sales opportunities.
Scheduled solid appointments with customer call-ins, lists of sold and unsold floor traffic, previous customers, referrals and service and parts purchasers.
Education
Associate of Science - General Studies
Carteret Community College
3505 Arendell St, Morehead City, NC 28557
12.2020
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology With A Concentration in Health Studies
Appalachian State University
287 Rivers St, Boone, NC 28608
Skills
Pricing adjustment
Time management
Computer skills
PPE use
Basic math
Critical thinking
Organizational skills
Multitasking
Microsoft Office
Team management
Landscape equipment knowledge
Gardening knowledge
Trimming experience
Certified forklift operator
Customer- and service-oriented
Loss prevention
Inventory tracking
Item tagging
Mentoring and training
Loading and unloading
Leadership
People skills
Communication
Microsoft Excel
References
Jamie Waters
Logistics Management Specialist
(252)-646-3752
Ian Byrum
Logistics Management Specialist
C-130 FST
(252)-665-0724
Dave Thorpe
Production Manager
(910)-547-0300
Timeline
Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic WG 5-WG 8
Fleet Readiness Center East
08.2022 - Current
Paint Associate
Lowes Home Improvement
03.2022 - 08.2022
Tree Service Groundsman
CGulls Tree Service
01.2021 - 02.2022
Receiver/Stocker
Lowes Home Improvement
11.2020 - 12.2021
Paint Associate/Internet Sales Associate
Home Improvement Warehouse
10.2017 - 01.2019
Associate of Science - General Studies
Carteret Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology With A Concentration in Health Studies