Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Hobbies and Interests
Activities
Certification
Timeline
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Chad Williams

Sterling,VA

Summary

Each employment opportunity that I have been faced with is one that I pursue passionately. Acquiring a variety of skills has led me to have excellent relationships with customers and colleagues. Throughout my experience I have learned an array of techniques in team building, responsibility, and time management. Each assignment I am given I strive to complete with the utmost proficiency. I look forward to each challenge as a new endeavor.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pilot

Kuhn Jet Center
09.2022 - Current

Pilot PC-12 Second in Command

  • Performed duties to ensure customer safety and comfort
  • Planned and filed daily flight plans
  • Increased flight safety by consistently performing thorough pre-flight inspections and addressing potential issues
  • Performed comprehensive checklists prior to takeoff to reduce possible safety issues
  • Enhanced overall flight experience for passengers through clear communication, attentive service, and smooth aircraft handling techniques.
  • Reviewed aeronautical charts and used navigational instruments during each flight and maintained strong knowledge of government and company regulations
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications
  • Troubleshot in-flight mechanical and operational issues and restored functionality
  • Coordinated with FAA air traffic controllers in safely and smoothly navigating airspace
  • Demonstrated exceptional teamwork abilities through collaboration with fellow pilots, maintenance personnel, and other aviation professionals in providing seamless service for passengers and efficient flight operations

Operations Supervisor

Signature Flight Support
10.2017 - 09.2022
  • Promoted to Operations Supervisor from entry level Line Service Technician within 6 months of employment


  • Oversaw and participated in services accommodating 120 arriving/departing private aircraft daily(Including but not limited to interacting with high profile clientele; securing and transporting multi-million dollar aircraft; providing necessary light maintenance)
  • Utilized Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, and Powerpoint) to compose daily and monthly reports
  • Developed a training program for recent hires and existing employees (averaging 105 employees) implementing new company safety standards
  • Taught and designed training classes
  • Scheduled staff according to estimated volume fluctuations
  • Arranged requested services for VIP customers/passengers
  • Anticipated customer needs to exceed expectations
  • Conducted employee evaluations
  • Disciplined workforce to minimize loss of production (i.e. attendance)
  • Performed work within secured Airport Operations Area requiring 10 year background check
  • Coordinated emergency response plans in times of crisis situations or natural disasters affecting company operations
  • Maintained open lines of communication with upper management to provide regular updates on operational progress and challenges faced by the team.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations for direct reports, identifying areas for improvement and setting development goals accordingly
  • Ensured compliance with company policies, industry regulations, safety standards, and local laws during daily operations

Retail Service Specialist

O’Reilly Auto Parts
11.2014 - 11.2016
  • Oversaw that tasks assigned to the team were completed in an appropriate and timely manner and assisted where needed
  • Resolved situations requiring attention of management to reach agreement between both customer and employee regularly
  • Checked in freight shipments and processed returns
  • Counted the store safe and ensured that the store was in ready condition for next work day and secured over night
  • Negotiated product pricing with wholesale customers while keeping store profit above given range
  • Received and processed phone and internet orders
  • Provided detailed instructions or access to proper information to customers regarding vehicle repair
  • Researched issues to obtain appropriate answers to customer inquiries.
  • Attended to customer complaints and processed product return or replacement requests.
  • Assisted customers in making informed purchase choices and selecting products.
  • Managed returns process efficiently by adhering to store policies while ensuring customer satisfaction in all cases of merchandise exchange or refund requests.

Freight Associate/Pro Loader

Home Depot
12.2013 - 11.2014
  • Arranged planogram according to given instructions
  • Operated forklift to load customers’ vehicles and restock shelves
  • Assisted cashiers in processing customer purchases
  • Unloaded pallets and stocked shelves within time limit given per shipment
  • Relieved busy departments when tasks were completed that were assigned to my department

Education

Bachelor of Science - Aviation

Liberty University
Lynchburg
11-2024

High School -

Tehachapi High School
Tehachapi, CA
01.2014

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Team cooperation
  • Adaptability
  • Attention to detail
  • Scheduling
  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Powerpoint)
  • Customer service and arbitration
  • Time and Task Management

References

  • Sanchia Rivera-Beckno (Signature Flight Support Regional Manager): (571)-732-5101


  • Robert Mullins (Signature Flight Support Regional Training Manager): (804)-731-4075


  • Jonathan Loveless (Kuhn Aviation Chief Pilot): (703)-975-7769


Hobbies and Interests

  • Flying
  • Reading
  • Exploring new places


Activities

  • Helped design training program (Signature)
  • Mentored/trained aspiring commercial pilots (Kuhn Jet Center)
  • Lead the store in overall retail sales regularly (O’Reilly)
  • Assisted in implementing SOPs for new operation (Kuhn Jet Center)

Certification

  • Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
  • Instrument Rating (IR) - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)

Timeline

Pilot

Kuhn Jet Center
09.2022 - Current

Operations Supervisor

Signature Flight Support
10.2017 - 09.2022

Retail Service Specialist

O’Reilly Auto Parts
11.2014 - 11.2016

Freight Associate/Pro Loader

Home Depot
12.2013 - 11.2014

High School -

Tehachapi High School
  • Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
  • Instrument Rating (IR) - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)

Bachelor of Science - Aviation

Liberty University
Chad Williams