Christian Marcale
Anchorage,AK
Summary
Technical Sergeant with nine years of experience in the Alaska Air National Guard as a C-17 and C-130 crew chief. Talented leader and analytical problem-solver with over 9 years of experience successfully managing maintenance operations. Efficiently able to prioritize and make quick decisions in relation to aircraft maintenance and coordinating resources and staff to handle any requirement. Offering exceptional judgment, superior work ethic and attention to detail combined with reliable, dedicated nature. Highly effective and knowledgeable in process improvement with a diverse background with a degree in psychology. Ready to continue serving the armed forces with the ability to transfer the skills and experience from aircraft maintenance into a new career field as a commissioned air battle manager.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
C-17 Crew Chief
Alaska Air National Guard, 176th AMXS
JBER, Alaska
05.2017 - Current
- Supervised maintainers in daily operations, including inspections, troubleshooting and preventive maintenance on C-17 aircraft.
- Maintained all aircraft in accordance with organizational maintenance requirements.
- Flying crew chief experience as lead maintainer coordinating with air crew of officers and enlisted during TDY missions to ensure aircraft mission capability
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
- Documented all inspection and maintenance actions in aircraft forms, GO81.
- Analyzed engineering drawings and schematics to troubleshoot electronic systems and diagnose solutions.
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
- Diagnosed faults and developed resolution plans.
- Maintained safety by implementing effective procedures regarding hazardous actions, materials and items.
- Maintained inventory systems and aircraft data systems and documented aircraft maintenance and services in electronic systems.
- Monitored parts and placed orders for maintenance supplies on consistent basis through different military software.
Ramp Agent
Delta Airlines
Anchorage, AK
05.2017 - 08.2020
- Safely operated various types of equipment such as conveyor belts, push-back tractors and tugs.
- Communicated closely with ground crew, flight crew, and tow person via headset radio to maintain loading and unloading safety and efficiency.
- Connected electrical power unit and hoses to aircraft.
- Positioned and towed aircraft from remote locations of airport to designated areas for operation.
- Coordinated all ground crew activities to complete objectives on schedule
- Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures
C-130 Crew Chief
Alaska Air National Guard
JBER, AK
08.2012 - 05.2017
- Performed day-to-day maintenance, including end-of-runway postflight, preflight and thru-flight special inspections and phase inspections.
- Interpreted, advised, and performed all required maintenance procedures and policies to repair aircraft and related equipment.
- Ordered, organized, and installed aircraft parts on subsystem assemblies, including engines, gearboxes, transmissions, and flight controls.
- Maintained inventory systems and aircraft data systems and documented aircraft maintenance and services in electronic systems.
- Deployed to Ali Al Salem, Kuwait February 2016-August 2016
- Supervised and trained other personnel to work on aircraft.
- Coordinated aircraft maintenance and repair schedules.
- Maintained safety by implementing effective procedures regarding hazardous actions, materials, and items.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Alaska Anchorage
Alaska05.2020
Military Certificate -
Airman Leadership School
JBER, AK08.2018
Military Certificate - Aerospace Maintenance Fundamentals
Aerospace Maintenance Tech School
Sheppard AFB08.2013
High School Diploma -
East Anchorage High School
Anchorage, Alaska05.2012
Skills
- Priority management
- Operations management
- Qualified 7 level in current career field with IPI/Red X qualifications in maintenance assessment and assurance
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Equipment installation and maintenance
- Organization and Time management
- Computer skills
- Performance Evaluations
- Safety Compliance
- Skilled Maintenance and Repair
- Work Estimation
Timeline
C-17 Crew Chief
Alaska Air National Guard, 176th AMXS
05.2017 - Current
Ramp Agent
Delta Airlines
05.2017 - 08.2020
C-130 Crew Chief
Alaska Air National Guard
08.2012 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Alaska Anchorage
Military Certificate -
Airman Leadership School
Military Certificate - Aerospace Maintenance Fundamentals
Aerospace Maintenance Tech School
High School Diploma -
East Anchorage High School