Christopher Garcia
Richlands,NC
Summary
Determined Helicopter Mechanic offering many years of experience and proficiency in maintaining all aspects of aircraft, with a proven history of effectively directing, monitoring, or performing preventive and unscheduled maintenance on aircrafts. Talented in effectively and safely inspecting, adjusting and repairing all equipment, systems and the aircraft body. Expert communicator with a positive attitude and motivation to help other mechanics, supervisors, and customers. Accomplished at employing expert problem-solving techniques when analyzing complex problems and troubleshooting to find successful solutions. Talented in working effectively in office setting, outdoors and in loud environment of hangar. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently employed for work quality and speed. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Helicopter Mechanic
United States Marine Corps
Jacksonville, NC
02.2018 - Current
- Inspect and maintain helicopter airframes and airframe components and perform duties relating to flight line operation.
- Managed night shift work center in a forward deployed Marine Aviation Combat Element (ACE) during the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit deployment overseas
- Attended regular safety meetings to stay abreast of industry best practices.
- Obtained the role of Quality Assurance Representative within my work center.
- Fully qualified in the Aviation Maintenance Training and Readiness Program
- Detached from unit to multiple locations with little man power and resources
- Apply management skills, critical thinking, and decision-making processes within a wide variety of contexts.
- Inspected and monitored, verifying standards of quality are being met on Marine Corps aircraft, engines, components, and equipment.
- Replaced worn or damaged parts using hand tools, power tools and precision measuring instruments.
- Provided guidance, supervision, and leadership to junior mechanics regarding complex tasks or procedures.
- Diagnosed malfunctions utilizing technical manuals, diagnostic equipment, and other available resources.
- Calibrated engine control systems following manufacturer's instructions.
- Managed planning, balancing and delegation of work center
- Martial Arts Instructor, conducting training in principles of close combat and core values.
- Marksmanship Coach, analyzing difficulties of shooters during dry and live fire exercises in all phases of the Marine
Corps Marksmanship Program during qualification and re-qualification.
Education
High School Diploma -
B.F. Terry High School
Rosenberg, TX06-2018
Some College (No Degree) -
Marine Corps University
Quantico, VACenter For Naval Technical Training Marine Unit
Camp Pendleton South, CASkills
- Maintaining helicopters
- Engine maintenance
- Monitoring safety
- Effective communication abilities
- Information recordkeeping
- Repairs and troubleshooting
- Component Replacement
- Problem-solving abilities
- Adaptability
- Analytical Skills
- Time management abilities
- researching, reading, and interpreting drawings, maintenance technical manuals, directives, and data
Accomplishments
- Awarded two Navy Achievement Medals for managing the night shift forward deployed and completing a two week task in 4 days with low man power and resources while detached from parent unit.
- Awarded two Good Conduct Medals for 6 consecutive years of continuously maintaining good order and discipline maintaining the Marine Corps image
- Awarded three Meritorious Masts
- Awarded four Certificate of Commendations
- Granted Marine of the Quarter twice, against 1200 Marines
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Helicopter Mechanic
United States Marine Corps
02.2018 - Current
High School Diploma -
B.F. Terry High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Marine Corps University
Center For Naval Technical Training Marine Unit
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