Skilled and detail-oriented Sheet Metal Mechanic with strong background fabricating and installing sheet metal components and systems. Reviews orders, specifications, and applicable codes to create safe, durable structures. Works effectively alone or with team members to meet continuous work demands.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sheet Metal Mechanic
Tinker AFB
Oklahoma City, United States
07.2006 - Current
I'm proficient in planning and lay out work from blueprints, sketches, drawings, specifications, and work orders in manufacturing aircraft sheet metal structures
Able to review work order requirements identifying aircraft or structure to be repaired or modified
Evaluates structural damage to aircraft sheet metal systems or items to be manufactured, repaired, or modified
Uses advanced shop mathematics to calculate irregular curves, angles, and pitch
Devises and calculates patterns for items to be manufactured, repaired, or modified
Determines material, tools, and equipment needed for a project
Manually documents actions taken or enters information into an automated system
Able to use a wide variety of hand and power tools such as hammers, chisels, hand snips, band and circle saws, squaring shears , brakes, and stakes
Able to inspect aircraft structures to find cracks , holes, bulges, dents, and loose and missing fasteners
Able to determine the type and extent of repairs needed to restore original strength to components such as frames, stringers, bulkheads, spars, ribs, and stiffeners, and to make repairs by manufacturing and installing new parts and reinforcing, patching, and replacing defective parts Develops patterns and cuts, forms, joins, assembles, and installs aircraft sheet metal items and systems which have combined straight and curved edges or irregular curves, angles, and planes
Determines dimensions, angles, contours, and types of attaching hardware
Makes general repairs by manufacturing and installing new parts and reinforcing, patching, and replacing defective parts
Also stood in as supervisor on numerous occasions
Assisted aircraft mechanics on removing bonnet from B-52 aircraft.
Assisted aircraft mechanics on removing fasteners from alligator fittings for inspection
Assisted aircraft mechanics in removing fasteners, duct work, and flight controls from flight deck.
Fabricated, trimmed, and properly fit over 400 jettison egress hatches for the active 76 B-52 Bombers in the fleet.
Stood in as supervisor alternate on occasion.
Assisted cranes and aircraft mechanics on installing and removing stands around aircraft.
CDL Driver
Coastal Chemical LLC
Crescent, OK
03.2015 - 07.2016
Observed all safety protocols while operating commercial motor vehicles.
Verified load against shipping documents to ensure accuracy.
Loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks.
Assisted in the maintenance of fleet vehicles by performing minor repairs when necessary.
Communicated effectively with customers to ensure timely delivery of goods.
Delivered freight within specified time frames while adhering to assigned routes and schedules.
Reported any incidents or accidents involving company vehicles immediately to supervisors and managers.
Monitored vehicle performance and reported any problems or concerns to management.
Inspected trucks for mechanical items and safety issues before each trip.
Ensured compliance with federal and state regulations regarding the transport of hazardous materials.
Completed daily post-trip inspections on assigned vehicles upon completion of route.
Responded promptly to customer inquiries about product availability, order status.
Communicated regularly with dispatch personnel regarding delivery updates or changes in schedule and route plans.
Structural Welder/ Fabrication
Paul Britt Welding
Oklahoma City, United States
06.2014 - 12.2015
Tested different types of welding equipment to ensure optimal performance levels.
Calibrated gauges to measure the correct amount of heat during welding operations.
Applied shielding gases to prevent oxidation during the welding process.
Repaired damaged or defective parts using appropriate welding techniques.
Followed established procedures regarding pre-heating temperatures before starting a weld.
Developed customized jigs and fixtures for specific tasks as required by the job at hand.
Read technical documents such as blueprints and schematics accurately when necessary.
Operated cutting torches to cut metal pieces prior to welding them together.
Fabricated metal components according to blueprints and drawings.
Floorhand/Motorhand/ Derrickhand
Nomac Drilling
El Reno, OK
07.2014 - 01.2015
Operates machines and maintains equipment used in drilling operations.
Assembly, disassembly and transportation of drilling equipment such as pipes, drill bits and drill stems, in addition to cement, mortar and various other supplemental materials.
Assists the driller in a multitude of functions including, tripping pipe, handling tongs, making connections, cleaning, etc.
Loads and off-loads pipe and other items from the boat to the rig.
Performs general rig maintenance, Cleaning rig floor, chipping, and painting.
Performs general maintenance on draw works, rotary system, mud pumps, shale shakers, etc.
Manipulates sections of pipe or drill stem during the removal or replacement of pipe strings, drill stems or drill bits.
Assists in moving pipe from catwalk to the Vee Door.
Assists in Tripping pipe (Using slips, tongs, elevators, spinning chain, etc.)and makes connections while running drill pipe, casing, or production tubing.
Responsible as first responders for emergency situations and evacuation procedures.
Operates cranes, fork lift, sling baskets.
Communicates effectively with co-workers and supervision. -Maintained safe work area followed all safety rules and regulations.
Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding any issues encountered during job duties.
Operated tongs to make up or break out drill pipe connections.
Acted as Motor Hand last two months before rig was shut down.
Assisted derrick hand in pulling back pipe and mixing mud in mud house.
Motor Transportation Chief
United States Marine Corps
Camp Pendleton, CA
05.2004 - 05.2014
Managed the preventative maintenance program for the Motor Transport section.
Ensured 1st echelon vehicle maintenance is conducted in accordance with Company policy.
Tracked all discrepancies; ensure timely induction into the maintenance cycle.
Filed and maintained all 1st echelon maintenance record jackets.
Monitored the induction of tactical vehicles into the maintenance process through the Quality Control NCO.
Maintained daily accountability of vehicles and inform the Motor Transport Officer in the Company motor pool.
Supervised the On Vehicle NCO to ensure requisition of vehicle SL-3 gear, as required.
Performed the duties of vehicle operator in support of training and daily operations.
Lead, mentored, and motivated all junior Motor Transport Marines.
Created, ordered, and closed approximately 103 service requests through GCSS to bring vehicle readiness and SL-3 accountability above 95 percent.
Assisted in maintaining full accountability of all equipment worth in excess of 10 million dollars on the CMR (YMT) totaling up to 80 pieces of equipment.
Served as Color Sergeant for two years during Commanding General's Inspection Program and all unit functions, to include the Marine Corps Ball.
Coordinated and conducted two Enhanced Marksmanship Program qualification ranges; yielded increased proficiency for 60 Marines in marksmanship training.
Conducted Never Leave a Marine Behind Suicide Prevention classes for 60 Marines.
Supervised accountability of SL-3 equipment for 41 tactical vehicles.
Conducted 11 MOS related Training & Readiness classes ensuring 10 Motor transportation operators within 1st ANGLICO have completed required annual refresher training.
Conducted dozens of Marine Corps Combat Marksmanship courses for over 120 Marines each quarter.
Acted as Motor Transportation Chief (E-7) for over two years as a Sergeant (E-5).
Education
High school diploma or equivalent -
Crescent High School
Crescent, OK
05.2004
Some college (no degree) - Business administration