Dakota Leavitt-Cottle
Summary
Dedicated manufacturing professional experienced in mechanical assembly and inspections. Dedicated and resourceful with strengths in operating and maintaining equipment and tools. Looking for a long-term role with room for advancement.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Jet Engine Mechanic
Honeywell
06.2023 - Current
- Built and repaired the HTF7000 engines for multiple private aircraft.
- Used dry ice and ovens to install bearings and seals.
- Documented maintenance actions with integrated data system.
- Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance.
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
- Worked on both conventional and modified systems to troubleshoot and repair issues, alter assemblies and make final adjustments.
Mechanic
Arrowhead Lexus
09.2021 - 06.2023
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Participated in ongoing training to stay up to date with advancements in automotive technology.
- Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
Auto Glass Technician
Self-employed
08.2019 - 10.2021
- Replaced windshields and windows in vans, trucks and cars.
- Kept work areas organized, clean and free of hazards.
- Applied primer, installed glass and monitored curing.
- Accepted and processed payments for services.
- Oversaw inventory management and purchasing, proactively ordering required quantity of parts and supplies.
- Cut safety glass according to specified patterns and performed precision pattern-making and glass-cutting to custom-fit replacement windows.
- Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
Appliance Installer
Self Employed
08.2018 - 09.2019
- Delivered, loaded and unloaded and installed top of the line appliances.
- Lifted up to 800 pounds unassisted to load and unload appliances.
- Ordered parts and maintained adequate inventory.
- Worked independently and took responsibility for repair of assigned equipment.
- Applied mechanical skills to perform maintenance on equipment.
- Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
Fabrication Welder
Spiller Fabrication
01.2017 - 08.2018
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
- Used cutting torches to shape and cut metal for fabrication projects.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents.
- Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
- Developed and implemented methods to increase efficiency in welding and fabrication.
- Tested strength and quality of welds using tension, bend and penetration tests.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
Corrections Officer
Arizona Department Of Corrections
01.2016 - 01.2016
- Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors and public to maintain security within facility.
- Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
- Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
- Monitored radio transmissions between staff to respond immediately to directions and emergencies.
- Maintained safety and security of staff and public by applying defensive techniques and physical restraints.
Education
No Degree - Airframe And Powerplant Certification
West-Mec
Glendale, AZ03.2022
Skills
- Propulsion Systems
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- Materials Requisition
- Engine Components
- Bearing Installation
- Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
- ASE engine certification
- Flux Core (FCAW) Welding
- Welding Chart Specifications Compliance
- Configuration and Management
- Managing Multiple Tasks
- Negotiation
Timeline
Jet Engine Mechanic
Honeywell
06.2023 - Current
Mechanic
Arrowhead Lexus
09.2021 - 06.2023
Auto Glass Technician
Self-employed
08.2019 - 10.2021
Appliance Installer
Self Employed
08.2018 - 09.2019
Fabrication Welder
Spiller Fabrication
01.2017 - 08.2018
Corrections Officer
Arizona Department Of Corrections
01.2016 - 01.2016
No Degree - Airframe And Powerplant Certification
West-Mec