Danial Sawyer
Ground Instructor/Loadmaster
Conway,SC
Summary
Diligent Air Transportation Specialist with advanced knowledge of resource management and logistics coordination. Highly skilled in hazardous material handling, documentation and safety demonstrated over 20 years of United States Air Force service.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Ground Instructor/Aircraft Loadmaster
Air Transport International
12.2023 - Current
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with industry advancements and teaching methodologies.
- Utilized multimedia tools to create interactive presentations that enhanced student engagement during ground school sessions.
- Provided individualized support for struggling students through one-on-one tutoring sessions tailored to their specific needs.
- Used both manual and electronic methods to compute aircraft weight and balance.
- Interpreted cargo and passenger load briefings and reviewed all plans and documentation.
- Provided expert guidance on proper handling of hazardous materials, significantly reducing potential safety risks.
- Minimized delays due to unforeseen circumstances by effectively adapting plans based on real-time challenges encountered during aircraft loading processes.
- Enhanced aircraft loading efficiency by implementing precise load planning and distribution techniques.
- Collaborated with pilots and aircrew to address any in-flight issues, ensuring smooth operations during each flight mission.
Air Transportation Craftsman
United States Air Force, USAF
11.2003 - 11.2023
- Assessed competing priorities to determine necessary supplies, vehicles and personnel to complete transport duties.
- Adhered to established protocols and safety procedures for loading and transporting potentially hazardous cargo.
- Fostered military transportation safety and efficiency.
- Coordinated transport of food and medical supplies for prompt delivery to correct destination.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
Education
Associate of Science - Air Transportation Management
Ashford University
San Diego, CA 04.2019 - 04.2021
Skills
Cargo and passenger documentation
Air transportation safety
Aircraft loading and unloading
Hazardous cargo protocols
Quality control
Shipping method determination
Transportation Logistics
Passenger safety
Cargo shipment weighing
Cargo shipment estimations
Cargo unloading
Shipping documents preparation
Goods classification
Certification
Hazardous Materials Airlift Preparer
Timeline
Ground Instructor/Aircraft Loadmaster
Air Transport International
12.2023 - Current
Hazardous Materials Airlift Preparer
07-2022
Hazardous Materials Airlift Inspector
05-2022
Associate of Science - Air Transportation Management
Ashford University
04.2019 - 04.2021
Principles of Instruction
05-2017
Management of Aerial Port Operations Course (MAPOC)
01-2017
Air Transportation Craftsman
United States Air Force, USAF
11.2003 - 11.2023