Hard working dedicated Individual with extensive aviation experience. Proven track record in increasing productivity and building strong effective and efficient teams. Strong public speaking and presentation background. Flexible proven leader with the ability to organize and manage multiple projects.
Work History
Aircraft Maintenance Foreman
Montana Army Aviation Support Facility
Helena, MT
01.2021 - Current
Respected aviation maintenance supervisor managing six CH-47 aircraft and 2 UH-72 aircraft
Developed several new procedures to further streamline maintenance production improving operational readiness rates by 5% from proceeding year ranking 5th overall in the National Guard in CH-47 maintenance.
Responsible for applying continuous risk management procedures to ensure employee safety contributing to zero shop accidents or incidents
Responsible for complying with all OSHA and Army occupational safety regulations
Youngest individual in Montana AASF's history to get selected as a Foreman.
Managed team of 14 employees, overseeing hiring, training, and professional growth of employees
Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork
First Sergeant
Montana Army National Guard
Helena, MT
10.2003 - Current
Respected and dedicated leader who has made soldier care the top priority.
Currently responsible for up to 108 individuals as senior enlisted leader (First Sergeant) of Delta Company 1-189th Aviation Maintenance Company
Previously assigned to 2 other companies as their First Sergeant
Throughout 18 year career I have directly lead hundreds of individuals through countless missions including deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan
Senior CH-47 mechanic and Standardization Instructor in the State of Montana
Extremely experienced end item user of Boeing products and manufacturing.
Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports
Production Controller
Montana Army Aviation Support Facility
Helena, MT
07.2010 - 02.2021
Managed maintenance for 24 aircraft and coordinated all communication outside of organization for support or logistical needs
Set priorities for five different shops working on five different Airframes managing several different projects during same time period
Managed 3 different automated maintenance project management software platforms and submitted daily and monthly reports to senior level officials
Managed and organized daily presentations and meetings for senior leaders
Worked extensively in supply chain management and logistical support systems
Planned material equipment and manpower needs for job
Planned production schedules, taking employee production rates, company needs and seasonal changes into account
Monitored inventory use and adjusted inventory control techniques
Aircraft Mechanic/Standardization Instructor
Montana Army Aviation Support Facility
Helena, MT
07.2005 - 07.2010
Performed Aircraft maintenance on 4 different airframes managing parts acquisitions, scheduled maintenance, unscheduled maintenance, and special tooling
Served as primary point of contact for assigned aircraft
Performed as Quality Assurance Inspector certifying maintenance tasks performance and compliance
Instructed Flight Engineers and developed standards for all non-rated crewmembers to follow ensuring highest level of safety and performance
Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair and replace faulty components in aircrafts
Maintained orderly and safe work environment by enforcing tool control and FOD awareness, prevention and safety
Manufactured aircraft repair parts to include heat treating procedures from raw materials
Education
Master Leaders Course - Organizational Leadership
Army Professional Development
Fort Eustis, VA
12.2020 - 05.2021
Undergraduate - Aviation Maintenance Technology Part 65
Embry Riddle University
Daytona Beach Florida
05.2005 - 12.2007
No Degree - Business Management
Montana State University
Bozeman, MT
08.2002 - 06.2004
High School Diploma -
University High School
Spokane, WA
08.1998 - 06.2002
Skills
Leadership
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Affiliations
-Jefferson County Central Committee (Chairman)
-Boulder Elementary School Board (Trustee)
- Youth Wrestling (Coach)
- Army Aviation Association of America AAAA (Member)
Timeline
Aircraft Maintenance Foreman
Montana Army Aviation Support Facility
01.2021 - Current
Master Leaders Course - Organizational Leadership
Army Professional Development
12.2020 - 05.2021
Production Controller
Montana Army Aviation Support Facility
07.2010 - 02.2021
Aircraft Mechanic/Standardization Instructor
Montana Army Aviation Support Facility
07.2005 - 07.2010
Undergraduate - Aviation Maintenance Technology Part 65
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