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David Thomas

Lafayette,LA

Summary

Accomplished A&P Mechanic with a strong background in aircraft maintenance. Expert in streamlining processes and managing parts inventory, contributing to reduced turnaround times and enhanced safety compliance.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

A&P Mechanic

PHI Inc
Lafayette, LA
12.2001 - Current
  • Conducted thorough inspections of aircraft systems to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline maintenance processes, reducing turnaround time for repairs.
  • Mentored junior mechanics, fostering skill development and adherence to industry standards in maintenance practices.
  • Managed inventory of parts and tools, ensuring availability when needed for repairs or replacements.
  • For the past 20 years I have worked almost exclusively on the sikorsky S92 helicopter, the past 10 years was overseas, also have worked on S76, Bell 412 and 212.

A&P Mechanic

Ratheon Aerospace CFT
Lafayette, LA
03.1998 - 12.2001

Contracted to PHI.

Repossession Agent

Tristate Recovery
Fayetteville Ar
02.1995 - 10.1997
  • Conducted field investigations to locate and repossess vehicles in accordance with legal guidelines.
  • Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to ensure safe and lawful repossession activities.
  • Managed documentation of repossession activities, maintaining accuracy and compliance with regulations.

Marine Corps

USMC
Cherry Point NC
01.1990 - 01.1995
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
  • Plane captain on the AV8B Harrier II.

Education

High School Diploma -

Greenland High School
Greenland, AR

Skills

  • Weight and balance calculations
  • Tool control procedures
  • Aircraft systems
  • Corrosion control
  • Landing gear inspection
  • Hydraulic system maintenance
  • Maintenance documentation
  • Ground support equipment operation
  • Flight control rigging
  • Engine repair

Timeline

A&P Mechanic

PHI Inc
12.2001 - Current

A&P Mechanic

Ratheon Aerospace CFT
03.1998 - 12.2001

Repossession Agent

Tristate Recovery
02.1995 - 10.1997

Marine Corps

USMC
01.1990 - 01.1995

High School Diploma -

Greenland High School
David Thomas