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Derek Kahler

Derek Kahler

Henrico,VA

Summary

US Air Force Veteran with 8 years of detail-oriented Maintenance Technician experience commended for performing quality maintenance under immense pressure with fast turnaround. Offering 8 years of comprehensive experience in troubleshooting and resolving mechanical & electrical issues of various model military aircraft. As well as 1 year of experience providing biomedical equipment maintenance and repairs. Knowledgeable in troubleshooting techniques, wiring diagrams & schematics. Focused on accurately diagnosing problems and resolving them quickly to provide minimal downtime.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Equipment Technician

Agiliti
11.2022 - Current


  • Provided cost-effective equipment inspection, maintenance, calibration, and repair service on a variety of medical devices
  • Completed paperwork and computer data entry accurately and promptly to ensure complete documentation for billing and required regulatory compliance.
  • Communicated with clinical staff on the topics of equipment features, functionality, etc.
  • Maintained safe work environment and adhered to privacy regulations.
  • Researched catalogs and parts lists to locate components for repairs.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.



Senior Maintenance Operations Controller

United States Air Force, USAF
05.2021 - 11.2022
  • Monitored & Coordinated Maintenance actions on over 3.4K en-route C-5, C-17 & contract civ aircraft annually
  • Continuously synchronized accuracy of local reporting tools with Global Decision support system & GO81 Maintenance databases
  • Ensured data flow is current, accurately represented on visual aids & disseminated to appropriate channels
  • Managed/implemented Emergency Quick Response Checklists; notified multiple agencies with current & accurate information
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.

Electrical & Environmental Craftsman

United States Air Force, USAF
04.2019 - 05.2021
  • Maintained, Troubleshot & repaired electrical and environmental systems on transient C-17 & C-5 aircraft
  • Inspected aircraft daily to assess airworthiness.
  • Utilized technical orders, schematics, logic diagrams, and built-in test functions to isolate and repair system malfunctions
  • Planed and conducted training and task certification for personnel in upgrade training to meet skill-level advancement
  • Serviced and repaired fuel, electrical, hydraulic and other aircraft systems.

Electrical & Environmental Systems Journeyman

United States Air Force, USAF
03.2016 - 03.2019
  • Maintained troubleshot/repaired electrical & environmental systems on 24 assigned C-17 aircraft valued at $5B
  • Updated logs and filled out maintenance reports with high accuracy and efficiency.
  • Read and interpreted manufacturers maintenance manuals, service bulletins and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
  • Recorded inspection and maintenance actions using log books, computer terminals and other technical applications.

Education

Airman Leadership School

United States Air Force
Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam
11.2019

C5M Electrical & Environmental Systems Course
Dover AFB, DE
04.2019

Electrical & Environmental Systems Tech School
Sheppard AFB, TX
04.2016

High School Diploma -

Oakridge High School
Muskegon, MI
05.2015

Skills

  • Inspecting Systems
  • Troubleshooting Issues
  • Servicing Systems
  • Interpreting Technical Documentation
  • Preventive Equipment Maintenance
  • Installations and Repairs
  • Lockout and Tagout Procedures
  • Electrical Wiring
  • Oxygen Systems
  • Pneumatic Systems
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft PowerPoint

Timeline

Medical Equipment Technician

Agiliti
11.2022 - Current

Senior Maintenance Operations Controller

United States Air Force, USAF
05.2021 - 11.2022

Electrical & Environmental Craftsman

United States Air Force, USAF
04.2019 - 05.2021

Electrical & Environmental Systems Journeyman

United States Air Force, USAF
03.2016 - 03.2019

Airman Leadership School

United States Air Force

C5M Electrical & Environmental Systems Course

Electrical & Environmental Systems Tech School

High School Diploma -

Oakridge High School
Derek Kahler