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 Hickam11.2019
C5M Electrical & Environmental Systems Course
Dover AFB, DE04.2019
Electrical & Environmental Systems Tech School
Sheppard AFB, TX04.2016
High School Diploma -
Oakridge High School
Muskegon, MI05.2015
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