Donald Steelfox
Chipley,FL
Summary
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shop Manager/Parts Manager
Sapp’s Land and Excavating
10.2024 - Current
- Manage all shop operations, delegate work to 5 employees and dispatch field mechanics to job sites
- Ensure 50+ Trucks, trailers, and logging equipment stay maintained
- Ensure equipment remains operational without hindering productivity
- Verify compliance with D.O.T standards for all vehicles
- Clear overdue maintenance backlog
- Maintain a safe, efficient, and enjoyable work environment
- Maintain cost-effective operations. Reduced spending on overpriced products while maintaining quality
- Managed inventory levels for optimal product availability, resulting in fewer stockouts and less equipment/ employee downtime
- Maintained safe working environment by enforcing adherence to safety and security protocols.
- Established strong vendor relationships for timely delivery of products and seamless order processing
Parts Manager
Sapp’s Land and Excavating
07.2024 - Current
- Manage inventory to maintain optimal stock levels and reduce overspending
- Negotiate improved pricing structures with new vendors
- Develop tracking systems to monitor parts and equipment spending
- Coordinate with operators to perform scheduled maintenance without disrupting productivity
Facility Management/Shop Hand
Sapp’s Land and Excavating
02.2024 - 07.2024
- Organized and optimized inventory
- Identified inefficiencies and implemented corrective measures
- Disposed of outdated parts and equipment safely
- Managed proper disposal of used oil products
- Maintained a clean and organized shop floor, ensuring safety standards were upheld at all times
- Assisted team members with various tasks, contributing to a positive work environment and increased productivity
- Collaborated with fellow employees on special projects, improving overall shop performance
Career Break
Self Employed
02.2022 - 02.2024
- Focused on personal development and recovery
- Operated a small business
Activity Security Monitor/Debrief Section Chief
United States Air Force
02.2019 - 02.2022
- Managed physical and personnel security for assigned units
- Maintained up-to-date security clearances for 200+ personnel
- Performed security clearance audits
- Conducted annual security training
- Safeguarded multimillion-dollar assets both domestically and abroad
- Conducted detailed debriefs with pilots to ensure accurate operational feedback
- Permitted entry with escort for approved persons into secure locations
Flight-line Expeditor
United States Air Force
08.2017 - 02.2019
- Oversaw maintenance of avionics, environmental, and electrical systems for fighter aircraft
- Led a team of 40+ personnel across three shifts
- Maximized aircraft availability by managing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks proactively.
- Assigned tasks and ensured safe, efficient maintenance practices
- Delivered combat-ready aircraft by coordinating with leadership and managing directives
- Trained and mentored team members, improving safety and efficiency
- Streamlined flight line operations for increased efficiency and reduced downtime
- Enhanced aircraft turnaround time by effectively coordinating maintenance teams and resources
- Expedited critical repairs by promptly identifying required parts and coordinating with supply chain teams
- Evaluated team performance regularly, providing constructive feedback for improved productivity and job satisfaction among flight line personnel
Integrated Avionics Technician
United States Air Force
05.2010 - 07.2017
- Conducted scheduled and unscheduled inspections to ensure flight readiness
- Performed preventive and corrective maintenance on aircraft electronics and systems
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical systems using testing equipment
- Completed quality assurance checks and maintained detailed documentation
- Utilized software tools to enhance operational efficiency and communication
- Improved aircraft maintenance efficiency by conducting detailed avionics system diagnostics and troubleshooting
- Facilitated clear communication between ground crews and airborne personnel using state-of-the-art data-link equipment and radio frequency management techniques
- Reduced maintenance downtime through proactive identification of potential issues in aircraft avionic systems
- Increased operational readiness of aircraft fleets by training junior technicians on advanced diagnostic techniques for integrated avionics systems
- Contributed to the development of best practices for integrated avionics maintenance through active participation in working groups and industry seminars
- Optimized system performance by calibrating and aligning integrated avionics components in accordance with technical specifications
- Repaired and installed wiring, connectors, control boxes antennas, and other pieces
- Tested electrical aircraft systems, components, and equipment for compliance with standards and to uncover malfunctions
Education
Non-Commissioned Officer Academy - Leadership
Barnes Center For Enlisted Education
Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, AK03.2020
Airman Leadership School - Leadership
Barnes Center For Enlisted Education
Tynadall AFB, FL08.2014
Skills
- Team leadership
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Operations management
- Training management
- Quality assurance
- Inventory tracking and management
- Employee management
- Employee motivation
- Relationship building
- Delegating work
- Process improvements
- Cost analysis and savings
Certification
Secret Clearance, 02/01/11, 02/01/22
Military Service
United States Air Force, E-6, 05/01/10, 02/01/22, F-22 Integrated Avionics Craftsman (7 years), F-22 Flightline Expeditor (1 year), F-22 Debrief Section Chief/Activity Security Monitor (3 years)
Timeline
Shop Manager/Parts Manager
Sapp’s Land and Excavating
10.2024 - Current
Parts Manager
Sapp’s Land and Excavating
07.2024 - Current
Facility Management/Shop Hand
Sapp’s Land and Excavating
02.2024 - 07.2024
Career Break
Self Employed
02.2022 - 02.2024
Activity Security Monitor/Debrief Section Chief
United States Air Force
02.2019 - 02.2022
Flight-line Expeditor
United States Air Force
08.2017 - 02.2019
Integrated Avionics Technician
United States Air Force
05.2010 - 07.2017
Non-Commissioned Officer Academy - Leadership
Barnes Center For Enlisted Education
Secret Clearance, 02/01/11, 02/01/22
Airman Leadership School - Leadership
Barnes Center For Enlisted Education
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