Dwayne Friend
Collierville,United States
Summary
Accomplished AMT with a strong knowledge of ETOPS, RVSM, LLM, aircraft systems and components, including engines, GE and Pratt & Whitney, thrust reverser rigging, powerplant, airframes, hydraulics, pneumatic, avionics and electrical systems. History of executing the removal and replacement of engines on B777, 727, MD10, MD11, A300, landing gear on B727, A300, and McDonnell Douglas MD11. Leadership skills in mentoring new Aircraft Technicians
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Aircraft Maintenance Technician AOG
Atlas Air Worldwide
11.2023 - Current
- Troubleshoot technical discrepancies and execute repairs of aircraft components on Boeing 767, 777, 737, 747-400, 747-800.
- Proficient in the use of power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircraft.
- Operate test equipment, voltage/amperage measuring devices, recording devices and navigate troubleshooting equipment.
- Inspect, modify and repair aircraft at the maintenance base and remote locations.
- Provide guidance to entry level mechanics/on site contract mechanics on basic tasks and troubleshooting.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
FedEx Express
07.1999 - 09.2023
- Over 23 years of experience as an Aircraft Technician at Fedex Express. Specializing in aircraft maintenance and repairs on Boeing 727, 757,767,777. Airbus A310-200, A310-300, A300-600. MD10, MD11.
- ETOPS qualified on Boeing 767, 777. LLM, RVSM qualified on Boeing 757, 767, 777. Airbus A300-600, MD10, MD11.
- Systems training classes at Fedex Express training facility on all aircraft listed above.
- Performed inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on all aircraft in the fleet in a B check environment.
- Performed repairs and maintenance on all aircraft systems, including electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel and engines.
- Coordinated with flight operations personnel to ensure that aircraft were safe and ready for flight.
- Assisted with the maintenance of records, including aircraft logbooks, maintenance records, and service bulletins.
- Collaborated with other technicians to ensure that all repairs and maintenance standards were met and complied with.
- Performed preflight and postflight inspections and maintenance of aircraft.
Aircraft Technician
Mesaba Airlines
10.1999 - 07.2000
- Flight line Experience specializing in aircraft Avro RJ85.
- Experienced flight line inspections, preflight, postflight, inspection checks and repairs
Aircraft Technician
Northwest Airlink
04.1994 - 10.1999
- Sr. Lead Aircraft Technician specializing on aircraft Saab 340's and Jetstream 31's
- Experienced in performing preflight, postflight, and LC1 and LC2 inspection checks, and repairs
- Flight line lead/supervisor, Duties consist of communications with flight operations, coordinate maintenance for inbound and outbound flights, scheduling.
Education
Aviation Maintenance Tech A&P
Spartan College of Aeronautics
Tulsa, Oklahoma10.1992
High School Diploma - undefined
Mullins High School
Pikeville, Kentucky05.1985
Skills
- Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- Removing engines
- Installing equipment
- Servicing systems
- Preventive Maintenance
- Compliance and safety
- Precision measurement
- Towing aircraft
- Troubleshooting and Diagnosing problems
Timeline
Aircraft Maintenance Technician AOG
Atlas Air Worldwide
11.2023 - Current
Aircraft Technician
Mesaba Airlines
10.1999 - 07.2000
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
FedEx Express
07.1999 - 09.2023
Aircraft Technician
Northwest Airlink
04.1994 - 10.1999
High School Diploma - undefined
Mullins High School
Aviation Maintenance Tech A&P
Spartan College of Aeronautics
Mentorship
Help new mechanics