Airplanes and Classic cars
Dwight Flowers
Aircraft Maintenance
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
To be able to apply the multiple skills that I have achieved, as well as having the opportunity to learn and grow. As a creative problem solver, hard worker, and committed craftsman, Im willing to become a member of the team. Hardworking Aircraft Mechanic bringing 45+ years of experience performing diverse maintenance and repair duties. Strong knowledge of hand and power tool operation and safety measures.
Overview
48
48
years of professional experience
10
10
Certification
Work History
Flight Maintenance Engineer
Swift IAero Group
02.2019 - 04.2024
- Improved equipment reliability by implementing preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
- Reduced downtime through efficient troubleshooting and root cause analysis of equipment failures.
- Enhanced safety standards by conducting regular inspections, identifying hazards, and recommending corrective actions.
- Optimized spare parts inventory management for cost reduction and increased availability.
- Documented maintenance activities and confirmed compliance with relevant regulations.
- Performed troubleshooting and repair for complex electrical equipment.
- Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
- Inspected, tested and adjusted mechanical and electrical systems to facilitate proper functioning.
- Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
Aircraft Mechanic Tech III
Battlespace Flight Services LLC
02.2014 - 03.2018
- Maintained safety standards by adhering to FAA regulations and company policies during routine maintenance and repairs.
- Reduced downtime for aircraft by efficiently completing scheduled maintenance tasks within allotted timeframes.
- Collaborated with team members on complex repairs, ensuring successful completion of projects and minimizing delays in aircraft availability.
- Increased aircraft reliability by performing thorough inspections, diagnosing issues, and repairing or replacing necessary components.
- Increased team productivity by implementing streamlined processes and effective communication strategies.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
Aircraft Mechanic II UH-60 Phase Team
AECOM
07.2013 - 01.2014
- Removed and installed aircraft engines, rotor head, gearbox's, transmissions, mechanical flight controls and their components
- Serviced and lubricated aircraft subsystems
- Prepared aircraft for inspections and maintenance checks
- Performed schedule special inspections and assists in performing special inspections
- Performed limited maintenance operation checks and assist in diagnosing and troubleshooting aircraft systems using special tools and equipment as needed
- Prepared 30 forms and records related to aircraft maintenance.
Maintenance Tech 1
KBR
06.2012 - 07.2013
- Transient Aircraft Management, Meet Transient aircraft upon arrival in "Follow Me" vehicle, operate support equipment, check and service aircraft engine oil as required, check and service liquid or gaseous oxygen, nitrogen, hydraulics , fuels and oil systems as required, perform walk-around inspection of aircraft that remain overnight
- All work is performed at Camp Bastion in Afghanistan
- I have an A&P License and US Secret Clearance.
Maintenance Shift Manager
Allegiant Air
08.2009 - 06.2012
- Line Maintenance Shift Manager for Allegiant Air at the Las Vegas Maintenance Station with responsibilities that included planning the work load and assuring all work was completed and all paper work was properly signed off
- Coordinating with planning, Maintenance Control and QC to ensure all work and inspections were complied with
- Working with the FAA on compliance issues, Ensuring our Maintenance Manuals, IAB, GMM, Maintenance Certifications for the Mechanic, and Training Records were up to date
- I attended meetings with the Las Vegas Airport Maintenance
- Working with the Lead Mechanics to ensure all work assigned to the mechanic had been compiled with
- Controlled the budget and submitted all bills for Las Vegas Station.
Maintenance Technician
Allegiant Air
12.2006 - 08.2009
- Worked as a Line Maintenance Technician on MD-80's and Boeing 757 aircraft with responsibilities that included clearing logbook items, MELs, Overnight Checks, Phase Checks, Parts Receiving and Inspections, Engine Removal and Replacement and aircraft maintenance as needed
- I had certifications in Engine Run and Taxi, Engine Trims, RII Inspections and Parts inspection and receiving.
Line Maintenance Supervisor
Aloha Airlines
08.2005 - 12.2006
- I was the line Maintenance Supervisor for Aloha Airlines at the Oakland Maintenance Station with responsibilities that included planning the work load and assuring all work was complied with on our Boeing 737-700 fleet
- Executed daily operations of Aircraft Maintenance at the Oakland Station which included coordinating with Planning, Maintenance Control and QC to ensure all work and inspections were complied with
- I also worked with the FAA on compliance issues and ensuring that all Maintenance Manuals, IAB's, GMM Manuals, Maintenance Certifications and Training Records were up to date
- Worked with the Leads to ensure that all work that was schedule for that day had been assigned to the Mechanics and all MEL's and work orders were complied with.
Aircraft Mechanic
Aloha Airlines
08.2004 - 08.2005
- Worked as a Flight Line Mechanic on the Boeing 737-700 aircraft with responsibilities that included Clearing Logbook and MEL items, Performing ETOPS inspections, Part Receiving Inspections, RII inspections, Engine Removal and Replacement, Engine Run and Taxi and Aircraft Line Maintenance.
Aircraft Mechanic
Certified Aviation
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Worked Contract Maintenance as a Flight Line Mechanic on Boeing 757 Aircrafts for HNY, Boeing 737 and MD-80's for Alaska Airlines, A320 Airbus for Jet Blue, Boeing 737-700 Aircrafts for Aloha Airlines and Airbus A320's and Boeing 737's for United Airlines with responsibilities that included Clearing Logbook items, ETOPS items, ETOPS Inspections, Parts Receiving and Inspections and Line Maintenance.
Aircraft Maintenance Lead Technician
National Airlines
01.1999 - 01.2002
- Was a Lead Flight Line Mechanic on the Boeing 757 Aircraft for National Airlines with responsibilities that included, Clearing Logbook items, Scheduled Work Assignments for the Technicians, Trained new Technicians on Work Orders and Phase Checks, and Assisting the Supervisor on the day to day operations of the Maintenance Shop.
Aircraft Mechanic
Naval Air Station North Island
01.1976 - 01.1999
- Performed Major Depot-Level Maintenance and Inspections on F-4A's, F-14's, F-18's, E-2's, C-2's, aircrafts and CH-46's, CH-53 Helicopters
- I was assigned to Disassemble, Assemble and Flight Line Maintenance for code 970
- In 22 years of working in Depot- Level Maintenance I was promoted to the Lead Mechanic Position WG-11, Maintenance Supervisor WS-10, and then to a GS-11.
Education
Certificate Aviation Tech. -
Mara Masa College
San Diego, CACertificate 40 Hour Gem Fam 757 Aircraft -
Boeing Flight Safety
01.2011
Certificate Gem Fam 40 Hour MD-80 -
Boeing Flight Safety
01.2007
Certificate 40 Hour Gem Fam Boeing 737 Aircraft. -
Boeing Flight Safety
01.2005
Certificate Gem Fam 757 and 767 Aircrafts -
Boeing Flight Safety
Seattle, WA01.2001
Advance Troubleshooting 757 Aircraft -
Boeing Flight Safety
01.2001
Skills
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Safety Monitoring
- Written and verbal communication
- Preventive Maintenance
- Repair Work Planning
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Self Motivation
- Attention to Detail
- Professionalism
- Team Collaboration
- Decision-Making
References
Available upon request
Certification
757 Aircraft Systems Maintenance w/Sim Course 14 day course.
RB211-535E4 Engine Familiarization.
Aircraft Wiring Troubleshooting and Repair Course 757
737-6/7/8/900 Specialized ECS Troubleshooting Course
737-3/4/6/7/8/900 Airframe/Powerplant/ Electrical Systems Course
331-200 APU Line Maintenance. 26 hours Course
MD-80 40 Hour GEM FAM Course
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 30 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
401k matchPaid time offHealthcare benefitsPaid sick leaveCompany CultureWork-life balancePersonal development programsCareer advancementQuote
Every problem is a gift—without problems we would not grow.
Tony Robbins
Interests
Timeline
Flight Maintenance Engineer
Swift IAero Group
02.2019 - 04.2024
Aircraft Mechanic Tech III
Battlespace Flight Services LLC
02.2014 - 03.2018
Aircraft Mechanic II UH-60 Phase Team
AECOM
07.2013 - 01.2014
Maintenance Tech 1
KBR
06.2012 - 07.2013
Maintenance Shift Manager
Allegiant Air
08.2009 - 06.2012
Maintenance Technician
Allegiant Air
12.2006 - 08.2009
Line Maintenance Supervisor
Aloha Airlines
08.2005 - 12.2006
Aircraft Mechanic
Aloha Airlines
08.2004 - 08.2005
Aircraft Mechanic
Certified Aviation
01.2002 - 01.2004
Aircraft Maintenance Lead Technician
National Airlines
01.1999 - 01.2002
Aircraft Mechanic
Naval Air Station North Island
01.1976 - 01.1999
Certificate Aviation Tech. -
Mara Masa College
Certificate 40 Hour Gem Fam 757 Aircraft -
Boeing Flight Safety
Certificate Gem Fam 40 Hour MD-80 -
Boeing Flight Safety
Certificate 40 Hour Gem Fam Boeing 737 Aircraft. -
Boeing Flight Safety
Certificate Gem Fam 757 and 767 Aircrafts -
Boeing Flight Safety
Advance Troubleshooting 757 Aircraft -
Boeing Flight Safety
757 Aircraft Systems Maintenance w/Sim Course 14 day course.
RB211-535E4 Engine Familiarization.
Aircraft Wiring Troubleshooting and Repair Course 757
737-6/7/8/900 Specialized ECS Troubleshooting Course
737-3/4/6/7/8/900 Airframe/Powerplant/ Electrical Systems Course
331-200 APU Line Maintenance. 26 hours Course
MD-80 40 Hour GEM FAM Course
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