Eli Tenner
Surprise,AZ
Summary
A reliable aircraft maintenance professional skillfully inspects, services, and repairs a variety of aircraft types and models. This professional safely assesses and resolves mechanical issues through detailed investigations of the sources of problems.
With 18 years of experience in aircraft maintenance, both on active duty and in civilian A&P maintenance, complemented by 3 years managing a heavy equipment repair facility and overseeing job site equipment maintenance, and an additional 1.5 years as the owner/operator of a trucking company.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
F-16 FIT II Aircraft and Engine Technician
Top Aces Corp
08.2022 - Current
- Services aircraft
- Performs end-of-runway, ground handling postflight, preflight, thru-flight, special inspections, and phase inspections.
- Advises on problems maintaining, servicing, and inspecting aircraft and related aerospace equipment.
- Troubleshoots and maintains aircraft engines, hydraulic, and other related systems, structures, components, and related equipment.
- Removes and installs aircraft and engine components.
- Conducts functional tests of repaired engines, components, and systems.
- Performs troubleshooting, manages engine health, and determines repair procedures on aircraft engines based on unscheduled engine removals and engine monitoring system data.
- Removes, installs, inspects, repairs, and modifies engines, engine modules and components
Aerospace Maintenance Craftsman
AECOM
11.2019 - 06.2022
- Documented all inspection and maintenance actions in aircraft forms, IMDS and FERMS.
- Completed preventative and reparative maintenance on aircraft electronics and computer systems.
- Maintained orderly and safe work environment by enforcing tool control and FOD awareness, prevention and safety at all times.
- Conducted and oversaw safety protocols, including flight line foreign object prevention walks.
- Maintain, service and repair 12 assigned F-16A model aircraft.
Trailer Technician
Huber Trailer Sales
03.2019 - 11.2019
- Correctly and safely used variety of hand tools, saws and cutting equipment to carry out job duties.
- Recognized and reported defective material and equipment to shift supervisor.
- Received and processed both written and verbal instructions, prints and work orders.
- Expertly assembled millwork products such as doors, windows, cabinets and counters.
- Maintained counts and lifts, shifts and stocks materials and parts.
- Inspected and tested components, assemblies and power tools for proper functionality.
- Planned and paced work efficiently in order to meet daily, weekly, project or production goals.
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated agreements between parties in order to reach win-win solutions to disagreements and clarify misunderstandings.
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Eli Tenner Trucking, LLC.
07.2018 - 11.2019
- Managed day-to-day business operations, including accounting, finance, HR, marketing and public relations.
- Assessed financial reports and statements regularly to update processes and operations for greater profitability.
- Inspected vehicle and equipment before and after every trip to monitor routine wear and identify larger maintenance issues.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Conducted efficient cargo transfers to maintain route schedules.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers and binders to secure load during transit.
- Presented clean, neat appearance during every shift to uphold professional company presence.
Heavy Equipment Technician
L&L Cargile Construction
03.2016 - 07.2018
- Used hand tools to disassemble equipment, perform repair work and then reassemble parts.
- Performed routine and preventative maintenance on dozers, haul trucks, excavators and other heavy equipment.
- Traveled 25% of time to work on-site at customer locations.
- Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.
- Analyzed malfunctioning equipment and determined type of repairs required.
- Specialized in repairing Komatsu equipment but learned ins and outs of many different manufacturer's pieces.
- Maintained meticulous records of all repair work that was made to machines and equipment.
- Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics and braking systems to return machines to service.
Diesel Mechanic
Hall Oil-field Trucking
10.2015 - 01.2016
- Maintained fleet of 14 trucks and 16 trailers along four trailer boosters and all heavy equipment associated with oil-field equipment moving and set up.
- Performed hourly maintenance and service on Kenworth C500 and T800 heavy trucks with Cummins ISX and Caterpillar Acert engine families.
- Performed maintenance on all parts of the running gear to include chassis repairs, brakes system repairs and replacement, full rear suspension removal - repair - installation.
- Experienced in dismounting and mounting wheels onto truck and trailer and manually removing and replacing worn and damaged tires on steel and aluminum rims.
- Experience with trouble shooting and repair of complicated electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Inspected all vehicle systems to assess function and uncover defects.
- Used specialty equipment, standard tools, and gauges to complete assessments and repairs.
Mechanic
AMG Auto Repair
03.2015 - 10.2015
- Performed general automotive maintenance, brake and chassis work, engine rebuilding, transmission removal and installation, differential rebuilding, oil changes and fluid service on gasoline and diesel engines, installation of after- market accessories and fabrication welding.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs using hand and power tools to maximize reliability.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
Flying Crew Chief/Lead Maintenance Technician
US Air Force
07.2013 - 04.2015
- Responsible for maintaining and accompanying $66m+ KC-135R/T aircraft with limited maintenance and support - Performs maintenance; interprets, troubleshoots and provides technical expertise on multiple aircraft systems.
- Ensures accuracy and completeness of all aircraft forms and updates automated maintenance tracking systems.
- Performs in-flight fault analysis/isolation; augments aircrew with passenger assistance/control when necessary.
- Adhered to established policies and standards to safely complete projects.
- Read and monitored aircraft status reports regularly.
- Coordinated aircraft maintenance and repair schedules.
- Diagnosed malfunctions and made repairs.
Flight Line Expediter
US Air Force
07.2012 - 07.2013
- Directed maintenance on 36 KC-135R/T Aircraft - Managed 85+ Maintenance Technicians over three shifts to ensure 24hr coverage.
- Ensured maintenance was accomplished, coordinated all aircraft MX actions.
- Work with Production Superintendent and manage, control and direct resources to accomplish maintenance tasks as efficiently as possible.
- Ensures aircraft status is accurately reflected in the maintenance forms and Notify Maintenance Operations Command and Production Superintendent when aircraft are ready for flight, engine start, taxi, block-in, and aircraft configuration.
Maintenance Craftsman
US Air Force
07.2011 - 07.2012
- Troubleshoots, operates, inspects, repairs & removes/installs aerospace systems, assemblies and components.
- Utilizes technical orders & schematics to isolate/correct malfunctions; recommends process/quality initiatives.
- Ensures proper aircraft maintenance records documentation; handles, labels, & disposes of hazardous materials.
- Dedicated Crew Chief, Product Quality Deficiency Report Monitor (PQDR).
- Maintained orderly and safe work environment by enforcing tool control and FOD awareness, prevention and safety at all times.
- Conducted and oversaw safety protocols, including flight line foreign object prevention walks.
Aerospace Maintenance Craftsman
US Air Force
03.2008 - 07.2011
- Front-line manager of one $25m Block 42 F-16CG; oversees/executes aircraft specific maintenance strategy.
- Performs and supervises aircraft basic postflight, preflight, thru flight, walk around and special inspections.
- Troubleshoots malfunctions, determines maintenance actions, ensures timely repair and monitors status of parts.
- Directs and completes ground handling/servicing, aircraft aesthetic initiatives, and maintenance documentation.
- Initiated/completed 22 discrepancy reports; recovered $350k+ in squadron funds for 2009-2010.
- Received "Zero errors" on PQDR program during 2009 unit compliance inspection.
- Awarded Air Force commendation medal for outstanding service, 2011
Cannibalization Section Manager
US Air Force
02.2007 - 03.2008
- Responsible for Scheduled/unscheduled maintenance actions on cannibalization aircraft to sustain 29 F-16C/D model aircraft.
- Maintains equipment/aircraft records using specific aircraft forms and integrated maintenance data systems.
- Schedules, coordinates, and performs one-time inspections and delayed discrepancies prior to aircraft rebuild.
- Provides status of cannibalization aircraft at daily production meeting and performs daily supply parts bin inventories.
- Identified/replaced improperly machined landing gear axle; initiated an Air Force wide one-time inspection resulting in the identification/replacement of 10 improperly machined axles currently in service.
- Complied with safety and hazardous material handling, storage regulatory requirements and internal procedures affecting business operations.
- Sorted product and provided expertise on non-conforming product requirements.
Dedicated Crew Chief
US Air Force
05.2002 - 02.2007
- Managed and directed maintenance on 28 F-16C/D aircraft, valued at $26m each, to sustain world-wide operations.
- Performed servicing, inspections, cleaning, maintenance and documentation of repairs.
- Provided On-the-job training and certification of "Engine running" aircraft refueling operations.
- Supervised and trained other personnel to work on aircraft.
- Diagnosed malfunctions and made repairs.
- Installed and repaired updated flight control systems.
- Read and monitored aircraft status reports regularly.
- Coordinated aircraft maintenance and repair schedules.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Management And Safety
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach
Daytona Beach, FL09.2026
Technical Professional - Airframe And Powerplant Certification
Americas Best AMT
Goodyear, Az07.2022
Technical Professional Training - Commercial Drivers Training, Class A
Spokane Community College
Spokane, WA12.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Aerospace Maintenance and Management
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL04.2015
Technical College - Automotive Collision Refinishing
Wyoming Technical Institute
Laramie, WY02.2000
Technical Training in Association With High School - Automotive Mechanics
Spokane Skills Center
Spokane, WA06.1999
High School Diploma -
University High School
Spokane Valley, WA06.1999
Skills
- Problem solving
- Risk Management
- Quality Assurance
- Preventive Maintenance
- Inspection procedures
- Workplace Safety
- Team Collaboration
- Decision-Making
- Professionalism
- Analytical Thinking
Timeline
F-16 FIT II Aircraft and Engine Technician
Top Aces Corp
08.2022 - Current
Aerospace Maintenance Craftsman
AECOM
11.2019 - 06.2022
Trailer Technician
Huber Trailer Sales
03.2019 - 11.2019
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Eli Tenner Trucking, LLC.
07.2018 - 11.2019
Heavy Equipment Technician
L&L Cargile Construction
03.2016 - 07.2018
Diesel Mechanic
Hall Oil-field Trucking
10.2015 - 01.2016
Mechanic
AMG Auto Repair
03.2015 - 10.2015
Flying Crew Chief/Lead Maintenance Technician
US Air Force
07.2013 - 04.2015
Flight Line Expediter
US Air Force
07.2012 - 07.2013
Maintenance Craftsman
US Air Force
07.2011 - 07.2012
Aerospace Maintenance Craftsman
US Air Force
03.2008 - 07.2011
Cannibalization Section Manager
US Air Force
02.2007 - 03.2008
Dedicated Crew Chief
US Air Force
05.2002 - 02.2007
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Management And Safety
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach
Technical Professional - Airframe And Powerplant Certification
Americas Best AMT
Technical Professional Training - Commercial Drivers Training, Class A
Spokane Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Aerospace Maintenance and Management
Community College of The Air Force
Technical College - Automotive Collision Refinishing
Wyoming Technical Institute
Technical Training in Association With High School - Automotive Mechanics
Spokane Skills Center
High School Diploma -
University High School
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