Gabriel Mendoza
San Antonio,Texas
Summary
Seeking the opportunity to bring my fifteen plus years to proficient quality aviation industry work skills and knowledge to a position with a company that offers potential for growth and to be a part of a team of professionals I would be proud to work with. Detail-oriented aircraft professional bringing a proven history of effectively directing, monitoring or performing preventive and unscheduled maintenance on aircrafts. Strong knowledge of standard hardware and materials with an insatiable curiosity of new industry materials and techniques. Results-focused Proactive leader with strengths in communication and collaboration. Adept at managing concurrent objectives to promote efficiency and influence positive outcomes. Hardworking Mechanic successful at completing inspections, maintenance and repairs on aircraft. Quality-driven and disciplined nature, with strong skills in investigating problems and developing successful solutions.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Structures Mechanic
STS Aero Staff Services
10.2009 - 06.2011
- Diagnosed root causes of failures based on pilots' descriptions and diagnostic testing
- Conducted routine and special inspections as required by regulations
- Detected wear and defects with visual inspections and precision instruments
- Determined repair limits for engine hot section parts
- Located cracks, breaks and leaks with in-depth evaluations of aircraft components.
Aircraft Structure Mechanic
Saa-San Antonio
10.2011 - 08.2014
- Prepared and painted aircraft surfaces
- Met safety requirements through routine and special inspections, documenting findings and repairs undertaken
- Removed, inspected, repaired, and installed in-flight refueling stores and external fuel tanks
- Read and interpreted maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing and replacing malfunctioning or damaged components
- Determined repair limits for engine hot section parts
- Detected wear and defects with visual inspections and precision instruments.
Structure Mechanic
Plane Tech, Aero Turbine
08.2014 - 02.2016
- Maintain maintenance on frontier airlines a-319,a320,747,737 Aviation
- Met safety requirements through routine and special inspections, documenting findings and repairs undertaken
- Removed, inspected, repaired, and installed in-flight refueling stores and external fuel tanks
- Restored functionality and improved performance by modifying aircraft structures, systems and components
- Certified maintenance compliance with applicable standards based on thorough reviews of completed work
- Kept work and common areas neat and organized to maximize productivity, alleviate potential accidents, and promote professional workspace
- Responded promptly to customer, vendor, and staff questions and quickly resolved issues, cultivating strong, long-term relationships
- Located cracks, breaks and leaks with in-depth evaluations of aircraft components.
Structures Mechanic
STS Aviation Technical Services
02.2016 - 02.2018
- Assist airframe mechanic as well as other workers engaged in repairing, servicing and overhauling aircraft
- Assist airframe mechanic in repairing, dismantling, overhauling or replacing assemblies and parts
- Responsible for cleaning both interior and exterior parts of the aircraft with solvents
- Collaborated positively with peers and other staff members to maintain friendly, supportive, and cooperative work atmosphere
- Inspected completed work to certify maintenance met standards and aircraft were ready for operation.
Aircraft Structure Mechanic
Aerosale
02.2018 - 08.2020
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines
- Mod work on water bomber conversion md80
- Certified maintenance compliance with applicable standards based on thorough reviews of completed work
- Diagnosed root causes of failures based on pilots' descriptions and diagnostic testing
- Conducted routine and special inspections as required by regulations
- Located cracks, breaks and leaks with in-depth evaluations of aircraft components.
Aviation Structural Mechanic
Boeing
08.2020 - 11.2021
- Worked on the VC25 project doing modification to the structure
- Worked on the F18 Super hornet doing modification and structure work
- Determined feasibility and best method of repair with skilled interpretation of manuals and service bulletins
- Met safety requirements through routine and special inspections, documenting findings and repairs undertaken
- Read and interpreted maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing and replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
- Fabricated sheet metal components for aircraft skin, working with highly sensitive materials requiring special manufacturing treatments, coatings and installation processes.
- Increased team productivity by providing expert guidance and training to junior aviation mechanics.
- Enhanced aircraft safety by performing thorough inspections and maintenance of structural components.
- Increased production rates with thorough equipment inspections and timely repairs.
- Assembled, erected and dismantled scaffolding structures to meet project needs.
- Supported the prevention of pest issues with regular inspections and proactive treatment measures.
- Evaluated existing infrastructure for areas of improvement, resulting in streamlined operations through hardware consolidation and virtualization efforts.
- Reduced project delays by conducting thorough inspections and maintaining high-quality scaffolding structures.
- Conducted regular safety inspections of equipment and facilities, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.
- Increased overall safety by conducting thorough pre-trip inspections and promptly reporting any potential hazards or maintenance needs.
- Assisted in quality control measures by performing routine inspections of products against established standards.
Aviation Maintenance Technician
Saa-San Antonio
11.2021 - 03.2022
- Conducted routine and special inspections as required by regulations
- Located cracks, breaks and leaks with in-depth evaluations of aircraft components
- Remove and placement of parts
- Enhanced aircraft safety by performing thorough inspections and routine maintenance tasks.
- Consistently met deadlines for scheduled aircraft inspections, avoiding costly delays or cancellations due to maintenance requirements.
- Supported hangar organization efforts, maintaining a safe and efficient work environment for all technicians on the team.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
- Inspected airframes to detect wear and other defects.
- Inspected all received aircraft parts to verify compliance with FAA regulations.
Mechanic
Affordable Engineering Services
San Antonio, TX
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects, ensuring timely completion and high-quality workmanship.
- Assisted in maintaining a high-functioning service department by taking on additional responsibilities including inventory management and shop maintenance tasks.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Inspected structures, machinery and equipment to determine failure and causes for concern.
- Ensured safety compliance with regular inspections and adherence to OSHA regulations during maintenance tasks.
- Collaborated with a team of technicians to conduct thorough inspections and identify areas for potential improvement.
- Ensured vessel safety by conducting thorough inspections and maintenance of all deck equipment.
Mechanic
Randolph Air Force Base
San Antonio, TX
12.2022 - Current
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
- Maintained a safe working environment at all times by adhering to company guidelines and OSHA regulations, reducing workplace accidents.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
- Upheld quality control standards for all completed work.
- Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects, ensuring timely completion and high-quality workmanship.
- Mentored junior mechanics in proper diagnostic techniques, tool usage, and workplace safety practices to foster their growth within the company.
- Consistently met or exceeded company performance metrics through diligent work ethic and attention to detail in all repair tasks.
- Increased production rates with thorough equipment inspections and timely repairs.
- Assembled, erected and dismantled scaffolding structures to meet project needs.
- Supported the prevention of pest issues with regular inspections and proactive treatment measures.
- Improved workplace safety by conducting regular inspections of erected structures for any defects or alignment issues.
- Maintained high standards of facility cleanliness and safety by overseeing regular maintenance tasks and inspections.
Education
Diploma -
West View High School
Avondale, AZSkills
- Parts fabrication
- Component replacement
- Aircraft inspection
- Repair logging
- Blueprint reading
- Safety protocol knowledge
- Ability to identify, install and remove common aircraft fasteners
- Team Player
- Repairing Components
- Clean And Professional
- Troubleshooting skills
- Maintenance and repairs
Timeline
Mechanic
Randolph Air Force Base
12.2022 - Current
Mechanic
Affordable Engineering Services
03.2022 - 12.2022
Aviation Maintenance Technician
Saa-San Antonio
11.2021 - 03.2022
Aviation Structural Mechanic
Boeing
08.2020 - 11.2021
Aircraft Structure Mechanic
Aerosale
02.2018 - 08.2020
Structures Mechanic
STS Aviation Technical Services
02.2016 - 02.2018
Structure Mechanic
Plane Tech, Aero Turbine
08.2014 - 02.2016
Aircraft Structure Mechanic
Saa-San Antonio
10.2011 - 08.2014
Structures Mechanic
STS Aero Staff Services
10.2009 - 06.2011
Diploma -
West View High School