Garrett Tester

As a 15U CH-47 "Chinook" Aircraft Mechanic I maintain and repair the CH-47 helicopters, I perform the following duties:

Perform inspections, functional checks, and preventive maintenance on assigned aircraft to include pre-
inspection, daily inspection, pre- and post-flight inspections and such special inspections as required, including

fuel contamination checks, oil sampling, an inspection of onboard emergency equipment. Conducts checks on
hydraulic, electrical, transmission, power systems, etc.
Troubleshoots, diagnoses, and performs unscheduled maintenance on assigned and transient aircraft. Performs
the full range of repair and testing of aircraft system, assemblies, and surfaces. Using a variety of methods
involving test equipment, visual checks and instruments, diagnoses and identifies problem areas and determines
the extent of repairs required. Removes components and assemblies, repairs or replaces defective parts and
components and reassembles repaired items into the aircraft. Installs, aligns, and makes needed adjustments to
major components and assemblies such as engines, propeller/rotors, transmissions, hydraulic systems, etc.,
assisting Specialists as required. Accomplishes adjustments to related systems which may be affected by repairs.
Conducts ground functional tests of all aircraft systems. Services aircraft with oil, de-icing fluid, fuel, and
hydraulic fluid. Launches and recovers assigned and transient aircraft; performs inspections prior to takeoff.
Inspects for conditions such as oil, fuel, and hydraulic leak, cut lines, tires and loose panels.

• Lead subordinate mechanics in general maintenance tasks.
• Instructed and educated subordinates on aircraft maintenance tasks, inspections, and procedures.
• Demonstrated proper maintenance practices to subordinates to ensure all tasks met the requirements.

Job Training

• Initial Entry Training Mar 2019 to Oct 2019
• Basic Leader Course Oct 2022

Supervisor: Joe Pramuka (330 620-0981)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

• Salary: $20.00 USD Per Hour
• Hours per week: 16

Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:

• Duties: Extensive Surveillance & Research, Case by Case Inspection & Investigation.
• Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
• Compiled exceptional notes on movements of individuals and collected documentation.
• Tracked claimants through routine and notable activities and documented findings with videos, photographs and audio recordings.
• Conducted surveillance for up to 16 hours at time.

• Salary: $22.00 USD Per Hour
• Hours per week: 45
• Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
• Duties: Perform General Maintenance tasks on all Wheeled Vehicles to include Brake Replacement, Filter
• Replacement Frame & Body work, Bearing inspections, Hydraulic Fluid & Fuel Contamination Inspection
• Maintained excellent communication, cleanliness and safety standards on work sites and projects.
• Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
• Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.
• Analyzed malfunctioning equipment and determined type of repairs required.
• Performed routine and preventive maintenance on dozers, haul trucks, excavators and other heavy equipment.
• Used hand tools to disassemble equipment, perform repair work and then reassemble parts.
• Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics and braking systems to return machines to service.
• Conducted full operational compliance inspections before releasing vehicles for use.
• Operated transport vehicles and auxiliary equipment to move materials safely to and from target areas.
• Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life and fluid levels.
• Adjusted machinery and notified supervisors of malfunctions.
• Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity
• Parts Fabrication, Carpentry
• Supervisor: Chris Halt (330 921-8636)
• Okay to contact this Supervisor: Contact me first

• Salary: $15.00 USD Per Hour
• Hours per week: 50

Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:

• Assessed and tore down parts such as pumps, motors and cylinders in different pieces of equipment.
• Diagnosed problems with machinery by inspecting components, observing operations and running computer diagnostics.
• Fabricated and assembled parts to complete skilled maintenance and repair work on equipment such as 25 ton hydraulic presses and Electrical junction boxes.
• Measured distances precisely to repair and install parts within strict tolerances.
• Installed new parts and components such as lines, pipes and bracing.

• Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution and client satisfaction.
• Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
• Closed sales by overcoming objections, asking for sales, negotiating price and completing purchase contracts,