Garrett Thorstrom-Smith
Olympia,WA
Summary
Detail oriented and analytical professional with a strong background in Aircraft Maintenance on both production and in service aircraft. Seeking to apply my in-depth knowledge of Boeing procedures and specs, regulatory compliance, and aircraft systems to help optimize operational and maintenance practices. Eager to learn new skills to contribute effectively to team success and support our organization's goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Aircraft Maintenance Technician & Inspector
THE BOEING COMPANY
03.2022 - Current
- Worked with commercial and commercial derivative aircraft maintenance processes, policies, culture, and standard practices (e.g., flight line operations, return to service, normal duties/responsibilities, and time constraints).
- Analyzed engineering drawings and schematics to troubleshoot systems and diagnose solutions.
- Updated quality control records and reports.
- Read and interpreted aircraft documentation to determine repair feasibility and methods.
- Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance.
- Improved familiarity with Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) including parts 21, 25, 43, 65, 91, 119, 121, and 145.
- Inspected all received aircraft parts to verify compliance with FAA regulations.
- Evaluated individual aircraft components to identify and troubleshoot issues.
Aviation Maintenance Technician
Horizon Air
10.2020 - 03.2022
- Worked with Maintenance Task Cards, Aircraft Maintenance Manuals, Fault Isolation Manuals, and Structural Repair Manuals to maintain and repair in service aircraft.
- Inspected equipment, systems and components for operational readiness and compliance with standards.
- Trained and instructed new team members on maintenance procedures and practices.
- Completed preventive 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.
- Recorded maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.
Truck Driver
Dapaul Chip/Roman Freight Lines
02.2017 - 10.2020
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
General Contractor
Merv Smith General Contractor
06.2014 - 02.2017
- Assessed engineering documentation to determine order of construction operations.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Observed safety regulations on job sites to minimize accidents.
- Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
- Adhered to building codes and regulations in planning and construction phases for full project compliance.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Maintenance Technician
Clover Park Technical College
South Hill, WA03.2020
High School Diploma -
North Thurston High School
Lacey, WA06.2014
Skills
- Familiar with Boeing quality, process, and maintenance systems including CMES, BPI's, BAC Specs, Engineering Drawings, and PRO's
- On the job trainer for new technicians and quality assurance personnel on both the Boeing flightline and in my prior role at Horizon Air
- Quality assurance procedures
- Strong team player
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Interpreting technical documents
- Continuous improvement
References
James Bennett - 412-427-0820
Holiday Roeun - 206-372-8731
Van Le - 206-475-9355
Accomplishments
- Airframe and Powerplane (A&P) Certificate obtained from Clover Park Technical College along with an AAS-T degree in Aviation Maintenance.
- On the job trainer for new technicians and quality assurance personnel on both the Boeing flightline and in my prior role at Horizon Air.
- Top troubleshooter in Horizon Air's principals of troubleshooting course.
Timeline
Aircraft Maintenance Technician & Inspector
THE BOEING COMPANY
03.2022 - Current
Aviation Maintenance Technician
Horizon Air
10.2020 - 03.2022
Truck Driver
Dapaul Chip/Roman Freight Lines
02.2017 - 10.2020
General Contractor
Merv Smith General Contractor
06.2014 - 02.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Maintenance Technician
Clover Park Technical College
High School Diploma -
North Thurston High School
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