Jacob Stelly
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Flowers Foods/ Evangeline Maid
Lafayette
03.2025 - Current
- Performed routine maintenance on production machinery and equipment.
- Inspected equipment for safety compliance and operational efficiency.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues to minimize downtime in production lines.
- Documented maintenance activities and repairs in compliance with company policies
- Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
- Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
- Adjusted machine settings according to manufacturing specifications.
Inspection/Installation Technician
RM Fire Protection
Sunset
06.2024 - 03.2025
- Installed fire protection systems according to safety regulations and guidelines.
- Conducted inspections of installed systems for functionality and compliance.
- Operated hand tools and specialized equipment for system installations.
- Followed detailed instructions while installing new equipment in accordance with industry standards.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot system issues efficiently.
- Provided training to new technicians on installation processes and safety protocols.
- Communicated effectively with clients regarding system specifications and requirements.
Farm Hand
CN Farms
Palmetto
05.2022 - 06.2024
- Cared for livestock by feeding, watering, and administering medical attention to ensure their health and productivity.
- Assisted in the preparation of soil for planting by tilling and plowing fields.
- Planted seeds according to prescribed methods of production.
- Operated heavy machinery, including large tractors, excavators, and bulldozers, to support efficient farm operations.
- Performed preventative maintenance on all equipment.
- Performed general maintenance tasks around the farm, including repairing fences and buildings.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with supplies or products from the farm.
F-16 Crew Chief
United States Air Force
Edwards
02.2017 - 05.2022
- Collaborated with other organizations to achieve mission readiness and compliance with operational requirements.
- Identified material deficiencies during pre-flight inspections resulting in corrective action being taken before flights were authorized.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on F-16 aircraft components.
- Inspected hydraulic, fuel, electrical, environmental control and pneumatic systems for proper operation.
- Troubleshot malfunctions of aircraft components to ensure safe flight operations.
- Replaced parts using hand tools and power tools.
- Assisted in engine runs and conducted post-flight inspections to verify aircraft performance and safety.
- Maintained records of maintenance activities such as inspection results, repairs, modifications and discrepancies.
- Provided guidance to junior crew members regarding aircraft maintenance requirements.
- Verified serviceability of critical components prior to flight operations.
- Monitored work progress ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and safety standards.
- Reviewed technical orders to determine appropriate actions needed for specific problems or issues.
- Interpreted engineering drawings for installation and removal of components or assemblies from the F-16 aircraft.
- Performed corrosion prevention measures on F-16 airframe structures according to established procedures.
- Responded immediately to emergency situations requiring immediate repair or replacement of components or assemblies.
- Followed and supervised work practices to support safety and risk management guidelines.
- Troubleshot systems to isolate mechanical or electrical faults and repair components.
- Removed, disassembled, inspected, repaired and reinstalled parts and assemblies on aircraft.
- Supervised staff duties, providing direction and oversight to ensure adherence to safety protocols and operational efficiency.
- Inspected components before installation or usage to verify cleanliness and serviceability.
- Managed aircraft servicing, including fuel, oil, and hydraulic fluid checks.
- Certified to perform engine runs for aircraft operations
Maintenance Technician/Shipping and Receiving Associate
Flowers Foods(Evangeline Maid Bakery)
Lafayette
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
- Executed electrical repairs on motors, lighting systems, and related components to restore functionality.
- Processed incoming and outgoing orders to uphold quality standards and ensure accurate shipments.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using visual inspections and test instruments.
- Provided technical support to production staff for machine troubleshooting needs.
- Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
- Routinely inspected plant equipment for signs of wear or malfunctioning parts.
Shop/Field Service Technician
Tanmar communications
Scott
04.2014 - 01.2015
- Replaced faulty parts or components following diagrams or blueprints.
- Delivered technical support to customers over phone and email, ensuring timely resolution of issues.
- Executed troubleshooting on electronic circuits and systems, identifying and resolving issues efficiently.
- Responded promptly to emergency service requests from clients.
- Collaborated with other technicians to resolve complex issues quickly and efficiently.
- Addressed customer complaints regarding product performance and equipment malfunctions, maintaining high service standards.
- Performed on-site installation, routine maintenance and minor repairs to systems.
Shop Technician
Beaver specialties
Sunset
05.2012 - 09.2012
- Rebuilt gas-lift valves, restoring equipment functionality and minimizing downtime.
- Pack mandrels for shipment and test functionality to ensure quality.
- Assembled mandrels for manufacturing processes.
- Sorted and organized outgoing jobs, enhancing workflow efficiency and preparation for next tasks.
- Operated CNC machines to fabricate components, ensuring compliance with engineering specifications.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Industrial Electronics Technology
South Louisiana Community College
Lafayette, LASkills
- Aircraft maintenance
- Engine runs
- Flight controls
- Landing gear
- Troubleshooting
- Safety compliance
- System installation
- Quality inspection
- Team collaboration
- Parts inventory management
- Technical documentation
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Hydraulic systems
- Fire alarm systems
- Service-oriented mindset
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Flowers Foods/ Evangeline Maid
03.2025 - Current
Inspection/Installation Technician
RM Fire Protection
06.2024 - 03.2025
Farm Hand
CN Farms
05.2022 - 06.2024
F-16 Crew Chief
United States Air Force
02.2017 - 05.2022
Maintenance Technician/Shipping and Receiving Associate
Flowers Foods(Evangeline Maid Bakery)
01.2015 - 01.2017
Shop/Field Service Technician
Tanmar communications
04.2014 - 01.2015
Shop Technician
Beaver specialties
05.2012 - 09.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Industrial Electronics Technology
South Louisiana Community College