Jamal Hawkins
St. Petersburg
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented professional with an FAA-issued maintenance rating and over a decade of experience in industrial maintenance. I am seeking to further my career in Aviation Maintenance, where I can apply my expertise in mechanical troubleshooting, system diagnostics, and equipment repair. I am fully committed to the aviation industry's rigorous demands, including strict FAA compliance, precise inspections, and a safety-first approach to ensure aircraft airworthiness and operational integrity.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Flagger/Supervisor
RoadSafe Traffic Systems
Tampa
01.2025 - Current
- Coordinated traffic control plans for safe work zone setups.
- Managed multiple flagging stations simultaneously while coordinating with other flaggers as needed.
- Corresponded with law enforcement to notify of traffic violators and provide license plate numbers.
- Monitored workflow efficiency and identified areas for improvement.
- Provided leadership through coaching, mentoring, motivating team members towards achieving goals.
Independent logistics professional
Uber, Lyft
Minneapolis
06.2022 - 12.2025
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
Adjustor
Silgan Containers
Savage
08.2012 - 06.2022
- Performed preventative maintenance on manufacturing equipment and machinery.
- Conducted quality checks on finished products to ensure accuracy.
- Documented results of all tests performed and reported any discrepancies.
- Adjusted, maintained, and repaired various types of manufacturing equipment.
- Monitored inventory levels and ordered parts as needed to keep machines running efficiently.
- Operated automated systems to produce product according to customer specifications.
- Assisted in training other technicians on proper use of equipment and safety protocols.
- Followed detailed instructions from engineering personnel during production runs.
Pool Technician/Owner/Operator
Perseverance Pools
Fort Lauderdale
08.2008 - 05.2012
- Balanced water chemistry to ensure safe swimming conditions for users.
- Inspected pool equipment for functionality and performed necessary repairs.
- Repaired and installed motors, vacuums, and filters, replacing parts approaching failure point after consulting customers.
- Troubleshot electrical components related to pool operations, including timers, switches, and circuit breakers.
Machinist Apprentice
Q.E.M. Manufacturing
St. Petersburg
10.2007 - 04.2008
- Operated CNC machines to fabricate precision components for various projects.
- Collaborated with senior machinists to troubleshoot machining issues effectively.
- Read blueprints, schematics, and drawings to understand part dimensions and tolerances.
- Assisted with cleaning and deburring material, maintenance and clean-up for each job.
- Inspected machined parts for accuracy of dimensions using precision measuring instruments.
Food Service Supervisor
US Foodservice
Eagan
09.1994 - 02.2006
- Coordinated team schedules to optimize workflow and meet production deadlines.
- Supervised a team of 20+ employees, ensuring tasks were completed efficiently and accurately.
- Collaborated with management team to develop strategies for improving efficiency in the production area.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials across production floor efficiently.
- Performed daily pre-shift inspections of the equipment prior to use.
Fuel Station Attendant
Signature Flight Support
Minneapolis
1992 - 1994
- Operated fuel trucks to transfer aviation fuel to aircraft.
- Coordinated with flight crews to ensure timely fueling operations.
- Conducted daily inspections of fueling equipment for safety compliance.
- Drove and operated fuel trucks, hydrant carts and stationary carts to fuel aircraft.
- Prepared fuel samples to check overall fuel quality.
- Monitored arrival, parking, refueling, loading and departure of aircrafts.
Education
Aircraft Maintenance Refresher Course - Aircraft Maintenance
T.Black Aviation
St. Petersburg, FL11-2025
Aviation Mechanics Diploma - Aviation Maintenance
Minneapolis Community And Technical College
Minneapolis, MN06-1998
Skills
- Materials Handling
- Root Cause Analysis
- Testing and Troubleshooting
- Quality Control
- Equipment Inspection
- Automation Management
- Production Optimization
- Equipment Installation
- Preventive Maintenance
Certification
• FAA-issued Airman Certificate No. 5262889
Timeline
Certified Flagger/Supervisor
RoadSafe Traffic Systems
01.2025 - Current
Independent logistics professional
Uber, Lyft
06.2022 - 12.2025
Adjustor
Silgan Containers
08.2012 - 06.2022
Pool Technician/Owner/Operator
Perseverance Pools
08.2008 - 05.2012
Machinist Apprentice
Q.E.M. Manufacturing
10.2007 - 04.2008
Food Service Supervisor
US Foodservice
09.1994 - 02.2006
Aviation Mechanics Diploma - Aviation Maintenance
Minneapolis Community And Technical College
Fuel Station Attendant
Signature Flight Support
1992 - 1994
Aircraft Maintenance Refresher Course - Aircraft Maintenance
T.Black Aviation