James Beck

Ch-54 A/B Carded Mechanic, working primarily as fire support for the U.S. Forest Service with construction experience. Performed field maintenance, aircraft overhaul, electrical and hydraulic system troubleshooting, progressive inspections, rigging, major component replacement, and aircraft painting. Involved in construction planning and load calling, keeping clear and concise communication with pilots. Involved in numerous AOG trips. Responsible for transporting mobile repair stations during field travel.

Performed daily tasks in a timely manner to include bartending, closing duties, cash handling, cleaning and stocking.

Lead bartending staff, handled transactions between alcohol suppliers, scheduling, pay, and sound for performing artists.

Managed small arms range personnel and operations. Instructed weapons safety, handling, and marksmanship classes. Coordinated weapons qualification courses and reservations with local and remote commands. Provided weapons training for the Japanese Defense Force. Maintained records of all weapons qualifications for all on-base personnel. Responsible for the transferring of weapons and ammunition with On-base armory.

Performed troubleshooting, overhaul, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of the Pratt & Whitney J-52 Turbojet engine. Managed the Joint Oil Analysis Program for Marine Aviation and Logistics Squadron 12, performing calibration of spectrometers and record keeping of oil trend analysis for visiting squadrons. HAZMAT program manager for the powerplant division.