James Montgomery
Louin,US
Summary
- Army Veteran with strong mechanical aptitude ready to take my experience to a new chapter in life. Always ready for new challenges and new learning experiences.
- Organization
- Project organization Employee performance reviews
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Aircraft Mechanic (Depot IMP)
V2X
Meridian, MS
07.2024 - Current
- Performed aircraft maintenance for scheduled preventive actions and unscheduled requirements.
- Obtained fuel and oil samples to check for contamination.
- Reduced downtime for aircraft by efficiently completing scheduled maintenance tasks within allotted timeframes.
- Maintained orderly and safe work environment by enforcing tool control and FOD awareness, prevention, and safety at all times.
- Maintained orderly and safe work environment by enforcing tool control and FOD awareness, prevention, and safety.
- Maintained all aircraft in accordance with organizational maintenance requirements.
- Implemented effective tools organization strategies within the workspace, promoting a clean working environment conducive to high productivity levels.
- Maintained safety standards by adhering to FAA regulations and company policies during routine maintenance and repairs.
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
- Performed aircraft corrosion control procedures.
- Collaborated with team members on complex repairs, ensuring successful completion of projects and minimizing delays in aircraft availability.
- Operated support equipment and flight line vehicles.
Mechanic A
Transit Authority of River City
Louisville, KY, US
06.2022 - Current
- Repaired Cummins ISL engine components and other parts of the Powertrain system
- Utilized Cummins insite program to scan engine codes and diagnose problems
- Expertly repaired damage with a variety of tools, including Torque Wrenches, Table saws and Air compressors
- Followed standards and procedures to keep a safe working environment
- Conducted inspections and tested equipment, machinery, and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects, and determine appropriate repairs
- Followed company procedures to keep the work environment clean and organized
- Ensured that all maintenance activities were completed in accordance with company standards
- Read, understood, and followed written instructions to the letter
Plane Captain
V2X
Meridian, MS
10.2023 - 07.2024
- Directed incoming and outgoing aircraft near terminal areas using light signals and guiding signs.
- Handled diverse responsibilities such as towing aircrafts or coordinating ground support equipment placement thereby contributing to smooth flight operations.
- Assisted in the training of new plane captains, enhancing team efficiency and knowledge transfer.
- Identified potential hazards during routine inspections, preventing accidents and costly damages.
- Conducted regular corrosion control treatments on aircraft surfaces, prolonging the lifespan of valuable assets.
- Coordinated with maintenance teams for prompt repairs, reducing overall turnaround time for flights.
- Ensured aircraft safety by performing thorough pre-flight and post-flight inspections.
15-D Aircraft Powertrain Repairer
Kentucky Army National Guard
Frankfort, KY, US
04.2015 - 04.2022
- Remove repair or replace powertrain components on UH-60M model aircraft
- Balance rotor blades for main rotor hub
- Inspect spindles, adjust pitch control rods, replace oil coolers, inspect driveshafts
- Check parts for corrosion and use corrosion prevention measures
- Make sure special tools were in calibration and show proper use (i.e
- Torque Wrenches, Micrometers, Dial Indicators.)
- Complete maintenance performance forms
- Utilize manuals for maintenance procedures
- Inspect and perform maintenance on tail rotor hub
- Basic knowledge on NDI inspections (I.e
- Ultrasound, eddy current, etc.)
- Proficient in hourly inspections (Flight hours.)
- Proficient in Lockwire
- Keep inventory of tools in assigned tool boxes as well as tools in shop sets
- Check DA Label 80 (calibration dates) on special tools in shop sets
- Assist in moving aircraft on and off hangar floor (hooking up tug, watching blades through doors.)
- Check MSDS for storage of chemicals and hazards of chemicals
- Lead the squad in tasks when NCO's had other obligations
- Proper use of PPE when needed
- Knowledge of FOD and consequences of FOD left on aircraft
- Can comply with established General and Industrial Safety Rules and Regulations as applicable to the contract, facilities, and job assignment
- Able to maintain appropriate records of all work accomplished
- Can perform off-site service on assigned detachments
- Can perform simple computer input functions
Skilled Laborer
Team Fishel
Louisville, KY, US
02.2015 - 05.2021
- Used radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between drill operators and ground workers
- Maintained Directional Drill and followed instructions from Drill Locator
- Kept professional image and performance in customers yards and neighborhoods
- Filled out driver sheets for DOT pre-trip inspection and return
- Assisted electricians pulling fiber optic lines, primary and secondary electric lines
Education
High School -
North Bullitt High School
Shepherdsville, KY01.2012
Skills
- Problem resolution
- Basic computer skills
- Strong initiative
- Team management
- Hand/power tools
- Fast learner
- Knowledge of manufacturing standards/regulations
- Strong mechanical skills
- Driving commercial vehicles
- Project management skills
- Job shop experience
Timeline
Aircraft Mechanic (Depot IMP)
V2X
07.2024 - Current
Plane Captain
V2X
10.2023 - 07.2024
Mechanic A
Transit Authority of River City
06.2022 - Current
15-D Aircraft Powertrain Repairer
Kentucky Army National Guard
04.2015 - 04.2022
Skilled Laborer
Team Fishel
02.2015 - 05.2021
High School -
North Bullitt High School