Jesse Chavis
Sherwood,AR
Summary
Detail-oriented aircraft professional bringing a proven history of effectively directing, monitoring or performing preventive and unscheduled maintenance on aircrafts. Strong knowledge of standard hardware and materials with an insatiable curiosity of new industry materials and techniques. I also am a personable professional dedicated to cultivating positive staff and management connections. Highly-developed communicator with outstanding skills in complex problem-solving and conflict resolution. Expertise in resource allocation and schedule management. I offer excellent technical abilities with mechanics and applications, able to handle challenging work with excellent time management skills.
Experienced with technical diagnostics and system maintenance. Utilizes problem-solving skills to ensure optimal equipment functionality. Strong understanding of collaborative teamwork and efficiency improvements.
Technical professional with background in system maintenance and repair, ready to contribute to dynamic team. Proven ability to adapt to changing needs and deliver reliable results. Highly skilled in technical diagnostics and collaborative problem-solving.
Professional technician with extensive hands-on experience in troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of complex systems. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Reliable with adaptable skill set in diagnostics, electrical systems, and mechanical repairs. Known for effective problem-solving and delivering high-quality outcomes.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical and Robotics Tech 2
CBRE
Little Rock, AR
09.2024 - Current
- Streamlined maintenance processes, reducing downtime through proactive scheduling and resource allocation.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with new challenges or technologies, enabling quick mastery of necessary skills.
- Optimized system performance thorough testing and analysis.
- Actively participated in continuous learning initiatives to stay updated on industry trends and advancements in technology.
- Streamlined processes by implementing efficient workflows and improving technician training programs.
- Improved system efficiency by implementing regular maintenance schedules for all technical equipment.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, encouraging innovation and efficiency in technical processes.
- Enhanced team productivity with thorough training on new technologies and procedures.
- Maintained meticulous records of maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Conducted detailed diagnostics to identify issues, leading to decrease in system downtimes.
- Enhanced operational efficiency, automating repetitive technical tasks where possible.
- Increased equipment lifespan, performing preventive maintenance and timely repairs.
- Tested systems, noting issues and completing preventive maintenance.
- Diagnosed and repaired problems with electrical and mechanical systems.
- Maintained strong focus on safety and efficiency to provide comprehensive support to personnel performing skilled repairs.
- Inspected, evaluated and calibrated electrical and mechanical systems and components.
- Followed established procedures for inspection of belts, drives and motors, performing needed maintenance.
- Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
Aircraft Hydraulic Systems Craftsman
United States Air Force
Jacksonville, AR
03.2021 - 11.2023
- Responsible for the integrity of on and off Aircraft maintenance, forms documentation and electronic maintenance data base documentation.
- Training and evaluating team members for proficiency, upgraded skills and cross utilization training.
- Directed servicing and maintenance functions on 57 aircraft systems and sub-assemblies valued at $1.6 billion.
Unit Vehicle Control Manager
United states Airforce
Jacksonville, AR
08.2017 - 03.2021
- Responsible to assistant director for vehicles, Aircraft deicers and support equipment for 39 Aircraft valued at $2.7 billion.
- Investigated accidents involving motor vehicles and issued reports with recommendations for corrective action where appropriate.
- Manage 37 vehicles through other agencies ensuring operability and availability.
- Inspected vehicles for expired registration tags and licenses plates.
- Supervising user training, conducting proficiency and knowledge testing to 470 production workers.
- Maintaining annual and initial certifications while tracking 650 records.
- Organizing vehicle equipment storage and relocation of assets.
Weapons System Controller
United States Air Force
Jacksonville, AR
08.2014 - 08.2017
- Track and schedule maintenance operations through five affiliated agencies
- Prioritize, assign and resolve conflicting maintenance operations, including shared assets with other organizations.
- Ensured timely, accurate, complete updates on Aircraft data, location status, along with equipment and supply assets.
- Coordinate shipping, receiving of parts and direction of aircraft parking while reporting to Senior leadership.
- Assign and direct work priorities for 1700 maintenance technicians for all on and off Aircraft tasks.
- Directs daily Flying schedule for 7 different sections with over 50 aircraft.
Aircraft Hydraulic Systems Craftsman
United States Airforce
Jacksonville, AR
04.2004 - 08.2014
- Inspected and tested aircraft hydraulic systems components to ensure serviceability.
- Replaced faulty parts in accordance with applicable directives and technical manuals.
- Performed system operations checks, pressure tests, fluid level checks, and reservoir replenishment.
- Fabricated hoses, tubing and fittings for use in aircraft hydraulic systems.
- Troubleshot malfunctions using schematics and diagrams as well as visual inspections of components.
- Repaired or replaced defective actuators, valves, pumps, servo-motors, accumulators, filters and other related components.
- Removed and installed complete hydraulic systems on various aircraft models.
- Performed maintenance work according to manufacturer's instructions while following safety protocols.
- Completed paperwork in a timely manner including service orders, logbooks and other documentation required by the FAA regulations.
- Assisted with training new technicians on proper operation of equipment used for testing hydraulic systems.
- Utilized hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers and pliers to remove and install components from aircraft hydraulic systems when necessary.
- Maintained an organized workspace that adhered to all safety standards set forth by the company.
- Inspected parts or aircraft to identify defects, proper fluid levels and general wear.
- Read and interpreted safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals to solve problems.
- Recorded maintenance performance in aircraft logbooks and completed other paperwork requirements.
- Computed and completed aircraft weight and balance documentation using manual or electronic methods.
- Completed flightline, hangar maintenance and repairs on assigned aircraft.
Education
High School Diploma -
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach
Daytona Beach, FLSkills
- Exceptional Collaboration Skills
- Quality Control
- Equipment Installation
- Maintenance Documentation
- Inspection Documentation
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Incident Investigation
- Decision-Making
- Customer Communication
- Schedule Coordination
- Phone Dispatch
- Multiple Project Coordination
- Employee Performance Reviews
- Workflow Planning
- Regulatory Compliance
- Daily Reports
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Multitasking and organization
- Written/Verbal communication
- Troubleshooting
- Installation and repair
- Maintenance and repairs
- Quality control
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Preventive Maintenance
- Documentation and reporting
- Equipment maintenance
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- System troubleshooting
- Repair services
- Workload management
- Equipment Repair
- Deadline oriented
- OSHA compliance
- Relationship building
- Safety Equipment
- Performance improvement
- Issue resolution
- Assembly and production
- Mechanical aptitude
- Hardware installation
- Operations monitoring
- Document preparation
- Component replacement
- Operation Monitoring
- Customer rapport
- Issue analysis
- Instrument Calibration
- Schematic reading
- System diagnostics
- System Tests
- Risk mitigation
- Innovation skills
- Environmental compliance
- Tool retrieval
- Mechanical tools
- Job site cleanup
- Critical thinking
- Verbal and written communication
- File and record maintenance
- Equipment operation
- Health and safety regulations
- System upgrades
- Diagnostic testing
- Regulatory compliance
Accomplishments
Meritorius achievement, overseeing 2700 combat flying sorties, managed 15,600 maintenance actions for 65 aircraft. Demonstrated superior leadership running Ground Control Center operations safe guarding 560 personnel.
Meritourius achievement, networking with Logistics Readiness acquiring 10 vehicles, secured 1,200 tools and equipment which enabled supported organizations to earn excellent ratings on division inspection.
Education and Training
other
Timeline
Mechanical and Robotics Tech 2
CBRE
09.2024 - Current
Aircraft Hydraulic Systems Craftsman
United States Air Force
03.2021 - 11.2023
Unit Vehicle Control Manager
United states Airforce
08.2017 - 03.2021
Weapons System Controller
United States Air Force
08.2014 - 08.2017
Aircraft Hydraulic Systems Craftsman
United States Airforce
04.2004 - 08.2014
High School Diploma -
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach