Joe Padron
Experienced Ramp Supervisor with a strong background in safety management, personnel supervision, and ground support equipment. Skilled in keeping ramp operations on schedule, enforcing compliance, and resolving issues to support safe, efficient aircraft turns.
Results-focused aviation operations professional with 15+ years of experience in ramp service, aircraft fueling, and maintenance support. Skilled in leading crews, managing schedules, and maintaining airside safety across FAA, TSA, OSHA, and airport requirements. Known for improving workflow, reducing delays, and supporting reliable flight operations.
Dependable aviation leader with deep experience in ramp supervision, baggage handling, and ground operations. Strong in task delegation, incident response, and equipment coordination to keep operations moving safely and efficiently.
Work History
Ramp Supervisor
15 Years 1 Month- Coordinated ground crews to maintain on-time flight turnarounds and gate readiness.
- Supervised ramp operations, ensuring safe aircraft servicing, baggage handling, and cargo movement.
- Enforced safety, security, and compliance standards across ramp procedures and equipment use.
- Directed daily staffing, task assignments, and shift coverage to support operational reliability.
- Trained ramp employees on aircraft marshaling, loading procedures, and hazard awareness.
- Resolved irregular operations by reprioritizing work and communicating updates to operations teams.
- Monitored equipment condition, reporting defects and coordinating timely maintenance support.
- Improved ramp efficiency by standardizing workflows and reinforcing consistent service practices.
- Implemented best practices in ramp supervision to minimize delays and maintain high levels of productivity among staff members.
- Kept crew in line with airport, OSHA, TSA, FAA, and other applicable regulations.
- Participated in industry conferences and workshops to stay abreast of new developments in ramp operations management, applying insights gained to enhance team performance.
- Maintained documentation, completed shift paperwork, and submitted information for team payroll.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly through periodic reviews that provided constructive feedback aimed at improving skills.
- Coordinated closely with maintenance teams to address any equipment issues promptly, reducing downtime impact on flight schedules.
Aircraft Fueler
2 Years- Coordinated with pilots, ramp personnel, and dispatch to support on-time aircraft turns.
- Performed safe refueling and defueling of aircraft using company fueling procedures.
- Monitored fuel quality and reported contamination concerns to supervisors immediately.
- Inspected fuel trucks, hoses, nozzles, and safety equipment before each shift.
- Documented fuel transactions, service logs, and equipment checks with accuracy.
- Mentored newer fuelers on fueling procedures, safety awareness, and equipment handling.
Aircraft Mechanic
4 Years 10 Months- Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on rotary-wing aircraft systems.
- Removed, repaired, and installed aircraft components following maintenance procedures.
- Diagnosed mechanical malfunctions using technical manuals and test equipment.
- Inspected airframe, engine, and components for wear, damage, and serviceability.
- 2 Deployments to Iraq 2005-2006 and once more 2008-2009