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John Boomgaard

Collinsville,OK

Summary

Skilled metal smith with 35+ year of experience guiding young mechanics through difficult structural repairs. I have training experience and have had a hand in some of the most challenging repairs American Airlines has seen in the last several years.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Aviation Maintenance Technician

American Airlines
08.1996 - Current
  • Kept up-to-date with industry best practices through continuous professional development and training courses.
  • Collaborated with fellow technicians to complete complex repairs swiftly and accurately.
  • Performed troubleshooting for systems malfunctions, pinpointing issues accurately to minimize repair times.
  • Mentored junior technicians in aviation maintenance best practices, fostering professional growth within the team.
  • Maintained detailed records of all maintenance work completed, ensuring regulatory compliance and easy reference for future repairs.
  • Consistently met deadlines for scheduled aircraft inspections, avoiding costly delays or cancellations due to maintenance requirements.
  • Enhanced aircraft safety by performing thorough inspections and routine maintenance tasks.

Shop Technician

Aircom International
05.1995 - 08.1996

Fabricated parts for Bell helicopter heaters and airconditioners.

Aviation Structural Mechanic (Structures)

U.S. Navy Active Duty
07.1988 - 09.1993
  • Completed complex repair jobs, demonstrating strong attention to detail and commitment to excellence in all aspects of aircraft maintenance work.
  • Enhanced aircraft safety by performing thorough inspections and maintenance of structural components.
  • Performed daily postflight, preflight and other periodic inspections.
  • Increased team productivity by providing expert guidance and training to junior aviation mechanics.
  • Fabricated sheet metal components for aircraft skin, working with highly sensitive materials requiring special manufacturing treatments, coatings and installation processes.
  • Serviced pressure accumulators, emergency air bottles, oleo struts, reservoirs and master brake cylinders.

Education

Associate of Science - Occupational Studies

Colorado Aero Tech
Broomfield, CO
09.1995

Certification

A&P License # 3111594

Timeline

Aviation Maintenance Technician

American Airlines
08.1996 - Current

Shop Technician

Aircom International
05.1995 - 08.1996

Aviation Structural Mechanic (Structures)

U.S. Navy Active Duty
07.1988 - 09.1993

Associate of Science - Occupational Studies

Colorado Aero Tech
John Boomgaard