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
Tulsa, OK
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
Boulder, CO
05.1995 - 08.1996
Fabricated parts for Bell helicopter heaters and airconditioners.
Aviation Structural Mechanic (Structures)
U.S. Navy Active Duty
NWC China Lake CA And Whidbey Island WA
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.