John Stewart
El Dorado,KS
Summary
Accomplished Lieutenant at El Dorado Police Department and seasoned Aviation Structural Mechanic in the United States Navy, NAS, showcasing a robust blend of leadership, critical thinking, and technical prowess. Excelled in enhancing patrol operations efficiency and aircraft safety, demonstrating integrity and a commitment to excellence. Proven expertise in incident command and structural repairs underlines a track record of significant achievements.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lieutenant, Patrol Operations
El Dorado Police Department
10.1999 - 11.2024
- Led successful investigations, gathering crucial evidence and providing accurate documentation for case resolution.
- Contributed to policy updates, collaborating with leadership on revisions that impacted patrol operations procedures positively.
- Strengthened relationships with diverse community populations through cultural competency training programs for officers in the unit.
- Enhanced officer safety through thorough training and adherence to established protocols.
- Streamlined communication within the department by fostering a collaborative environment and utilizing modern technology tools.
- Improved patrol operations efficiency by implementing strategic planning and proper resource allocation.
- Oversaw daily shift activities, delegating tasks appropriately while maintaining accountability for overall team performance outcomes.
- Addressed citizen concerns promptly, resolving issues efficiently while demonstrating empathy towards involved parties'' perspectives.
- Facilitated interdepartmental cooperation during complex cases or events requiring collaboration between multiple units or agencies.
- Spearheaded critical incident management protocols during major events or crises, ensuring effective coordination between officers and command staff.
- Ensured compliance with departmental policies, state laws, and federal regulations by consistently monitoring officer activity during patrols or investigations.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
Aviation Structural Mechanic
United States Navy, NAS
01.1991 - 12.1998
- 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.
- Reduced downtime for aircraft repairs through efficient troubleshooting and diagnosis of structural issues.
- Disassembled and inspected hydraulic systems and replaced worn components.
- Maintained main and auxiliary hydraulic power systems, actuating subsystems and landing gear on F/A-18 Hornet aircraft.
- Extracted components from aircraft for bench analysis and testing.
- Conducted airframe, airfoils and flight controls maintenance and logged actions in aircraft log.
- Serviced pressure accumulators, emergency air bottles, oleo struts, reservoirs and master brake cylinders.
- Installed, rigged and removed flight control surfaces and fabricated and assembled metal components to make repairs to aircraft's skin.
- Performed daily flight line preflight and post-fight aircraft inspections of hydraulic systems and flight control surfaces.
- Removed corrosion and deposits on special surfaces and restored using manufacturers' protocols.
- Provided exceptional support during emergency situations, responding quickly to urgent repair needs while maintaining a calm demeanor under pressure.
- Operated jet engines during run-ups to inspect and troubleshoot reported anomalies.
- Troubleshot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems and tested equipment following repairs.
- Recorded maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.
- Read and interpreted aircraft documentation to determine repair feasibility and methods.
Education
High School Diploma -
El Dorado High School
El Dorado, KS05-1990
Skills
- Effective leadership
- Incident command
- Physical fitness
- Law enforcement
- De-escalation techniques
- Courtroom testimony
- First aid and CPR
- Integrity and honesty
- Critical thinking
Certification
- Kansas Driver's License
- FAA Certified Drone Pilot
Life Saving Medals
In 2001, dispatch reported a structure fire to a house. I arrived on scene and discovered an individual in the house who was incapacitated and removed the individual from the engulfed home. The individual was transported to the hospital and eventually released.
Timeline
Lieutenant, Patrol Operations
El Dorado Police Department
10.1999 - 11.2024
Aviation Structural Mechanic
United States Navy, NAS
01.1991 - 12.1998
- Kansas Driver's License
- FAA Certified Drone Pilot
High School Diploma -
El Dorado High School
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