John T. Bearden II
Byhalia,MS
Summary
A challenging position as a Quality Control Inspector in Memphis, TN where I can apply my over 32 years as a FAA certified AMT including over 14 & 1/2 years of experience as a Senior Aircraft Maintenance Technician at FedEx. A demonstrated strong foundation in evaluating, troubleshooting and maintaining complex systems on the Fedex fleet. Prioritizing safety and legality of our fleet.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Aviation MX Tech/Line
Fedex
Memphis, TN
11.2011 - Current
- Line maintenance mechanic MEM flight line working B-757, B-767, B-777, A-300 and MD-11 freighters; performing transit checks, ETOPS PDSC, repairs, modifications, preventive maintenance, service checks, and other line maintenance in accordance with specified manuals, procedures, and FAA regulations. Perform troubleshooting of aircraft systems, interpreting wiring diagrams and engineering authorizations, and evaluating structural damage. AAMT mentor to guide and train Fedex AAMTs in the apprentice training program. Multiple years as flight line Deice Designated Examiner (Deice DE), building and scheduling recurrent AMT training. Coordinating AMT and hub manpower to facilitate annual Deice proficiency training at the CDF using Icelink system. Planned, staffed and executed numerous multi day Snocon 1 weather events to minimize operational impact. Multiple years as a flight line Run Taxi Designated examiner. Perform training and evaluations of the AMT's fitness to run and taxi FDX aircraft.
Lead Mechanic
US Airways
Philadelphia, PA
03.2011 - 11.2011
- Lead mechanic assigned to PHL hangar. Leads and directs 16 + mechanics in their nightly duties on RON aircraft and scheduled A or B checks to produce a safe and airworthy aircraft in a timely manner using current company aircraft maintenance procedures, techniques and standards. Including current MPPM and GMM policies and procedures. Perform daily Websceptre digital data entry and audits.
Aircraft Mechanic
US Airways
Philadelphia, PA
05.2009 - 03.2011
- Line maintenance mechanic assigned to the PHL hangar performing nightly checks on US Airways fleet. Performed preventive maintenance, repairs, mods, A checks, B checks and other line maintenance functions in accordance with company and FAA policies. Comply with training as required; perform troubleshooting of aircraft systems; interpreting of wiring diagrams and engineering authorizations; and evaluating structural damage. Perform daily Websceptre digital data entry of work performed.
Line Maintenance Representative
ABX Air, Inc.
Savannah, GA
08.1996 - 01.2009
- Outstation line maintenance performing daily service checks and scheduled checks on Douglas DC-9 freighters; performed preventive maintenance, repairs, modifications and other line maintenance in accordance with specified manuals, procedures and FAA regulations; maintained station manuals and inventory per company and FAA policies; performed troubleshooting of aircraft systems; interpreting wiring diagrams and engineering authorizations; and evaluating structural damage; scheduled personnel for assigned work and duties.
Aircraft Mechanic
Manatee Aero Corporation
Nashville, TN
01.1996 - 07.1996
- Outstation line maintenance performing nightly layover checks on Airtran B-737; performed preventive maintenance, repairs, modifications and other line maintenance of aircraft, components and related equipment in accordance with company specified manuals, procedures and FAA regulations.
Education
FAA Mechanic - Airframe and Powerplant License - Aerospace Maintenance Management
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN06-1994
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN08-1990
High School Diploma - College prep
Donelson Christian Academy
Nashville, TN05-1986
Skills
- Work planning and prioritization
- Demonstrates ability to work well under pressure
- Multitasking and organization
- Attention to detail
- Knowledgeable of best safety practices
- Staff education and training
- System troubleshooting
- Deadline oriented
- Documentation and reporting
- Preventive Maintenance
Certification
- FAA Mechanic - Airframe and Powerplant License
- FAA Commercial Pilot - ASMEL, Instrument Airplane (not current)
- FAA Certified Flight Instructor - Instrument (not current)
Timeline
Senior Aviation MX Tech/Line
Fedex
11.2011 - Current
Lead Mechanic
US Airways
03.2011 - 11.2011
Aircraft Mechanic
US Airways
05.2009 - 03.2011
Line Maintenance Representative
ABX Air, Inc.
08.1996 - 01.2009
Aircraft Mechanic
Manatee Aero Corporation
01.1996 - 07.1996
FAA Mechanic - Airframe and Powerplant License - Aerospace Maintenance Management
Middle Tennessee State University
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace
Middle Tennessee State University
High School Diploma - College prep
Donelson Christian Academy
SPECIALIZED TRAINING
- ABX Air DC-9 Maintenance Systems Initial
- ABX Air DC-9 Engine Run-up and Taxi and RII
- US Airways A330-300/200, B-737 and B-767 Maintenance Systems Initial
- US Airways E190, B-757 and A319/320/321 Gen Fam
- US Airways Basic Avionics and Aircraft Wiring and Electrical Systems
- US Airways B-737, B-757, B-767 and A330 Cat Qualified
- US Airways B-737, B-757/767,E-190 & A319/320/321/330 Engine Run and Taxi Examiner
- US Airways Safety Committee
- US Airways Safety Trainer - PHL
- Fedex A300/310, MD-10/11, B-757/767/777 System trained including 767/777 ETOPS
- Fedex RII all fleets
- 8 + years as a Fedex Engine Run Taxi designated examiner all fleets
- 8 + years as a MEM flight line Deice DE
- Fedex LLM trained MD-11, B757/767/777 including EFVS
- 8 + as Fedex flight line GSE designated examiner
- MEM flight line acting lead qualified