Jonathan Durgan
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Dynamic Maintenance Controller with extensive experience at Republic Airways, excelling in MEL management and aircraft maintenance. Proven leader in team oversight and problem-solving, enhancing operational efficiency. Recognized for implementing process improvements that significantly reduced delays, ensuring timely aircraft service and optimal performance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Controller
Republic Airways
Indianapolis, US
09.2023 - Current
- Establishes and oversees the completion of assignments by maintenance associates working on active aircraft at gate and hangar operations
- Redirects work assignments as required
- Authorizes the use of and supervises on-call maintenance provider vendors contracted to perform maintenance and return aircraft to service
- Provides technical knowledge and logistical support to Maintenance and flight crews for active fleet maintenance discrepancies, Minimum Equipment List (MEL) issues, configuration deviation lists and resschedules to determine proper and timely corrective action
- Coordinates with Maintenance, flight dispatch, maintenance planning, materials, engineer and QA inspection, providing current and continuing follow-up to ensure positive corrective action is made as promptly as possible for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance
- Oversees and coordinates aircraft ferry flights as needed
- Assesses when aircraft charter services are needed to recover aircraft grounded at outstations and to relocate parts for aircraft requiring maintenance
- Collects and provides information on all daily cancellations and delays resulting from maintenance or materials related problems to complete daily Flight Interruption Reports
- Ensures MEL Deferred Item status is current and within time limits authorized by the MEL
- Updates other controllers and Maintenance Control Coordinators on progress of work performed
- Assists with completion of shift turnover reports in accordance with procedures in the GMM
- Completes all department internal company forms, maintenance records, documents, work orders, etc
- Including performing maintenance computer system transactions as required
- Provides coaching and on-the-job training as directed
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Republic Airways
Indianapolis, US
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Performs preventive maintenance, repair, modifications and other maintenance of aircraft, components and related equipment and complies with 14 CFR, manufactures specifications, the GMM, Company policy and procedures as well as other methods accepted by the FAA and OSHA when accomplishing maintenance
- Performs maintenance mechanic duties in all areas inside and outside the hangar as well as at the airport terminal
- Troubleshoots all aircraft systems
- Executes maintenance work orders
- Uses tools, equipment and test apparatus necessary to assure completion of the work in accordance with accepted industry practices
- Verifies that all calibrated tooling is current on its calibration before use
- Verifies materials and parts used are of a serviceable condition
- Verifies that each part or component is effective for the aircraft on which it will be installed
- Adheres to material handling and control procedures specified in GMM and by the equipment manufacturers
- Initiates material requests
- Evaluates the area and equipment that will be utilized to ensure that safety is not compromised before performing any maintenance action
- Applies safety first at all times
- Maintains a clean, safe working environment throughout the work shift
- Updates Supervisor on progress of work performed
- Reviews paperwork at the end of shift to ensure that all work accomplished is signed for prior to departing the maintenance facility
- Assists with completion of shift turnover reports in accordance with procedures in the GMM
- Completes all department internal company forms, maintenance records, documents, work orders, etc
- Including performing maintenance computer system transactions as required (MEL, DMI)
- Provides coaching and on-the-job training as directed
Aircraft Mechanic
Wheels Up
Erlanger, US
06.2022 - 02.2023
- Performing heavy check maintenance with an MRO on multiple different aircraft including Cessna 525A, 525B, 560XL, 560XLS, Hawker 400A, and King Air 350i
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Endeavor Air
Erlanger, US
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Work performed includes Line maintenance and hangar maintenance on CRJ 700/900 and the CF34 engines
- Performing work in the hangar on the SVL line, and at the gate as a Line Maintenance
- Work is all encompassing with engines, interior, and airframe
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
TC Aircraft Solutions
Fort Pierce, US
11.2020 - 06.2021
- Working in General Aviation, performing mostly routine inspections on a wide range of aircraft
- Have experience with structural repairs, installing fuel systems, engine overhaul, as well as other preventative maintenance tasks
Lead Trainer
Walmart
Gas City, US
11.2019 - 11.2020
- After working 6 months of working as an order filler I was promoted to a teaching and facilitating role in management as a CSD (continuous skills development) Lead trainer
- I am a part of the onboarding process of making sure that new hires are properly trained and have adequate knowledge to excel at their job performance
Hangar Maintenance
Aircraft Ownership Solutions
Kokomo, US
05.2018 - 11.2019
- Perform cleaning and detailing of aircraft getting them ready to sell
- Moving and tying down of aircraft, as well as performing preventative maintenance
Warehouse Manager
Chrome Battery
Westfield, US
09.2016 - 12.2017
- Maintained the Shipping and Receiving office for the warehouse
- Organizing and keeping track of inventory and ordering for the company
- Was promoted from Warehouse Tech to Manager within 6 months, and worked with multiple employees underneath me for the remainder of my employment
Education
Some college - Aircraft Maintenance
Ivy Tech Community College
Fort Wayne, IN05.2020
Some College (No Degree) - Intercultural Studies
Gods Bible School And College
Cincinnati, OHSkills
- MEL management
- Freight operations
- Mechanical expertise
- Aircraft maintenance
- Customer service
- Warehouse oversight
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Policy implementation
- Process improvement
Certification
- Airframe & Powerplant License, 05/20, Present
- Driver's License
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Timeline
Maintenance Controller
Republic Airways
09.2023 - Current
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Republic Airways
03.2023 - 09.2023
Aircraft Mechanic
Wheels Up
06.2022 - 02.2023
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Endeavor Air
08.2021 - 06.2022
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
TC Aircraft Solutions
11.2020 - 06.2021
Lead Trainer
Walmart
11.2019 - 11.2020
Hangar Maintenance
Aircraft Ownership Solutions
05.2018 - 11.2019
Warehouse Manager
Chrome Battery
09.2016 - 12.2017
Some college - Aircraft Maintenance
Ivy Tech Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Intercultural Studies
Gods Bible School And College
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