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JOSEPH VEGA
Tucson,Arizona
Summary
Dedicated Air Transportation Craftsmen with over a decade of specialized experience in air transportation and load planning within the United States Air Force. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and safety through expert cargo inspection, strategic load planning, and seamless team leadership. Holds a strong background in regulatory compliance, diplomatic clearance facilitation, and hazardous material handling, backed by a Secret Security Clearance and multiple technical certifications. Committed to leveraging comprehensive knowledge and meticulous attention to detail to contribute to the success of dynamic aviation operations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Air Transportation Craftsmen
United States Air Force
Aviano Air Base, Italy
08.2020 - 11.2023
- Inspected cargo in support of pre and post deployment operations to avoid diplomatic clearance issues
- Utilized ICODES to develop and execute optimized load plans, enhancing aircraft balance and efficiency. This strategy improved operational safety and demonstrated mastery in adhering to technical and regulatory standards.
Air Terminal Operations Center Information Controller
United States Air Force
Ramstein Air Base, Germany
11.2018 - 08.2020
- Led the strategic collection and dissemination of critical information from higher headquarters, orchestrating the flow of vital data to lateral and subordinate functions.
- Ensured the efficiency and timeliness of mission execution, reflecting advanced skills in operational management and decision-making support.
Ramp Agent
United States Air Force
Ramstein Air Base, Germany
03.2016 - 11.2018
- Supervised the loading and offloading of mission critical assets through the largest cargo hub outside of the United States
- Served as the primary liaison between customers and the passenger terminal, resolving issues and facilitating a high level of customer satisfaction
Aircraft Services
United States Air Force Reserve
McGuire Air Force Base, NJ
03.2014 - 03.2016
- Operated forklifts and other machinery safely to move parts around the work area.
- Executed established procedures for loading passengers and potentially hazardous cargo with focus on safety.
Education
Hazardous Material Inspector Training/ Refresher Course
11.2022
Joint Inspectors Course
06-2021
University of Maryland
01.2019
Airman Leadership School
01.2018
Skills
- Secret Security Clearance
- Halvorsen and Tunner Loader Qualified
- Forklift Certified
- Load Planning Certified
- Hazardous Materiel Inspector Certified
- Joint Inspection Certified
- Microsoft Suite
- Effective Communication
- Customer Service
- Resource Allocation
- Aircraft cargo loading
- Logistics Coordination
- Transportation Logistics
References
References available upon request.
Work Availability
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Interests
Woodworking
Miniature Painting
Reading
Travel
Dungeons and Dragons
Timeline
Air Transportation Craftsmen
United States Air Force
08.2020 - 11.2023
Air Terminal Operations Center Information Controller
United States Air Force
11.2018 - 08.2020
Ramp Agent
United States Air Force
03.2016 - 11.2018
Aircraft Services
United States Air Force Reserve
03.2014 - 03.2016
Hazardous Material Inspector Training/ Refresher Course
Joint Inspectors Course
University of Maryland
Airman Leadership School