Kevin Gurst

Work Schedule 4-10's schedule 40hr week/ 5-8's schedule 40hr week

• Dayshift Sheetmetal Lead (Current)
• NCOIC Sheetmetal CTK (Previous held title)
• NCOIC Corrosion Control Facility (Previous held title)
• Monitored daily and weekly key performance indicators to maintain on-track status.
• Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance.
• Increased operational readiness of aircraft fleet through timely completion of scheduled maintenance tasks.
• Reduced downtime for aircraft by efficiently diagnosing and repairing repair problems.
• Reduced downtime for repairs by developing a system to prioritize and address urgent maintenance issues quickly.
• Optimized inventory management by accurately tracking parts usage and promptly ordering necessary replacement items.
• Used failure analysis techniques to identify and eliminate chronic problems.
• Supervised and led employees to high performance levels in cross-functional matrix management structure.
• Contributed to a reduction in maintenance-related incidents by maintaining a strong focus on safety during all tasks.
• Assisted in training new technicians, sharing knowledge and expertise to ensure high-quality workmanship.
• Planned, directed, and organized work assignments for lower grade personnel.
• Managed multiple projects simultaneously using organizational and analytical skills.
• Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize work flows to meet any daily demand.
• Promptly received and forwarded incoming communications, such as phone calls, emails and letters, to appropriate staff.
• Collaborated with maintenance shops and units for task monitoring and completion.
• Offered data-driven recommendations aligned with overall company strategies and prioritized process improvement initiatives.
• Adhered to all defined safety protocols, company requirements and federal and local laws to maintain safe and controlled environments.
• Interacted with employees to seek input on process and equipment improvement.
• Collaborated with other departments to identify areas needing improvement, implementing solutions to optimize overall facility performance.
• Ensured timely completion of work orders by closely monitoring progress and adjusting resources as needed.
• Resolved day-to-day operational issues to reach short- and long-term performance goals.
• Determined and controlled maintenance budget to reduce or eliminate repetitive purchases.
• Supervised individuals in small group atmosphere to cultivate safety, independence and structure
• Performed root cause analysis on recurring problems in order to develop long-term solutions aimed at preventing future occurrences.
• Managed procurement processes for essential tools and materials required for ongoing maintenance tasks.
• Consistently met or exceeded performance metrics related to repair turnaround times, contributing to overall operational efficiency.
• Promoted positive work environment that fostered teamwork, communication, and accountability among coworkers.

• Performed 100 hours of supervised group and individual counseling sessions.
• Preformed 135 hours of counseling related experience records keeping session plan building and DSM 5 research.
• Developed strong therapeutic alliances with clients by demonstrating genuine compassion and a non-judgmental approach.
• Regularly participated in clinical supervision sessions to enhance professional skills and ensure quality of care for clients.
• Promoted a safe space within the therapeutic setting by maintaining professional boundaries and adhering to ethical guidelines.
• Developed rapport with diverse populations, adapting communication styles to meet individual needs and preferences.
• Supported clients in crisis situations, providing immediate intervention and connecting them with appropriate resources.
• Determined clients' risk of self-harm or other dangerous behaviors.
• Educated clients on dangers of substance abuse and prevention techniques.
• Facilitated group counseling sessions to support and encourage client growth.
• Assisted in the development of treatment plans for clients, resulting in improved mental health and wellbeing.

• Adhered to established policies, procedures and compliance for satisfactory audit rating
• Negotiated agreements between employees to clarify misunderstood directions and resolve conflicts affecting performance
• Sorted incoming mail and faxes and expedited urgent correspondence for immediate attention
• Received incoming calls and messages and addressed or remedied phone requests
• Researched competitive solutions and maintained competitive market comparisons and evaluations
• Conducted training and change management processes to improve operations
• Generated new business leads through direct customer engagement, deploying inbound and outbound marketing tactics and developing and optimizing informative content
• Established and maintained productive working relationships with staff to resolve operational difficulties and to promote interdisciplinary, collaborative approach to customer service provision
• Maintained regular contact with clients and identified opportunities to deliver added value to client relationships
• Supervised and led employees to high performance levels in cross-functional matrix management structure
• Followed quality standards and procedures to minimize errors and maximize customer satisfaction
• Identified issues with components and isolated faults prior to implementing corrective actions
• Analyzed engineering drawings and schematics to troubleshoot systems and diagnose solutions