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Kevin Poarch

Lillington,NC

Summary

Dedicated employee experienced in maintenance, supervision, transportation, and heavy equipment operations. Adaptable problem-solver committed to timely and efficient completion of all tasks. Skilled in training and supervising employees to enhance their performance and contribute to business success.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Instructor of Aviation Skills Course

US Army
Fort Eustis, VA
07.2022 - Current
  • Conducted thorough evaluations of 300+ Army Service members' competency in maintaining and repairing CH-47 Chinook Aircraft.
  • Enhanced course content delivery by conducting assessments of fellow instructors, resulting in a 3% increase in student grades.
  • Reviewed and updated course material to comply with constantly evolving rules and regulations in aviation maintenance.

Aviation Maintenance Inspector

US Army
Fort Bragg, NC
07.2019 - 06.2022
  • Developed and implemented an efficient aviation maintenance plan to eliminate downtime while facilitating the secure evacuation of Afghan refugees.
  • Safely operated heavy-duty crane system for disassembling and transporting substantial aircraft components back to the United States, preventing unnecessary abandonment abroad.
  • Oversaw the maintenance program of 38 Army helicopters of different models, improving the overall maintenance downtime by over 25%.
  • Successfully trained and mentored 5 inspectors to optimize the oversight of aircraft maintenance processes within the quality control section

Aviation Mechanic/Aircraft Crew Chief

US Army
Schofield Barracks , HI
01.2016 - 06.2019
  • Performed 2000+ hours of aircraft maintenance for the US Army and achieved a 15% reduction in overall downtime, resulting in the acquisition of a Boeing Safety Award.
  • Skilled in operating heavy equipment, such as loaders and haul trucks, to remove snow, ensuring smooth movement of aircraft operations in a combat zone.
  • Demonstrated expertise in navigating military cargo trucks equipped with air brakes and boasting a GVWR above 26,000 to tow pintle trailers on multiple convoy trips covering a distance of over 500 miles.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Aviation Management And Operations

North Central Institute
Clarksville, TN

Skills

Aviation Maintenance

Advanced Mechanics

Heavy Equipment Operations

Academic instruction

Cargo Transportation

Adaptability

Supervisor

Team Worker

Certification

  • Certified Drivers License (Class A )

Timeline

Instructor of Aviation Skills Course

US Army
07.2022 - Current

Aviation Maintenance Inspector

US Army
07.2019 - 06.2022

Aviation Mechanic/Aircraft Crew Chief

US Army
01.2016 - 06.2019

Some College (No Degree) - Aviation Management And Operations

North Central Institute

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