Kobe Vandyke
San Clemente,CA
Summary
Aircraft Mechanic with diverse skill set honed over 4 years in aviation industry. Ground support equipment qualified, aircraft tow qualified, along with many other qualifications revolving around engine maintenance, inspection, testing, and more. my passion is learning new jobs and skills quickly to teach skill sets to people under me.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Aviation Mechanic
United States Marine Corps
06.2020 - Current
- Enhanced aircraft safety by performing routine maintenance and inspections on various aircraft systems.
- Reduced downtime for repairs by quickly diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical issues in a timely manner.
- Improved overall efficiency of the maintenance team by training and mentoring new mechanics in proper procedures and best practices.
- Collaborated with other technicians to identify potential problems before they escalated, preserving the integrity of each aircraft.
- Assisted engineers with modifications and upgrades to aircraft systems, contributing to improved functionality and performance.
- Ensured adherence to strict safety protocols while working on high-risk tasks such as fuel system maintenance and secondary power system repairs.
- Conducted thorough pre-flight inspections, identifying any potential hazards or malfunctions before takeoff to ensure plot safety.
- Managed inventory control for essential parts and supplies, minimizing delays due to lack of availability during critical repairs.
- Achieved rapid turnaround times for emergency repairs when necessary, minimizing disruption to flight schedules and pilot inconvenience.
- Collaborated with other maintenance departments to address shared issues or concerns, fostering a cohesive team environment within the facility.
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
- Operated support equipment and flight line vehicles.
- Assisted with aircraft and equipment transport and movement.
- Maintained orderly and safe work environment by enforcing tool control and FOD awareness, prevention, and safety at all times.
- Recorded maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.
- Obtained fuel and oil samples to check for contamination.
- Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, fuel controls, and generators
- Achieved collateral duty inspector qualification far ahead of peers
- Read and interpreted aircraft documentation to determine repair feasibility and methods.
Backroom Associate
Lowes Home Improvment
10.2019 - 06.2020
- Enhanced inventory management by efficiently organizing and maintaining backroom storage areas.
- Reduced stock discrepancies by diligently conducting regular inventory audits and reporting findings to management.
- Streamlined the receiving process for incoming shipments, ensuring accurate documentation and timely unloading of merchandise.
- Expedited order fulfillment by accurately picking and packing items according to pick lists and shipping manifests.
- Volunteered to assist with projects, demonstrating willingness to learn new tasks and increase skill levels.
- Moved merchandise using forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks.
Cashier
TJ Maxx
09.2017 - 07.2019
- Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
- Promoted store promotions and incentive programs to increase overall sales revenue.
- Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
Education
High School Diploma -
Capistrano Valley High School
Mission Viejo, CA06.2020
Skills
- Engine Maintenance
- Technical Documentation Interpretation
- Military Maintenance Requirements
- Concise Time Management
- Hand-Tool proficiency
- Problem Solving Abilities
- Aircraft Systems Knowledge
- System Troubleshooting
Accomplishments
- consistently trained, supervised, and managed 19 marines under my charge.
- received many high level qualifications intended for marines above my pay grade including hazmat supervisor, tow director, collateral duty inspector.
- Achieved Marine of the quarter for excelling above my peers
- received meritorious rank of LCpl ahead of peers
Timeline
Aviation Mechanic
United States Marine Corps
06.2020 - Current
Backroom Associate
Lowes Home Improvment
10.2019 - 06.2020
Cashier
TJ Maxx
09.2017 - 07.2019
High School Diploma -
Capistrano Valley High School
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