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Kyle Baker

Cave Creek,AZ

Summary

Passionate Aviation Maintenance Technician seeking a entry level maintenance position to apply my FAA-certified skills in airframe and powerplant systems. Eager to further develop my technical abilities, gain hands-on experience with aircraft maintenance, and contribute to a team dedicated to safety and operational excellence. Committed to continuous learning and professional growth in the aviation industry.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Landscape Equipment Mechanic

Arizona Outdoor Design
06.2023 - Current
  • Contributed to team success with strong problem-solving skills in diagnosing mechanical malfunctions on equipment such as chain saws and leaf blowers
  • Improved equipment efficiency by conducting regular preventive maintenance and repairs.
  • Reduced machinery downtime by promptly troubleshooting and resolving mechanical issues.
  • Performed routine maintenance and repairs on heavy equipment such as telehandlers and skid steers.

Bicycle Mechanic and Sales Rep

Bicycles of Phoenix
02.2020 - 02.2022
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment.
  • Serviced, maintained and repaired bicycles with focus on efficiency, quality and safety.
  • Assembled new bicycles upon arrival at the shop, adhering to strict quality control guidelines from manufacturers.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently diagnosing and repairing various bicycle issues.

Education

Certificate of Completion - Applied Technology

Chandler Gilbert Community College
Mesa, AZ
05-2025

Skills

  • Aircraft systems troubleshooting
  • Jet Engine and component maintenance
  • Electrical and hydraulic system diagnostics
  • Airframe and powerplant inspection and repair

Certification

  • FAA Airframe Certification (Obtained)
  • FAA Powerplant Certification (Expected May 2025)

Relevant Experience

  • Rebuilding dirt bike engines

    - 4 YZ250 engines

    - 1 YZ125 engine

    - 1 YZ85 engine

    - Various top end rebuilds 

    - Making use of complex tools including pullers and separators

  • Diagnosing and troubleshooting engine problems

    - Missing spark on small engines due to faulty stators

    - Low compression on small engines due to lean engine conditions

    - Ignition parameters off due to faulty CDI

    - Backfiring of exhaust systems due to valve clearances 

    - Poor engine performance due to clogged and un properly tuned carburetors 

  • Rebuilding dirt bike suspension

    - Multiple standard sprung forks

    - Separate function forks

    - Air forks

    - Replacing suspension linkage bearings

  • Adjusting 4 stroke valve clearances

    - 2 KX250s

    - 2 KX450s

  • Rebuilding jet ski engines

    - Multiple kawasaki 550cc engines

    - Multiple kawasaki 650cc engines

    - Yamaha 701 cc engine

  • Utilizing fiberglass on jet ski hulls

    - Patching holes 

    - Modifying fiberglass jet ski hulls for performance

  • Basic maintenance on dirt bikes and jet skis

    - Changing oil

    - Cleaning air filters

    - Greasing pivot points

    - Bleeding brakes

    - Basic engine adjustments

    - Mounting new tires


Timeline

Landscape Equipment Mechanic

Arizona Outdoor Design
06.2023 - Current

Bicycle Mechanic and Sales Rep

Bicycles of Phoenix
02.2020 - 02.2022

Certificate of Completion - Applied Technology

Chandler Gilbert Community College

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