LAEF KNUDSON
Bozeman,MT
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Flight instructor
Knudson Aviation LLC
Three Forks, Montana
05.2025 - Current
- Sole instructor of small flight instruction business
- Operates C-172L, C-182rg and Luscombe 8
- In stills students with knowledge and skills through curated and tried methods and curriculums.
- Manages all business operations.
- Ensures the prioritization of safety.
- Accurately tracks and manages aircraft maintenance and performs preventative maintenance.
Skydiving Pilot
Dzone Skydiving
Three Forks, Montana
04.2025 - Current
- Flying for purpose of skydiving operations
- Operating a high performance Cessna 182 with wing extensions, speed brakes, and io-550 engine.
- Managing engine temperatures and performance for long climbs and rapid descents.
- Effectively community with ATC and local traffic for safety of skydivers.
- Managing fuel loads and engine maintenance.
Distribution Personnel
Cardinal Distributing
Four Corners , MT
10.2024 - Current
- Efficiently transports and organizes products from inbound to inventory.
- Operates fork lifts, riding lifts, and picker lifts.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Miller Recreational Development
Four Corners , MT
11.2023 - 10.2024
- Operated all manner or equipment-loaders, excavators, haul trucks, skid steers, rollers, and graders.
- Performed land and stream restoration for high value clients.
- Trained new employees on operation of machinery.
- Conducted daily inspections to ensure equipment safety and functionality.
Diesel Mechanic
Yetti Diesel
Belgrade, Montana
07.2023 - 11.2023
- Diagnosed mechanical issues using advanced diagnostic tools and techniques.
- Performed routine maintenance on diesel engines and associated systems.
- Performed engine overhauls and vehicle maintenance
Lawn Maintenance Worker
Levo Lawn Care
Fort Collins, CO
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Maintained routine landscaping schedules to boost lawn health.
- Provided expert lawn care, mulching, aerating and trimming around walks, walls, and flower beds.
- Used shears, pruners, and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
- Mixed and sprayed fertilizers, herbicides and insecticides onto shrubs, trees, and grass.
Chinook Helicopter Technician/ Fire Support
Billings Flying Service
Billings, MT
04.2022 - 04.2023
- Followed safety procedures while analyzing issues and working on aircraft.
- Performed work in adherence with aviation regulations and protocols.
- Completed repair and maintenance work on [Number] aircraft over past year.
- Troubleshot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems and tested equipment following repairs.
- Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, and mechanical flight controls.
- Maintained CH-47 on firefighting crew across the nation contracted by the USFS.
Jet Support/Package Handler
Matheson Flight Extenders
Billings, MT
07.2021 - 04.2022
- Escorted Jets and feeder aircraft to parking and removed and reloaded shipping containers.
- Followed safety regulations to maintain safe work environment.
- Removed jams and unblocked conveyor system to maintain flow of goods.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
Restaurant Team Member
Walkers
Billings, MT
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Greeted guests pleasantly and answered menu questions.
- Arrived to work in uniform and presentable in appearance to meet restaurant standards.
- Operated register to process payments and collect cash payment for order totals.
- Used cash registers and calculators to prepare bills, accept payments and make change.
Car Wash Attendant
Firehouse Carwash
Fort Collins, CO
01.2019 - 08.2021
- Achieved customer satisfaction by providing high-quality professional service.
- Greeted customers and assessed needs to recommend suitable car wash services.
- Delivered high-quality car wash services using high-pressure washers, vacuums and detailing tools.
Restaurant Expo
The Still Whiskey Steaks
Fort Collins, CO
05.2020 - 05.2021
- Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
- Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
- Was head expo in the kitchen.
- Made sure food was garnished and ready to go before going out on the floor.
Education
GED -
Liberty Common High School
Fort Collins, COSkills
- Pilot
- 525 TT, multi engine, CFI, instrument, commercial
- Aviation Mechanic
- Heavy equipment operator
- Vehicle mechanic
References
- Name: Eric Skroch Title: Tandem Skydive instructor/manager Phone: (503) 704-5655
- Name: Ellis Ulery Title: Skydiving Pilot Phone: (937) 471-0869
- Name: Eli Foltz Title: CFI Ridgeline Aviation Phone: (970) 430-3672
- Name: Eric Knudson Title: Southwest Captain Phone: (603) 630-0453
- Name: Charley Waples Title: Southwest Captain Phone: (406) 425-1098
Timeline
Flight instructor
Knudson Aviation LLC
05.2025 - Current
Skydiving Pilot
Dzone Skydiving
04.2025 - Current
Distribution Personnel
Cardinal Distributing
10.2024 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator
Miller Recreational Development
11.2023 - 10.2024
Diesel Mechanic
Yetti Diesel
07.2023 - 11.2023
Lawn Maintenance Worker
Levo Lawn Care
04.2023 - 07.2023
Chinook Helicopter Technician/ Fire Support
Billings Flying Service
04.2022 - 04.2023
Jet Support/Package Handler
Matheson Flight Extenders
07.2021 - 04.2022
Restaurant Team Member
Walkers
05.2021 - 08.2021
Restaurant Expo
The Still Whiskey Steaks
05.2020 - 05.2021
Car Wash Attendant
Firehouse Carwash
01.2019 - 08.2021
GED -
Liberty Common High School