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Levi Colagross

Beaverton,OR

Summary

Disciplined Aviation Structural Mechanic well-educated in fabrication and assembly. Successful at discovering defects in the aerodynamic structuring of aircraft. Efficient handling of hand and power tools. Bringing more than 7 years of experience working on general aviation aircraft and small corporate aircraft. Well-versed in repairing everything from steering dampers to air ducts. Adept at working quickly and accurately to complete repair and maintenance actions under tight deadlines. Familiar with scheduled maintenance procedures, preventive actions and emergency repairs. Always looking to take on more challenging tasks and support team needs.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Aviation Structural Mechanic

Tom Reilly Vintage Aircraft
08.2017 - 12.2020
  • Extracted components from aircraft for bench analysis and testing.
  • Disassembled and inspected hydraulic systems and replaced worn components.
  • Conducted airframe, airfoils and flight controls maintenance.
  • Fabricated and assembled metal components to make repairs to aircraft's skin.
  • Worked with highly sensitive materials requiring special manufacturing treatments, coatings and installation processes.
  • Worked within guidelines established by internal, manufacturer and regulatory authorities.
  • Rigged and adjusted flight controls.
  • Coordinated parts and material requisitions to expedite aircraft maintenance and repairs.
  • Prepared, inventoried and recorded aircraft parts and components to prevent corrosion, failure and misuse.

Aviation Structural Mechanic

Erickson Aircraft Collection
02.2019 - 06.2019
  • Extracted components from aircraft for bench analysis and testing.
  • Removed and installed flight control surfaces and fabricated metal components to make repairs.
  • Removed corrosion and deposits on surfaces and restored using manufacturers' protocols.
  • Fabricated sheet metal components for aircraft skin requiring special manufacturing treatments and installation processes.
  • Rigged and adjusted flight controls.
  • Rebuilt aircraft structures and functional components in accordance with maintenance manual, FAA regulations and aviation services policies and procedures.

Assembly Mechanic

Precision Aircraft Solutions
01.2021 - Current

Promoted to assembly lead in December of 2021

Education

High School Diploma -

Home School
Douglasville, GA
12.2016

Skills

  • HAZMAT handling
  • Tool control management
  • Painting
  • Hydraulic equipment installation
  • Mechanical systems knowledge
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Tooling knowledge
  • Brake systems
  • FAA standards
  • Inspection skills
  • Maintenance Management
  • Project organization
  • Problem resolution

Timeline

Assembly Mechanic

Precision Aircraft Solutions
01.2021 - Current

Aviation Structural Mechanic

Erickson Aircraft Collection
02.2019 - 06.2019

Aviation Structural Mechanic

Tom Reilly Vintage Aircraft
08.2017 - 12.2020

High School Diploma -

Home School
Levi Colagross