MARK COLLEY
GLENBURN
Summary
Reliable Aircraft Technician expertly inspects, services and repairs with 10 years of experience on KC-135 Aircraft. Safely assesses and addresses mechanical issues with detailed investigations of problem sources. Skilled leader with experience in subordinate training and development. Hard-working professional seeking a career-driven opportunity to apply experience and leadership skills within the 101st ARW.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Aerospace Maintenance Craftsman
Maine Air National Guard
Bangor, ME
10.2021 - Current
- Inspect equipment, systems and components for operational readiness and compliance with standards
- Schedule and completed maintenance according to or ahead of schedule
- Disassembled, repaired and reassembled aircraft components
- Performing routine and in-depth inspections on KC135R/T refueling aircraft
- Launching, recovering, and refueling of KC135R/T aircraft
- Performing unscheduled and scheduled maintenance
- Training airman necessary maintenance skills
- Qualified unit PTL
- Assists with unit FOD program
- Deployed to USPACOM with 101st ARW
Level 2 Unlicensed Technician
C&L Aviation
Bangor, ME
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Serviced and repaired fuel, electrical, hydraulic and other aircraft systems.
- Completed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on Bombardier -8, Saab 340 and Embrace 135 aircraft.
- Prepared, inventoried and recorded aircraft parts and components to prevent corrosion, failure and misuse.
- Worked within guidelines established by internal, manufacturer and regulatory authorities.
- Coordinated parts and material requisitions to expedite aircraft maintenance and repairs.
- Read and interpreted aircraft documentation to determine repair feasibility and methods.
- Troubleshot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems and tested equipment following repairs.
Aerospace Maintenance Craftsman
6 AMXS MacDill AFB
Tampa, FL
03.2016 - 09.2021
- Performing routine and in-depth Inspections on KC135R/T refueler aircraft
- Launching, recovering, and refueling of KC135R/T aircraft
- Performing unscheduled and scheduled maintenance
- Training Airman necessary maintenance skills and disciplines
- Achieved New duty AFSC of C2A574 – Flying Crew Chief
- Deployed 4 times to CENTCOM AOR
- Supervises multiple technicians; manages maintenance/parts replacement on up to 12 KC-135R/T aircraft valued at $480M
- Guarantees safe/quality aircraft maintenance, verifies work reliability, performs SCR cert items I's&E's, Panel inspections, Tow Supervisor
- Coordinates all ground handling/sched/unscheduled aircraft inspections, launch/recovery/fuel ops
- Assists cross AFSC fault diagnosis and maintenance
- Oversees G081 inputs/781 series documentation and review
- Executes OJT training/carts, ensures 891X alert duty requirements
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Professional Military Education
USAF05.2019
Some College (No Degree) - Aircraft Maintenance
2A5X4 Refuel/Bomber Aircraft Maintenance
Shepherd AFB, Wichita Falls03.2016
High School Diploma - High school
Brewer High School
Brewer, ME01.2015
Skills
- Capacity to engage in varied tasks utilizing various tools and equipment, while exercising utmost care in ensuring precise measurements
- Comprehends aircraft components and maintenance procedures
- Capability to identify issues and find solutions in situations that demand comprehensive understanding of all aircraft systems
- Experienced in inspecting aircraft, identifying mechanical deficiencies, and analyze outcomes
- Understands and interprets complex mechanical problems on designated aircraft by analyzing technical data, schematics, and specifications
Accomplishments
- Ten years of military service - 6 years Active duty, 4 with the ME ANG
- Completed five tours overseas (USCENTCOM/GUAM) resulting in multiple military awards including an Achievement medal, Commendation medal, Air and Space Outstanding Unit Award and Meritorious Unit Award
- Managed maintenance during COVID pandemic, applied cross utilization training for 12 inspections and 37 maintenance actions to alleviate E&E manning shortfall
- Organized "Wingman Day" event, was POC for 11 personnel, bolstered unit cohesion
- Directed aircraft over-G inspection, lead 16 personnel through 42 critical inspection items, and fixed 13 safety defects
- Responded to disabled aircraft, assembled tow team and cleared AOR's busiest runway to normal ops in minimal time
Timeline
Aerospace Maintenance Craftsman
Maine Air National Guard
10.2021 - Current
Level 2 Unlicensed Technician
C&L Aviation
08.2021 - 11.2021
Aerospace Maintenance Craftsman
6 AMXS MacDill AFB
03.2016 - 09.2021
Some College (No Degree) - Aircraft Maintenance
2A5X4 Refuel/Bomber Aircraft Maintenance
High School Diploma - High school
Brewer High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Professional Military Education