Mark Shutts
Huntley,IL
Summary
Skilled at diagnosing and repairing aircraft systems, with experience in performing routine maintenance checks and troubleshooting complex mechanical issues. Possess strong technical skills, adept at using specialized tools and equipment to ensure aircraft operate safely and efficiently. Have contributed to improving maintenance procedures, shortening turnaround times for repairs while maintaining high safety standards. Detail-oriented aircraft professional bringing a proven history of effectively directing, monitoring, or performing preventive and unscheduled maintenance on aircrafts. Strong knowledge of standard hardware and materials with an insatiable curiosity of new industry materials and techniques.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
AMT Line Maintenance
Flightcheck Commercial Aviation Services
Bensenville, IL
02.2019 - Current
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure timely resolution of technical problems.
- Delivered positive reinforcement and constructive criticism for employee work efforts.
- Performed detailed inspections of aircraft systems and components to identify potential issues.
- Adhered strictly to FAA regulations governing aviation maintenance activities.
- Ensured all paperwork was completed accurately and on time according to company policies.
Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician
AAR Aircraft Services
Rockford, IL
01.2017 - 01.2017
- Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.
- Diagnosed and corrected mechanical problems using blueprints, repair manuals or parts catalogs.
- Maintained accurate records of all performed maintenance activities.
- Ordered parts, supplies or equipment from catalogs or suppliers.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Planned daily workloads for assigned technicians based on priority level of tasks at hand.
- Managed the daily activities of a team of 10 aircraft technicians.
- Maintained accurate records of work performed on each aircraft system or component.
- Performed complex troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of aircraft systems, components and structures.
- Assembled and installed mechanical, hydraulic and structural components and accessories using appropriate tools.
- Utilized drawings and schematics to install, remove and modify aircraft structures, systems and components.
- Researched, read and interpreted technical manuals and guidelines before inspections, installations and repairs.
- Supervised installation projects to ensure quality standards were met.
- Provided technical guidance to junior technicians in the team.
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- Inspected completed work by other mechanics prior to releasing an aircraft for service operations.
AMT Line & Overhaul Mechanic
American Airlines
Tulsa, & Chicago, OK
08.1997 - 11.2012
- Performed maintenance services such as lubricating components.
- Performed troubleshooting procedures to find root causes of faults.
- Utilized drawings and schematics to install, remove and modify aircraft structures, systems and components.
- Updated maintenance and repair logs according to services performed and submitted reports to supervisors for review.
- Used specialized tools such as torque wrenches and micrometers for precise measurements.
- Applied corrosion preventive treatments during regular maintenance checks.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks on aircraft, such as cleaning, lubricating, and replacing parts.
- Removed aircraft parts such as engines, pumps and landing gear.
- Maintained aircraft environmental systems, oxygen systems, fire extinguishing systems and utility systems.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Maintained records of all maintenance activities for compliance with FAA regulations.
- Assisted in troubleshooting malfunctions in engines and other mechanical systems.
- Conducted pre-flight inspections to determine if aircraft was ready for flight operations.
- Checked serviceability of brakes, tires, and other landing gear components prior to takeoff.
- Planned work procedures using charts, technical manuals and experience.
- Provided technical advice and guidance to junior technicians when needed.
- Reported issues, malfunctions, unusual wear, or damage to appropriate personnel.
- Assembled and installed mechanical, hydraulic and structural components and accessories using appropriate tools.
- Researched, read and interpreted technical manuals and guidelines before inspections, installations and repairs.
Education
Associate of Science - Aircraft Maintenance
National Aviation Academy
Clearwater, FL11-1996
Skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Training & Development
- Effective communication
- Technical understanding
- Teamwork
- Attention to detail
- Technical documentation
- Installation procedures
- Time management
- Hand and power tool operation
- Written communication
- Leadership skills
- Computerized maintenance management
- Professionalism
- Troubleshooting skills
- Professional communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Safety compliance
Certification
- Certified to work on B747,B777,B767,B757,B737 aircraft, Also Airbus A319, A320, & A321
Timeline
AMT Line Maintenance
Flightcheck Commercial Aviation Services
02.2019 - Current
Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician
AAR Aircraft Services
01.2017 - 01.2017
AMT Line & Overhaul Mechanic
American Airlines
08.1997 - 11.2012
- Certified to work on B747,B777,B767,B757,B737 aircraft, Also Airbus A319, A320, & A321
Associate of Science - Aircraft Maintenance
National Aviation Academy
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