Matthew H. Harner
Pueblo West,CO
Summary
Results-focused aviation professional with strength in Airframe and Powerplant and Inspection. Proactive leader with strengths in communication and collaboration. Proficient in leveraging production and accountability knowledge to promote aircraft availibility. Adept at managing concurrent objectives to promote efficiency and influence positive outcomes.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanic II
SkyWest Airlines
Colorado Springs, Colorado
12.2024 - Current
- Performed service checks to include 100-hour and 200-hour checks.
- Hydraulic servicing.
- oil servicing
- Tire assembly changes on MLG, and NLG.
- Maintained accurate records of work performed in accordance with company standards.
- Repaired or replaced worn parts such as brake pads and wheel bearings using hand tools and power tools.
- Adhered strictly to safety requirements when operating machinery or handling hazardous materials.
- Inspected, serviced, and repaired brakes, engines, fuel systems and other components as required.
- Identified additional needed repairs by conducting visual inspections of the aircrafts interior and exterior.
- Completed required paperwork.
- Right seat qualified for aircraft taxi and ground runs.
Helicopter Crew Chief
Helicopter Transport Services
Aurora, OR
09.2023 - 11.2024
- Performed daily preflight inspections on aircraft to ensure safe operation.
- Conducted maintenance operations and repairs on helicopters, engines, transmissions, rotor systems, flight control systems and other components.
- Provided technical support for aircrews during missions and briefed them on potential hazards in the area of operations.
- Coordinated with outside agencies to provide necessary logistical support for aircraft operations.
- Maintained records of all maintenance activities performed on aircraft components.
- Conducted regular safety checks and maintained a clean and organized workspace.
- Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical issues and identified corrective action when needed.
- Inspected aircraft for corrosion, cracks or structural damage prior to flight operations.
- Conducted periodic servicing of hydraulic systems, lubrication systems and fuel systems according to manufacturer specifications.
- Replaced defective parts such as gaskets, seals and bearings using hand tools as well as power tools.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks such as oil changes, filter replacements and spark plug replacement.
- Managed inventory of spare parts ensuring availability at all times.
Mechanic II I/A
CAE / Doss Initial Flight Training
Pueblo, CO
02.2019 - 08.2023
- Backup night shift lead and other management duties
- Performed flight line maintenance, scheduled and un - scheduled maintenance, TBO engine changes, electrical troubleshooting and composite repairs
- 50, 100 hour and annual inspections
- Employee of the quarter 4 times
- Safety award.
- Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
- Maintained certifications and completed training as required.
- Maintained shop safety protocols to meet regulatory and company expectations.
- Attended safety and training meetings to learn techniques to avoid injuries and mishaps.
- Conducted engine runs and adjusted controls and systems to verify aircraft serviceability.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Conducted engine performance runs before and after repair services.
- Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to aircraft.
- Used technical manuals and repair documentation to plan and implement high-quality corrections.
- Trained and guided employees on correct methods for performing different repairs and maintenance services.
- Performed Designated inspector and annual inspections and encouraged team members to deliver high-quality service.
Crew Chief S64 Air–Crane
Erickson Air, Crane
Central Point, OR
06.2006 - 01.2019
- Field maintenance and operation of the S64 heavy lift helicopter in the area of oil and gas field work in the jungles of Peru and Ecuador
- Fire Fighting L.A County Fire Department and The U.S
- Forest service
- Maintained the aircraft in the areas of daily mission readiness and preventive maintenance to include safety and phase inspections and component removal and replacement
- Electrical and Hydraulic troubleshooting.
- Accomplished team objectives by effectively directing daily activities.
- Maintained team flexibility by teaching members all key roles.
- Adhered to company requirements and compliance regulations by utilizing continuous team evaluations.
- Implemented effective procedures regarding hazardous actions, materials and items to keep crew safe during operations.
- Diagnosed malfunctions and replaced components and performed daily detailed inspections of aircraft.
- Applied knowledge of coverage needs and team member skills to establish work schedules.
- Removed, disassembled, inspected, repaired and reinstalled parts and assemblies on aircrafts.
- Verified communication of maintenance decisions, inspection, and actions and coordinated responses to maximize aircraft availability.
- Accounted for inventory and prepared aircraft for phase inspections and unscheduled maintenance.
- Filed post-flight paperwork properly and checked final maintenance conditions of aircrafts.
- Maintained aircraft parts inventory to include shipping and receiving of parts.
- responsible for proper documentation of aircraft parts tags to include 8130's, green and yellow tagged parts.
Education
Aviation Maintenance Technician Diploma -
Spartan College of Aeronautics
01.2005
Skills
- A & P mechanic certification
- Inspection Authorization Certification
- Inventory Management
- Work Orders and Documentation
- Electrical System Maintenance
- Engine Tuning and Analysis
- Work Area Cleanliness
- Problem Solving
- Customer Relations
- Hardworking and Dedicated
- Decision Making
- Component and System Testing
- Safety Policies and Procedures
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Multitasking and Prioritization
Additional Information
- Perfect Attendance.
- License 2005 FAA - Airframe and Power Plant license.
- Inspection Authorization endorsement “2012”.
Timeline
Mechanic II
SkyWest Airlines
12.2024 - Current
Helicopter Crew Chief
Helicopter Transport Services
09.2023 - 11.2024
Mechanic II I/A
CAE / Doss Initial Flight Training
02.2019 - 08.2023
Crew Chief S64 Air–Crane
Erickson Air, Crane
06.2006 - 01.2019
Aviation Maintenance Technician Diploma -
Spartan College of Aeronautics
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