Michael Cichowski
Tawas City,MI
Summary
Dynamic Aircraft Maintenance Technician with over two years at Kalitta Charters 2, excelling in troubleshooting and repair of complex systems. Proven ability to enhance safety and efficiency through meticulous inspections and effective teamwork. Skilled in hydraulic systems repair and fostering strong colleague relationships, contributing to a significant reduction in maintenance-related incidents.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Kalitta Charters 2
Ypsilanti, MI
09.2023 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance tasks performed, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations.
- Removed components such as landing gear, engines, and flight control.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
- Enhanced aircraft safety by performing thorough maintenance inspections and identifying potential issues.
- Evaluated individual aircraft components to identify and troubleshoot issues.
- Collaborated with other technicians to complete complex repairs and improve team efficiency.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, fostering a positive work atmosphere conducive to teamwork and effective communication.
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
- Lubricated shafts, bearings, and gears to maintain optimal performance.
- Contributed to a reduction in maintenance-related incidents by maintaining a strong focus on safety during all tasks.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on diverse aircraft engines, avionics and hydraulics.
- Assisted with aircraft and equipment transport and movement.
- Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, and mechanical flight controls.
- Troubleshot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems and tested equipment following repairs.
- Two years experience of ride on maintenance of B737 -800, -400, -300 aircraft.
- Examined and tested aircraft parts, components and systems to verify airworthiness and functionality.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Kalitta Air
Oscoda, MI
07.2016 - 09.2023
- 7 years experience of maintaining, and doing heavy checks on B727s, B737s, dc-9s and dc10s. The majority of experience being on B737 -300, -400 and -800
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance tasks performed, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations.
- Removed components such as landing gear, engines, and flight control.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
- Enhanced aircraft safety by performing thorough maintenance inspections and identifying potential issues.
- Collaborated with other technicians to complete complex repairs and improve team efficiency.
- Evaluated individual aircraft components to identify and troubleshoot issues.
- Assisted in training new technicians, sharing knowledge and expertise to ensure high-quality workmanship.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, fostering a positive work atmosphere conducive to teamwork and effective communication.
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
- Lubricated shafts, bearings, and gears to maintain optimal performance.
- Obtained fuel and oil samples to check for contamination.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on diverse aircraft engines, avionics and hydraulics.
- Supported environmental initiatives, implementing eco-friendly waste disposal methods post-maintenance.
- 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.
- Assisted with aircraft and equipment transport and movement.
Skills
- Troubleshooting and repair
- Aircraft inspections
- Reading technical manuals
- Performing maintenance
- Parts replacement
- Hydraulic systems repair
- Pneumatic system repair
- Servicing systems
- Sealant application
- Mechanical aptitude
Timeline
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Kalitta Charters 2
09.2023 - Current
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Kalitta Air
07.2016 - 09.2023