Michael K Downs
Midwest City
Summary
Detail-oriented Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE) Operator with expertise in equipment inspections, documentation, and safe operation. Proficient in Continuous Process Improvement (CPI) principles and skilled in coordinating with maintenance and AMXG squadrons. Veteran committed to enhancing operational readiness and seeking growth in maintenance-focused roles.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE) Operator / Driver
Tinker Air Force Base
11.2023 - Current
• Operate, transport, dispatch, and stage powered and non-powered AGE/GSE equipment.
• Perform pre-use checks and service inspections (SI) in accordance with procedures.
• Maintain inspection logs, dispatch records, and equipment documentation.
• Use FEMS and Microsoft Office to track inspections, dispatching, and workflow.
• Apply CPI and "Art of the Possible" principles.
• Collaborate with AMXG squadrons (E3, E6, B1, B52, KC46, C130, KC135).
• Operate in secure and controlled areas with secure-area badge and flight line driving license.
• Assist mechanics using a variety of hand tools on jacks, B1/B2/B4/B6 stands, generators, air compressors, and related AGE.
Laborer & Truck Driver
Oklahoma County District 2
03.2020 - 11.2023
- Operated CDL vehicles, forklifts, and heavy equipment.
- Supported jobsite operations and equipment transport.
Maintenance & Logistics
Cleveland County Fairgrounds
03.2015 - 03.2020
- Supported receiving, storage, inventory, and material handling.
- Operated forklifts and assisted with facility support.
Material Expediter & Assembler
Johnson Control Inc.
02.1996 - 03.2015
- Supported receiving, inspection, storage, and distribution of materials.
- Performed assembly support using hand tools and power tools.
Education
H.S. Diploma -
Noble High School
Noble, OkClimate Control
Mid America Vo-Tech
Wayne, OkSkills
- AGE/GSE Support
- Dispatching & Equipment Coordination
- Equipment Inspection
- Documentation
- Workflow Awareness
- CPI
- Forklift Operation
- Hand & Power Tools
- Safety & PPE
- Technical Orders
- Team Coordination
Military Experience
Team Chief – Alpha Battery, 160th Field Artillery
Oklahoma Army National Guard | 2008 – 2014
• Supervised equipment accountability and inspections.
• Deployed to Kuwait in support of OEF/OIF (2011–2012).
Team Chief – Bravo Battery, 160th Field Artillery
Oklahoma Army National Guard | 1988 – 1996
• Supported logistics operations and equipment accountability.
Certification
Forklift Certified • Flight Line Driving License • Secure Area Badge
Timeline
Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE) Operator / Driver
Tinker Air Force Base
11.2023 - Current
Laborer & Truck Driver
Oklahoma County District 2
03.2020 - 11.2023
Maintenance & Logistics
Cleveland County Fairgrounds
03.2015 - 03.2020
Material Expediter & Assembler
Johnson Control Inc.
02.1996 - 03.2015
H.S. Diploma -
Noble High School
Climate Control
Mid America Vo-Tech