Nelson Canizares
Miramar,FL
Summary
Skilled Crew Chief motivates crew to drive improvements and maximize performance. Hands-on management professional adept at keeping employees operating at high standards of efficiency, accuracy and quality. Advanced maintenance leadership for around-the-clock maintenance of aircraft to maintain flight worthiness.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Crew Chief
United States Air Force, USAF
Abilene, Texas
06.2020 - 06.2024
- Identified potential hazards associated with aviation operations and reported them according to company policy.
- Performed regular maintenance on aircrafts, engines, and other equipment.
- Maintained accurate records of employee attendance and timekeeping data.
- Maintained accurate records of aircraft repairs, modifications, service bulletins, and logbook entries.
- Trained new personnel on proper procedures for aircraft operations.
- Created reports summarizing completed maintenance activities on a weekly basis.
- Assisted in the development of training materials for crew members.
- Managed daily operations of team members to ensure efficient and successful completion of tasks.
- Inspected parts and components prior to installation or use.
- Supervised ground support activities such as fueling, cleaning, cargo loading and unloading.
- Reviewed operational checklists with pilots prior to takeoffs and landings.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through improved processes or equipment upgrades.
- Coordinated with vendors to procure necessary parts or supplies needed for repair work.
- Implemented process improvements to increase efficiency and productivity.
- Conducted detailed troubleshooting of complex mechanical issues using specialized tools and diagnostic equipment.
- Provided technical guidance to crew members during pre-flight inspections and post-flight debriefings.
- Maintained team flexibility by teaching members all key roles.
- Accomplished team objectives by effectively directing daily activities.
- Implemented effective procedures regarding hazardous actions, materials and items to keep crew safe during operations.
- Applied knowledge of coverage needs and team member skills to establish work schedules.
- Removed, disassembled, inspected, repaired and reinstalled parts and assemblies on aircrafts.
- Followed and supervised work practices to support safety and risk management guidelines.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, new technologies, and best practices.
Education
High School Diploma -
Somerset Academy Charter High School
Pembroke Pines, FL06-2019
Skills
- Aircraft service
- Crew Supervision
- Staff Training
- CPR, First Aid, AED
- Mechanical Systems
- Repairs knowledge
- Troubleshooting skills
Accomplishments
- quality assurance award
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Limited
Russian
Limited
Certification
- Cpr/Basic Life Support
- Apu operator
- Hangar door operator
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Crew Chief
United States Air Force, USAF
06.2020 - 06.2024
High School Diploma -
Somerset Academy Charter High School