Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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Quentin Wilson

Harrisburg,PA

Summary

Adept at troubleshooting and repairing complex electronic and hydraulic systems, I significantly enhanced equipment reliability at Piedmont Airlines. My expertise spans welding, preventive maintenance, and electrical diagnostics, complemented by strong teamwork skills. Achieved a notable improvement in ground support equipment uptime, demonstrating a proactive approach to aviation safety and efficiency.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

GSE Mechanic

Piedmont Airlines
Middletown, PA
02.2024 - Current
  • Assisted technicians in repairing complex issues related to electronic control systems.
  • Performed welding works on damaged frames or body panels of GSE units.
  • Adjusted brakes, engines, transmissions, clutches and other related components of GSEs.
  • Disassembled mechanical components for inspection or replacement purposes following safety protocols.
  • Maintained accurate records of all performed maintenance activities on the company's database system.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with heavy equipment systems.
  • Troubleshot electrical and hydraulic systems of GSEs to identify problems and replace faulty parts.
  • Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on ground support equipment, such as tractors, belt loaders, baggage carts, and electric and diesel powered vehicles.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.

Mechanic

Mavis Tire
Dillsburg, PA
08.2023 - 02.2024
  • Completed simple and advanced repairs according to specifications for brakes, exhaust and electrical systems.
  • Maintained accurate records of work performed in accordance with company standards.
  • Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
  • Improved function of engines by replacing spark plugs, fuel filters and defective sensors.
  • Repaired or replaced worn parts such as brake pads and wheel bearings using hand tools and power tools.
  • Explained technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals who lack technical knowledge.
  • Conferred with customers to obtain descriptions of vehicle problems and discuss work or future repair requirements.
  • Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to vehicles.

Welder

Air Dynamics Industries
York, PA
07.2022 - 08.2023
  • Cleaned joints before beginning any type of welding process by chipping off slag with a hammer or wire brush.
  • Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
  • Read blueprints and drawings and took measurements to plan layout and procedures.
  • Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.
  • Aligned and clamped workpieces using rules, squares or hand tools.
  • Monitored fitting, burning and welding processes to avoid overheating parts, warping, shrinking, distortion and expansion of materials.
  • Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress updates on assigned tasks.
  • Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
  • Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
  • Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
  • Measured workpieces with straightedges or templates to conform with specifications.
  • Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
  • Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
  • Determined appropriate filler metal type based on joint design and material being joined together.

Education

High School Diploma -

Bermudian Springs
York Springs, PA
05-2023

Skills

  • Battery maintenance and charging
  • Brake system repair
  • Aviation safety regulations
  • Vehicle inspection and testing
  • Preventive maintenance procedures
  • Tire and wheel assembly
  • Hand and power tools
  • Electrical system diagnostics
  • Hydraulic systems troubleshooting
  • Welding and fabrication
  • Forklift operation and maintenance
  • Ground support equipment operation
  • Pneumatic system repair
  • Communication and teamwork
  • Gasoline engine maintenance

Certification

  • State Issued Driver's License
  • Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Access Badges
  • Forklift Safety and Operation Certification

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

GSE Mechanic

Piedmont Airlines
02.2024 - Current

Mechanic

Mavis Tire
08.2023 - 02.2024

Welder

Air Dynamics Industries
07.2022 - 08.2023

High School Diploma -

Bermudian Springs
Quentin Wilson