Raymond Berkley
Pelzer,SC
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals. Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
CH-47 Helicopter Mechanic
U.S Department of Defense
Greenville , SC
2015.01 - Current
- Conduct daily maintenance and inspections on helicopters, handling tasks such as oil changes, filter replacements, and component lubrication.
- Assist with aircraft disassembly and reassembly for transportation.
- Expert in field and knowledgeable on Aircraft Systems, Publications, Special tool usage, day to day management operations.
- Highly proficient in leadership skills as well as completing tasks myself.
- Manage supply ordering through computer programs, ensuring efficient inventory management.
- Effectively oversee the workflow of aircraft maintenance operations while providing leadership to subordinates.
- Diagnose malfunctions through the use of technical manuals, schematics, and diagnostic equipment.
- Replace worn or damaged parts using hand tools, power tools and precision measuring instruments.
- Operate lift equipment safely when moving heavy objects around the shop.
- Ensure that all work areas were kept clean and organized at all times.
- Maintain records of inspections, maintenance and repairs performed.
- Complete repair and maintenance work to meet aviation regulations and standards.
- Follow safety protocols while troubleshooting, inspecting and performing repairs.
- Execute corrosion control and inspection duties with minimal supervision.
- Supervise and complete flight line foreign object prevention walks.
- Familiar with various forms of testing equipment including but not limited to multi-meters, DECU download computers, aircraft vibration analyzer test sets, scales used to weigh an aircraft, torque-meter test sets and more.
- Maintain aircraft fire extinguishing systems and utility systems.
- Update maintenance and repair logs according to services performed and submitted reports to supervisors for review.
- Perform troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Adjust and repair systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
- Disassembled units and inspected parts for wear with micrometers, calipers and gauges.
- Inspect and verify dimensions and clearances of parts to verify conformance to factory specifications.
- Provide guidance to junior technicians regarding complex tasks or procedures.
- Responsible for adjusting and aligning key components on the aircraft such as landing gear struts using rulers and nitrogen carts as well as adjusting Pitch Change links using wrenches, sockets, torque wrenches, safety wire pliers, and more.
- Perform ground runs to test the operation of aircraft systems.
- Complete all paperwork associated with maintenance activities in a timely manner.
- Over 10 years of experience working on CH-47's.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Illinois Central College
East Peoria, ILBachelor of Science - Computer Technology
American Public University System
Charles Town, WVNo Degree - CH-47 Helicopter Mechanic
Advanced Individual Training
Fort Eustis, VA 2014.09 - 2015.01
Skills
- Crew Resource Management
- Safety Management
- Adaptability
- Effective Communication
- Task Prioritization
- Attention to Detail
- Professionalism
- Problem-Solving
- Computer Proficiency
- Troubleshooting
- Diagnostic Equipment Proficiency
- Maintenance Documentation
Timeline
CH-47 Helicopter Mechanic
U.S Department of Defense
2015.01 - Current
No Degree - CH-47 Helicopter Mechanic
Advanced Individual Training
2014.09 - 2015.01
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Illinois Central College
Bachelor of Science - Computer Technology
American Public University System
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