Riaan Gey Van Pittius
Juneau
Summary
Hardworking Aviation Maintenance Technician, with extensive knowledge of safety and equipment repair protocols. Adept at following directions and schedules with an understanding of personnel management. Experienced in managing a small team in order to achieve high quality work within the allotted time.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Technician
Alaska Airlines
01.2024 - Current
- Increased production rates by troubleshooting and resolving technical issues in a time-sensitive manner.
- Ensured workplace safety by adhering to company policies and industry regulations while performing tasks.
- Maximized resource utilization through efficient planning of repair schedules based on priority needs and available resources.
- Upheld environmental standards through proper disposal of hazardous materials according to prescribed protocols.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance tasks performed, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations.
- 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.
Assistant Project Manager
Dynamic Engineering Services
11.2012 - 12.2023
- Supported senior managers and department leaders by completing projects and problem resolution under tight budgets and schedule demands.
- Mentored and guided associates in approaches designed to exceed expectations of customers and members.
- Reported on status for each project to appropriate stakeholders.
- Delivered high level of service to clients to both maintain and extend relationship for future business opportunities.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments, planning and coordinating in-house and outsourced resources.
- Made steel form parts using various cutting equipment and welded part together per specifications.
- Applied safety procedures for machines, including killswitches and pinch points.
- Monitored employees to encourage cost-effective and safe use of equipment and materials.
- Rigged cables and pipes in configurations to support loads and maintain crew safety.
- Worked at heights and in confined spaces without difficulty.
- Rigged for heavy lifts according to blueprint requirements.
- Consistently assumed additional responsibilities and worked extended hours to meet project deadlines.
- Prepared and erected steel, torque and bolt-up connections.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Student/Volunteer
Liberty University School Of Aeronautics
09.2018 - 08.2019
- Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent, ground, and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Welded various types of connections using arc welder to complete tasks on-time and with high-quality final results.
- Calculated aircraft weight and balance, performance, and fuel requirements.
- Tested, inspected, adjusted, repaired and installed various types of aviation parts and equipment.
- Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, and mechanical flight controls.
- Installed new hydraulic parts and components such as; lines, pipes, and bracing.
- Operated welding and cutting equipment with strong safety skills and high-quality results.
- Assessed and tore down parts such as; pumps, motors, and cylinders in different pieces of equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Maintenance Management
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA, USA10.2019
Skills
- Safety awareness
- Excellent work ethic
- Teamwork
- Relationship-Building
- Conflict Resolution
- Problem solving ability
- Troubleshooting skills
- Mechanical expertise
- Equipment installation
- Manufacturing Processes
- Hand and power tools
- Blueprint and schematic understanding
- Preventive and Reparative Maintenance
- Electrical Installation and Repair
- Hydraulic Installation and Repair
- Welding (Arc Welding, TIG, and Acetylene Welding)
Certification
- FAA Certified Aircraft Mechanic, Airframe & Powerplant
Languages
- English
- Spanish
- Conversational Afrikaans
Competition
During my schooling I was a part of our school's team in the Aerospace Maintenance Competition held in Atlanta, GA. Our team placed 3rd out of all the schools, winning many events. We also won the separate prize which encompassed all categories (professional, schools, and military), for the most professional team.
Accomplishments
P.S.
Thank you for taking the time to read my Resume. I look forward to the opportunity to be a productive member of the team. I was trained by highly experienced instructors and mentors and have acquired a lot of experience my self. While working with Dynamic Engineering Services I have been heavily involved in many projects including the two few key projects such as: Building a gold mine in Arizona where I was the lead manufacturer and the assistant project manager and disassembling a gold mine in Alaska where I was a supervisor to one of three teams. During my time with Alaska Airlines my wealth of knowledge has grown exponentially and I have developed a true love for the aviation industry. I am extremely mission orientated and I thrive in a challenging environment. Thank you again for reading my Resume.
Timeline
Line Technician
Alaska Airlines
01.2024 - Current
Student/Volunteer
Liberty University School Of Aeronautics
09.2018 - 08.2019
Assistant Project Manager
Dynamic Engineering Services
11.2012 - 12.2023
- FAA Certified Aircraft Mechanic, Airframe & Powerplant
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Maintenance Management
Liberty University
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