Russel Orr
Windom,MN
Summary
Aircraft Mechanic with 20 plus years of experience , eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and United States Air Force aircraft maintenance operations. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in the manufacturing industry.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate/Lead Associate
Runnings Farm And Fleet
Windom , MN
2021.09 - Current
- Loaded and unloaded freight trucks with forklift.
- Assembled, serviced and inspected incoming merchandise, lawn mowers, sprayers, and etc.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Maintained records related to sales, returns and inventory availability.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician
USAF
Offutt AFB , NE
2018.01 - 2021.04
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflow to meet any daily demand.
- Trained and mentored more than 25 personnel on aircraft maintenance on 31 aircraft with 6 different aircraft types.
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflow as needed.
- Developed revisions to aircraft maintenance operations and procedures by evaluating operational practices and identifying improvement opportunities.
- Coordinated with aircraft engineers to revise maintenance practices and correct design flaws.
- Developed training plans and guidance for 25 personnel.
- Performed team member on continuous improvement process program, identified and corrected improperly documented fuel transactions. Implemented new wing level regulations, resulted in correction of 1.9 million dollar accounting errors..
- Maintained, repaired and rebuilt aircraft structures, including fuel, electrical and oxygen systems.
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
- Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance.
- Inspected all received aircraft parts to verify compliance with FAA regulations.
- Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearbox, transmissions, landing gear and mechanical flight controls.
- Diagnosed faults and developed resolution plans.
Aerospace Repair Supervisor
USAF
OFFUTT AFB , NE
2012.06 - 2017.12
- Developed and executed plans to monitor standard process adherence.
- Conducted training and change management processes to improve operations.
- Conducted office management and emergency preparedness orientation to provide special skills and test specific emergency plan components.
- Managed award, recognition, performance and evaluations for 23 personnel maintenance team.
- Worked with aircraft engineers to identify and correct faulty part remanufacturing errors.
- Oversaw heavy repair of 31 aircraft, including troubleshooting, repair, replacement of flight control components, landing components, structural components and jet engine control components.
- Headed 1.2 million dollar aircraft tools and equipment account..
- Developed standard operating procedures and document workflow for current and future process steps.
- Enforced safety standards including, hazardous material handling, storage regulatory requirements and internal procedures affecting business operations.
Tool Room Manager
USAF
Kadena AB , Japan
2007.11 - 2012.06
- Indexed locations of tools to ensure quick retrievals from various shops.
- Managed 1.2 million dollar 500 item equipment account and completed annual inventory.
- Calculated correct order totals, updated accounts and maintained detailed records for inventory management.
- Managed hazardous waste collection point, ensured adherence to federal, military and local regulations . Passed Air Force compliance inspection with no findings.
- Managed consolidated tool room; established tool accountability and control processes. Inspected, cleared, repaired and tracked over 1,500 tools.
- Performed Unit Anti-terrorism Officer, ensured unit was in compliance with military regulations . Tracked random terrorism countermeasures for 120 personal and 5 geographically separated buildings.
Education
USAF, Senior Non-Commissioned Academy
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL2017
Associate of Arts - Aircraft Maintenance Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL2015
Non-Commissioned Officer Academy
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL2013
Airmen Leadership School
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL2004
Skills
- Aircraft maintenance and repair, including troubleshooting electrical, landing gear, flight controls, hydraulics system, aircraft structure and aircraft jet engine.
- Aircraft and equipment maintenance manual interpretation.
- Interrupting blueprints, parts list, engineering drawing and schematics.
- Expert in aircraft internet based and manual maintenance logs.
- 20 years of experience in USAF using aircraft ground support equipment.
- Assisted engineers with correcting design flaws.
Timeline
Sales Associate/Lead Associate
Runnings Farm And Fleet
2021.09 - Current
Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician
USAF
2018.01 - 2021.04
Aerospace Repair Supervisor
USAF
2012.06 - 2017.12
Tool Room Manager
USAF
2007.11 - 2012.06
USAF, Senior Non-Commissioned Academy
Community College of The Air Force
Associate of Arts - Aircraft Maintenance Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Non-Commissioned Officer Academy
Community College of The Air Force
Airmen Leadership School
Community College of The Air Force
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