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Samantha Richey

Samantha Richey

Fort Worth,TX

Summary

Results-driven Maintenance Supervisor with 14 years of experience leading maintenance teams to achieve operational excellence. Expertise in preventive maintenance scheduling and effective management of unscheduled repairs, significantly reducing downtime. Proficient in troubleshooting and implementing quality control measures to enhance efficiency and reliability. Committed to fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement within the workplace.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Maintenance

Trimec Aviation
Fort Worth, TX
03.2022 - Current
  • Supervises preventive maintenance projects, employee tasks and performance and adherence to safety standards.
  • Manages team of employees, daily progress reports and overall project planning.
  • Contacts vendors to procure equipment and tools to meet organizational demands.
  • Assigns work and monitored performance of project personnel.
  • Ability calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
  • Resolves customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
  • Holds regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
  • Delegates daily tasks to employees to manage resources and meet deadlines.
  • Recruits and trains new employees to meet job requirements.
  • Reviews employee performance and provides ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.

Maintenance Coordinator

Trimec Aviation
Fort Worth, TX
10.2019 - 03.2022
  • Coordinated maintenance functions between the Director of Maintenance and personnel on the floor
  • Performed logbook research
  • Kept upper management apprised of issues and help determine corrective actions
  • Reviewed discrepancy sign offs to ensure we were following all FAA Regulations
  • Wrote logbook entries and performed Return to Service for Part 91 and Part 135 aircraft
  • Gave preliminary training and performed onboarding for new hires
  • Developed healthy, productive relationships with team members to create constructive working environment.

Inspector

Trimec Aviation
Fort Worth, TX
10.2018 - 03.2022
  • Filled out and submitted logs and paperwork on-time
  • Ran a crew of 4-5 individuals on my team to ensure on-time aircraft delivery and safety
  • Performed follow-up on task signed off by mechanics.
  • Reported to the Director of Maintenance and communicated effectively regarding status of aircraft
  • Participated in training to strengthen and develop inspector competencies.
  • Utilized precision tooling for verification of compliance per technical drawings.
  • Went on numerous AOG assignments to repair aircraft off site
  • Investigated and recommended new tooling and equipment for more efficient and safer production
  • Performed engine runs and functional checks on various IAI/Mid-cabin Gulfstream products

Technician

Trimec Aviation
Fort Worth, TX
04.2017 - 10.2018
  • Troubleshot systems to determine appropriate resolution for discrepancies
  • Performed inspections and documented discrepancies in accordance with FAA Regulations and Company policies
  • Worked with various hand tools and pieces of test equipment
  • Understanding of electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and cabin control system
  • Performed maintenance on Westwind 1124s, Astra SP/SPX/G100, G150, and G200s
  • Troubleshot systems and equipment and ran tests to make effective recommendations.
  • Inspected parts or aircraft to identify defects, proper fluid levels and general wear.
  • Cultivated safe and organized work area by maintaining active control over tools and equipment and retaining FOD awareness at all times.
  • Used current data and proper tools to perform maintenance.
  • Maintained aircraft environmental systems, oxygen systems, fire extinguishing systems and utility systems.
  • Utilized electronic testing equipment to troubleshoot fuel issues
  • Serviced and lubricated aircraft and subsystems as directed.

Crew Chief

United States Air Force
Tucson, AZ
08.2007 - 02.2014
  • Performed launch and recovery operations, jacking, servicing, and inspections
  • Accurately documented aircraft forms/integrated maintenance data system; accomplished scheduled document reviews
  • Inspected, removed, ordered & installed system components in accordance with applicable Technical Orders
  • Trained 23 employees on various task on the HC-130J to include cross-trained task
  • Ran multiple squadron programs while working in support
  • Followed and supervised work practices to support safety and risk management guidelines.
  • Troubleshot systems to isolate mechanical or electrical faults and repair components.
  • Removed, disassembled, inspected, repaired and reinstalled parts and assemblies on aircrafts.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Maintenance Technology

Tarrant County College District
Fort Worth, TX
05.2017

Some College (No Degree) -

Community College of The Air Force
Tucson, AZ

Accujet Aviation Maintenance Training
Fort Worth, TX

Skills

  • Scheduling and Coordinating
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Problem Resolution
  • Maintenance & Repair
  • Supervision & Leadership
  • Routine Inspections
  • Operational Awareness
  • Team Leadership
  • Performance Tracking and Evaluation
  • Complex Problem Solving
  • Professional and Courteous
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Time Management
  • MS Office
  • Computer Skills
  • Self-motivated
  • Leadership
  • Troubleshooting
  • Staff Training

Certification

  • FAA Mechanic Certificate- Airframe Dec. 2016
  • Certified Forklift Operator and Trainer, Trimec Aviation - 2019

Timeline

Director of Maintenance

Trimec Aviation
03.2022 - Current

Maintenance Coordinator

Trimec Aviation
10.2019 - 03.2022

Inspector

Trimec Aviation
10.2018 - 03.2022

Technician

Trimec Aviation
04.2017 - 10.2018

Crew Chief

United States Air Force
08.2007 - 02.2014

Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Maintenance Technology

Tarrant County College District

Some College (No Degree) -

Community College of The Air Force

Accujet Aviation Maintenance Training

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