Automotive Equipment Technician
A.S.E.
Midvale, UT
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Examined parts for wear or damage using precision measuring instruments and visual inspection techniques.
- Replaced worn or defective parts such as brakes, spark plugs, bearings, and gears.
- Inspected airframes for corrosion and structural integrity.
- Diagnosed malfunctions in aircraft using technical manuals and test equipment.
- Fabricated replacement parts when necessary utilizing machine shop tools such as lathes, drill presses and grinders.
- Tested repaired components prior to returning them to serviceable condition.
- Conducted routine inspections of aircrafts in accordance with company guidelines.
- Troubleshot complex problems on a variety of aircrafts including small single engine planes to large multi-engine jets.
- Maintained accurate records of all work performed on each aircraft according to FAA regulations.
- Completed paperwork associated with repairs including time tracking forms.
- Assisted in the development of safety policies for the maintenance department.
- Provided training for junior mechanics in areas such as troubleshooting techniques.
- Coordinated with pilots regarding any potential issues that may arise during flight operations.
- Developed preventive maintenance plans for various types of aircrafts.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable Federal Aviation Administration regulations.
- Recorded maintenance performance in aircraft logbooks and completed other paperwork requirements.
- Read and interpreted safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals to solve problems.
- Inspected parts or aircraft to identify defects, proper fluid levels and general wear.
- Completed flightline, hangar maintenance and repairs on assigned aircraft.
- Serviced and lubricated aircraft and subsystems as directed.
- Cultivated safe and organized work area by maintaining active control over tools and equipment and retaining FOD awareness at all times.
- Preserved units or parts during work process, installation and storage.
- Used current data and proper tools to perform maintenance.
- Trained 35+ new employees on company policies and protocols.
- Performed time compliance technical orders and service instructions to install structural components.
- Transported vehicles for repair by driving, towing or pushing into service bay.
- Briefed and debriefed pilots and crew members performing functional check flights.
- Operated riding type electric powered elevating equipment to accomplish work assignment.
- Compiled data and generated weekly and monthly maintenance reports, and spearheaded weekly and monthly squadron maintenance meetings.
- Initiated and reviewed deficiency reports and hazardous material reports to verify completeness and accuracy.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Used diagnostics and troubleshooting tools to identify failures and equipment issues.
- Updated maintenance and repair logs according to services performed and submitted reports to supervisors for review.
- Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to vehicles.
- Executed corrosion control and inspection duties with minimal supervision.
- Utilized hand and power tools to detect and repair aircraft malfunctions and damages.
- Improved function of engines by replacing spark plugs, fuel filters and defective sensors.
- Adjusted and repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
- Supervised and completed flight line foreign object prevention walks.
- Attached test instruments to equipment, reading dials and gauges to diagnose malfunctions.
- Planned work procedures using charts, technical manuals and experience.
- Disassembled units and inspected parts for wear with micrometers, calipers and gauges.
- Examined and adjusted protective guards, loose bolts and specified safety devices.
- Repaired and serviced air conditioning, heating and electrical systems.
- Utilized electronic testing equipment to troubleshoot fuel, ignition and emissions control systems.
- Disassembled and overhauled internal combustion engines, pumps and generators.
- Tested components and systems using infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges and computerized diagnostic devices.
- Inspected and verified dimensions and clearances of parts to verify conformance to factory specifications.
