Taylor Klein
Sioux Falls,SD
Summary
An aviation professional with hands-on experience as both a Line Technician and a pilot, bringing strong operational knowledge and a safety-first mindset to every task. Skilled in aircraft towing, fueling, ramp coordination, and preflight procedures, with a solid understanding of flight operations from the cockpit perspective. Known for reliability, clear communication, and maintaining efficient, well-organized workflows. I offer employers a rare combination of ground and flight expertise, ensuring safe, smooth, and timely aviation operations.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Desk Ops
South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD
08.2024 - Current
As a Ground Operations Agent, I support daily flight school operations by safely moving aircraft in and out of hangars, refueling planes, maintaining clean and organized hangar spaces, and coordinating schedules to ensure aircraft are prepared and ready on time. My role helps maintain smooth, efficient, and safe flight training operations.
Line Service Technician
Maverick Air Center
Sioux Falls, SD
03.2025 - 08.2025
As a Line Technician at Maverick Air Center, I supported FBO operations by marshaling aircraft, handling refueling and ground service needs, towing and positioning aircraft, and maintaining a safe and efficient ramp environment. I provided customer-focused service to flight crews and passengers while helping ensure smooth day-to-day airfield operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aviation
South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD05-2026
Skills
- Decision making and problem solving
- Multi-engine aircraft operation
- Multitasking Abilities
- Flight instruction experience
- Communication effectiveness
- Time management
Certification
Licenses & Ratings
- Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
- Commercial Pilot - Airplane Single-Engine Land (ASEL)
- Commercial Pilot - Airplane Multi-Engine Land (AMEL)
- Instrument Rating (IR)
Flight Experience
- Total Time:...........................................230 hrs
- PIC:......................................................130 hrs
- Cross-Country:.....................................80 hrs
- Night:....................................................40 hrs
- Instrument (Actual/Sim):......................1/79 hrs
- Multi-Engine:.......................................25 hrs
Timeline
Line Service Technician
Maverick Air Center
03.2025 - 08.2025
Desk Ops
South Dakota State University
08.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Aviation
South Dakota State University