Thomas Redd
Technician
Saxe,VA
Summary
Experienced Aerospace Ground Equipment Journeyman well-versed in maintenance shop practices, documentation requirements and mobilization support. Good problem-solving skills, an organized nature and a collaborative approach to working well in a team-based environment. Prepared to apply 4 and half years of related experience and take on a challenging new role in a fast-paced environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Aerospace Ground Equipment Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
Goldsboro, NC
01.2017 - 09.2021
- Repaired mechanical, electronic and hydraulic components of specialized ground equipment.
- Maintained vehicles per manufacturer specifications, applying prescribed preventive maintenance support documentation.
- Conducted maintenance and repair services to keep equipment working efficiently.
- Performed preventive and corrective maintenance on aviation support equipment and associated systems and components.
- Diagnosed mechanical and electronic problems using personal skill, technical documentation and testing tools.
- Read and interpreted orders, drawings, schematics and blueprints to complete accurate actions.
- Ran diagnostic tests on newly manufactured aerospace ground equipment under simulated operational conditions, ensuring correct adherence to design tolerances.
- Fabricated replacement parts to precise specifications, when original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts were not readily available.
Education
Associate of Science - Engineering Technology
Southside Virginia Community College
Alberta, VA 01.2021 - Current
Skills
Fabrication
Preventive Maintenance
Hydraulic Repair
Diagnostic Analysis
Safety protocols
Modifications and repairs
Maintenance skills
Component replacements
Writing and oral communication
Equipment inspections
Timeline
Associate of Science - Engineering Technology
Southside Virginia Community College
01.2021 - Current
Aerospace Ground Equipment Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
01.2017 - 09.2021