Timothy Reaid
Cape Coral,FL
Summary
Experienced in dynamic, fast-paced environments with a proven ability to adapt swiftly to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure, consistently delivering high-quality work at impressive speeds. Highly organized and dependable, excelling at managing multiple priorities while maintaining a positive attitude. Eager to embrace additional responsibilities to drive team success and achieve collective goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Maintenance A&P Mechanic
STS Line Maintenance
Fort Myers, FL
09.2025 - Current
- Performed routine inspections and repairs on aircraft systems, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Led troubleshooting efforts for mechanical issues, minimizing downtime and optimizing operational efficiency.
- Mentored junior mechanics, providing guidance on best practices and technical skills development.
- Developed maintenance schedules to streamline workflow and enhance service delivery across operations.
Director of Operations
Go Vertical Aviation
Russellville, AL
12.2024 - 09.2025
- Developed training programs to elevate staff performance and ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Coordinated supply chain logistics, enhancing inventory management and reducing lead times.
- Oversaw daily operations across multiple departments, ensuring seamless coordination and efficient execution of tasks.
2nd Shift Manager
Flightstar Aircraft Services
Jacksonville, FL
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Directed the activities of 2nd shift personnel to ensure efficient and safe operations.
- Maintained communication with other shifts to ensure a smooth transition of duties.
- Evaluated performance of subordinates, provided feedback, coaching and disciplinary action when necessary.
- Conducted daily meetings with staff to review goals, objectives, tasks and timelines as well as provide updates on projects and activities.
Maintenance Controller
USA Jet Airlines
Bellville, MI
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Ensured timely completion of maintenance checks and repairs according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure efficient scheduling of maintenance tasks.
- Monitored performance records for aircraft engines, airframes, and components to identify potential issues.
- Ordered replacement parts when needed and tracked inventory levels for critical items.
- Alerted staff affected by grounded aircraft of repair timeframes and offered status updates.
- Communicated with vendors to organize, supervise and document repairs and maintenance work.
Maintenance Controller
Spirit Airlines Inc.
Orlando, FL
06.2022 - 09.2023
- Ensured timely completion of maintenance checks and repairs according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure efficient scheduling of maintenance tasks.
- Maintained accurate records of all completed work orders, including labor hours and materials used.
- Provided technical advice regarding repair options and recommended solutions to resolve complex problems.
- Alerted staff affected by grounded aircraft of repair timeframes and offered status updates.
- Accessed aircraft tracking information and records to monitor compliance and schedule maintenance.
Shift Supervisor
STS Line Maintenance
Orlando, FL
09.2021 - 06.2023
- Developed and implemented production schedules to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Ensured safety regulations were followed by all personnel in the production area.
- Maintained accurate records of daily production activities.
- Supervised a team of 20+ employees, ensuring tasks were completed efficiently and accurately.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for each employee to identify areas for improvement.
- Resolved any conflicts between employees in a professional manner.
- Delegated tasks to employees and monitored accurate and timely completion of tasks to meet project milestones.
- Promoted employee safety awareness based on understanding of regulatory mandates and organizational best practices.
Line Maintenance A&P Mechanic
STS Line Maintenance
Fort Myers, FL
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Conducted troubleshooting and repairs on aircraft according to approved maintenance manuals.
- Performed pre-flight checks on all assigned aircrafts ensuring airworthiness before takeoff.
- Carried out routine maintenance tasks such as oil changes, filter replacements, fluid level checks and tire pressure adjustments.
- Performed daily, weekly and monthly inspections of aircraft components and systems to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
- Inspected electrical systems for proper operation and safety standards.
- Repaired minor hydraulic leaks in brake lines or other hydraulic components requiring disassembly and reassembly of parts.
Lead A&P Mechanic
Airborne Maint & Engineering
Tampa, FL
10.2019 - 06.2020
- Repaired or replaced defective parts as necessary using hand tools, power tools, precision measuring instruments, welding equipment, and test equipment.
- Operated ground support equipment such as hoists, jacks and forklifts when needed.
- Checked torque values of critical fasteners using calibrated torque wrenches.
- Maintained a clean work area at all times ensuring safety standards are met.
- Provided technical assistance to co-workers when requested.
- Performed operational tests on repaired components prior to returning them to service.
A&P Mechanic, Lead, Inspection, MX Control
SkyWest Airlines
Romulus, MI
07.2016 - 10.2019
- Worked my way up from an A&P to Lead, Inspector then Maintenance control
- Inspected airframes for corrosion damage according to established procedures.
- Installed new electrical wiring harnesses throughout the aircraft.
- Calibrated flight control systems in accordance with approved maintenance data sources.
- Operated ground support equipment such as hoists, jacks and forklifts when needed.
- Provided technical assistance to co-workers when requested.
- Performed operational tests on repaired components prior to returning them to service.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
Education
Airframe And Powerplant - Aircraft Maintenance
MIAT College of Technology
Canton, MI03-2015
Skills
- Team Management
- Troubleshooting
- Excellent Communication
- Adaptability
- Attention to Detail
- Preventive Maintenance
- Problem-Solving
- Hydraulic systems
- Aircraft Maintenance
- Electrical Systems
- Maintenance documentation
Timeline
Line Maintenance A&P Mechanic
STS Line Maintenance
09.2025 - Current
Director of Operations
Go Vertical Aviation
12.2024 - 09.2025
2nd Shift Manager
Flightstar Aircraft Services
01.2024 - 04.2024
Maintenance Controller
USA Jet Airlines
09.2023 - 01.2024
Maintenance Controller
Spirit Airlines Inc.
06.2022 - 09.2023
Shift Supervisor
STS Line Maintenance
09.2021 - 06.2023
Line Maintenance A&P Mechanic
STS Line Maintenance
09.2020 - 09.2021
Lead A&P Mechanic
Airborne Maint & Engineering
10.2019 - 06.2020
A&P Mechanic, Lead, Inspection, MX Control
SkyWest Airlines
07.2016 - 10.2019
Airframe And Powerplant - Aircraft Maintenance
MIAT College of Technology