Tommy J. Guess
Concord,NC
Summary
Proven leader with a strong background in leading technical teams and optimizing performance across a range of mechanical systems. Adept at streamlining processes, improving operational efficiency, and ensuring system reliability under pressure. Strong communicator, able to effectively explain technical issues and solutions to both clients and team members.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Technician
Bruce Innovations
11.2022 - Current
- Crew Chief for BMW 235iR, 235, and interim Chief for F82 M4.
- Maintain, repair, and support customer race cars before, between, and during endurance racing events.
- Track and inspect wear parts, ensuring timely and scheduled maintenance to optimize performance during race events.
- Diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical issues, utilizing advanced troubleshooting techniques to maintain vehicle readiness.
- Communicate effectively with car owners, providing detailed explanations of issues, required parts, and suggested solutions.
- Adhere to strict safety protocols, ensuring a safe working environment and minimizing workplace accidents.
Medical Administration Assistant
United States Air Force
02.2019 - 12.2020
- Organized paperwork such as records, duty history, reports, and medical restrictions for office and personnel needs.
- Tracked and documented all required training for new or deploying members, ensured all requirements were current or scheduled refresher training.
- Tracked and coordinated repair/replacement of all first responder radios and kept accounts up to date, preventing any operation down time.
Special Missions Aviator
United States Air Force
11.2016 - 01.2019
- Maintained proficiency in all systems and equipment required for aircraft defense and safety of flight. Continuously trained and evaluated to ensure successful identification/recovery of patients.
- Qualified to inspect and maintain aircraft flight and safety systems such as: hydraulic, pneumatic, engine, fire suppression, and electrical systems.
- Reviewed aeronautical charts and used navigational instruments during each flight and maintained strong knowledge of government regulations.
- Employed Quick Reaction Checklist's and extensive regulation knowledge, for all pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight procedures and emergencies.
- Monitored crew, cargo, and fuel needs to ensure success of flight and maintain weight/balance requirements, in accordance with technical orders.
- Completed post-flight maintenance reports and work with crew chief for post-maintenance check flights.
Airfield Operations Specialist
United States Air Force
10.2012 - 11.2016
- Addressed urgent issues, including medical emergencies and flight operation obstacles, as both first responder and emergency management leader.
- Managed flight itinerary updates and communicated changes to appropriate air traffic control contacts to optimize movements and protect aircraft.
- Trained and developed new hires to drive efficient performance by teaching and emphasizing key skills, procedures and performance optimization strategies to ensure safe and smooth operations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Technology
University of Northwestern Ohio
Lima, OH11-2024
Associate of Applied Science - High Performance Automotive
University of Northwestern Ohio
Lima, OH11-2024
Skills
- Testing and repair
- Organization and time management
- Safety compliance
- Mechanical aptitude
- Schematics interpretation
- Records management
- Equipment troubleshooting and repair
- Project organization
- Process improvement
- Scheduling
- Problem resolution
Timeline
Lead Technician
Bruce Innovations
11.2022 - Current
Medical Administration Assistant
United States Air Force
02.2019 - 12.2020
Special Missions Aviator
United States Air Force
11.2016 - 01.2019
Airfield Operations Specialist
United States Air Force
10.2012 - 11.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Technology
University of Northwestern Ohio
Associate of Applied Science - High Performance Automotive
University of Northwestern Ohio