Travis Jorgensen
Summerfield,FL
Summary
Dynamic Tactical Aircraft Maintenance Specialist with the United States Air Force, skilled in complex problem-solving and team leadership. Achieved significant improvements in aircraft readiness through rigorous inspections and quality assurance procedures. Proven ability to train and develop staff, ensuring high performance and safety standards in fast-paced environments.
Talented Aircraft Maintenance Technician with team-player mentality and safety-driven approach. Knowledgeable about completing inspections, reading technical documentation and installing new systems.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Tactical Aircraft Maintenance Specialist
United States Air Force
07.2009 - 12.2018
- Obtained fuel and oil samples to check for contamination.
- Inspected airframes to detect wear and other defects.
- Diagnosed faults and developed resolution plans.
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
- Lubricated shafts, bearings, and gears to maintain optimal performance.
- Inspected all received aircraft parts to verify compliance with FAA regulations.
- Removed components such as landing gear, engines, and flight control.
- Analyzed engineering drawings and schematics to troubleshoot systems and diagnose solutions.
- Performed flight line AFE preflight and postflight requirements.
- Maintained, repaired and rebuilt aircraft structures and fuel, electrical, and oxygen systems.
- Evaluated individual aircraft components to identify and troubleshoot issues.
- Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance.
- Collaborated with crew chief to coordinate fitting and alignment of heavy parts.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on diverse aircraft engines, avionics and hydraulics.
- Read and interpreted aircraft documentation to determine repair feasibility and methods.
- Collaborated with colleagues in developing and refining maintenance procedures.
- Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, and mechanical flight controls.
- Recorded maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.
- Troubleshot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems and tested equipment following repairs.
- Assisted with aircraft and equipment transport and movement.
- Examined and tested aircraft parts, components and systems to verify airworthiness and functionality.
Production Supervisor
Rerhig Penn Logistics
03.2011 - 02.2014
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
- Prepared in advance for and addressed production problems, material deficits, equipment failures, and unavoidable delays.
- Achieved on-time shipments goal by empowering employees to continued success.
- Accomplished targets and met demand by assessing equipment performance, reviewing materials supplies, and organizing manpower.
- Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.
- Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
- Managed team of 15 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
- Coordinated project workflows for departments.
- Troubleshot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime.
Agricultural Field Worker
Cutler Cranberry Company
05.2001 - 09.2006
- Operated tractors, tractor-drawn machinery and self-propelled machinery to plow, harrow and fertilize soil.
- Weeded vegetable and herb gardens to provide healthy environment for plant growth.
- Used machetes and pruning shears to shear tree tops and limb tips, increasing limb health and improving overall shape.
- Applied organic growing practices to plant variety of heirloom herbs, vegetables and fruits.
- Irrigated farm soil and performed repairs and routine maintenance on pipes and pumps.
- Handled and moved various plants and produce using tractors and wheelbarrows.
- Operated and serviced farm machinery, implements and farm vehicles.
- Made minor adjustments and repairs to agricultural equipment.
- Assisted with maintenance and installation of irrigation equipment.
- Diagnosed and treated pest and disease problems in plants, shrubs and trees.
- Harvested fruits and vegetables and prepared for sale or shipping.
- Transported and loaded harvested items into delivery trucks.
- Planted, cultivated and harvested various types of trees, shrubs, and plants.
Education
Associate of Science - Tactical Air Frame
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL12-2011
High School Diploma -
Necedah Area School District
Necedah, WI06-2008
Skills
- Computer skills
- Structural repairs
- Safety procedures
- Reading technical manuals
- Aircraft service
- Quality assurance procedures
- Parts replacement
- Complex Problem-solving
- Staff development
- Workforce management
- Inventory management
- Disciplinary techniques
- Time management
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Clear communication
- Risk management
Accomplishments
Meritorious Unit Award,
Air Forces Meritorious Service Medal
National Defense Service Medal
Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
Air Force Service Ribbon
Air Force Longevity Award
Forklift Operator License
180 Hour Certification Leadership/Marketing
First Responder Training and CPR
SABC Instructor Certification
Languages
English
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Rerhig Penn Logistics
03.2011 - 02.2014
Tactical Aircraft Maintenance Specialist
United States Air Force
07.2009 - 12.2018
Agricultural Field Worker
Cutler Cranberry Company
05.2001 - 09.2006
Associate of Science - Tactical Air Frame
Community College of The Air Force
High School Diploma -
Necedah Area School District
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