Trent Pottle
Orlando,United States
Summary
Dynamic Aircraft Maintenance Manager with extensive experience at Frontier Airlines, excelling in A/C troubleshooting and personnel management. Proven track record in implementing corrective actions and developing departmental policies, enhancing operational efficiency. Adept at fostering team collaboration and ensuring FAA compliance, consistently achieving on-time departures and high safety standards.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor
Frontier Airlines
Orlando, United States
05.2023 - Current
- Supervised maintenance activities performed by Frontier personnel on company and contract aircraft.
- Provided timely, accurate updates regarding aircraft status to relevant stakeholders.
- Established job standards and assessed personnel productivity, safety practices, and workmanship.
- Reviewed maintenance performance and implemented corrective actions as needed.
- Contributed to the development of departmental policies to enhance operational efficiency.
Aircraft Maintenance Line Lead
Alaska Airlines
Seattle, United States
08.2013 - 05.2023
- Worked at Line, Hangar Line & Engine build up shop lead.
- Assures Compliance with all applicable polices set forth in Alaska Airlines Technical Operations Handbook.
- Works closely with fellow Supervisors and Leadership to achieve Department metrics and objectives.
- Provides friendly service to and maintains positive relationships with all internal and external Customers.
- Monitors the progress of each aircraft and takes necessary action to assure on-time departures.
- Coordinates aircraft maintenance requirements with all pertinent Company Departments, specifically through Maintenance Control, to advise the current maintenance status of the aircraft.
- Assures all work performed during the assigned shift is in accordance with approved Maintenance procedures.
Corrections Officer
Department of Corrections
Bushnell, United States
08.2010 - 03.2012
- Use weapons, handcuffs, and physical force to maintain discipline and order among prisoners.
- Monitor conduct of prisoners in housing unit, or during work or recreational activities, according to established policies, regulations, and procedures, to prevent escape or violence.
- Ensured compliance with established policies and regulations in all interactions with prisoners.
- Maintained order in recreational settings by observing and addressing inappropriate behavior.
Custom Protections Officer
G4S
Tampa, United States
05.2010 - 08.2010
- Monitor and authorize entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons to guard against theft and maintain security of premises.
- Circulate among visitors, patrons, or employees to preserve order and protect property.
Team Leader
Fluid Routing Solutions
Ocala, United States
09.1998 - 11.2008
- Direct and coordinate the activities of employees engaged in the production or processing of goods, such as inspectors, machine setters, and fabricators.
- Plan and establish work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to meet production goals.
Aircraft Maintenance
United States Air Force
Little Rock, United States
09.1993 - 09.1997
- Read and interpret maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and other specifications to determine the feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
- Maintain, repair, and rebuild aircraft structures, functional components, and parts such as wings and fuselage, rigging, hydraulic units, oxygen systems, fuel systems, electrical systems, gaskets, and seals.
- Inspect completed work to certify that maintenance meets standards and that aircraft are ready for operation.
Education
Occupational Associates Degree - Aviation Maintenance
National Aviation Academy
Clearwater, Florida, United States01.2013
Corrections -
Pasco-Hernando Community College
Dade City, Florida, United States01.2011
Law Enforcement -
College of Central FLORIDA
Ocala, Florida, United States09.2009
Skills
- A/C troubleshooting
- Engine rebuilding
- Corrective action implementation
- Departmental policy development
- Parts ordering
- Problem solving
- Team building
- Attention to detail
- Landing gear systems
- Hydraulic systems
- Powerplant systems
- Aircraft systems
- Pneumatic systems
- Maintenance planning
- Fuel systems
- Personnel management
- Aircraft inspections
- FAA compliance
Military Experience
United States Air Force, Little Rock, AR, Aircraft Maintenance, 09/01/93, 09/01/97, Read and interpret maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and other specifications to determine the feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components., Maintain, repair, and rebuild aircraft structures, functional components, and parts such as wings and fuselage, rigging, hydraulic units, oxygen systems, fuel systems, electrical systems, gaskets, and seals., Inspect completed work to certify that maintenance meets standards and that aircraft are ready for operation.
Certifications And Awards
- FAA Airframe & Powerplant License, 3685575
- 120 Hr General Familiarization Course on Airbus A318, A319, A320, A321
- Air Force Training Ribbon
- Air Force Outstanding Unit Award
- Air Force Longevity Award
- National Defense Service Medal
- CPR Certification
- 80 Hr General Familiarization Course on Boeing 737-400, NG & Max
- Boeing 737400, NG & Max Engine Run & Taxi Qualified
- Airbus 319,320,321 Engine Run & Taxi Qualified
Timeline
Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor
Frontier Airlines
05.2023 - Current
Aircraft Maintenance Line Lead
Alaska Airlines
08.2013 - 05.2023
Corrections Officer
Department of Corrections
08.2010 - 03.2012
Custom Protections Officer
G4S
05.2010 - 08.2010
Team Leader
Fluid Routing Solutions
09.1998 - 11.2008
Aircraft Maintenance
United States Air Force
09.1993 - 09.1997
Occupational Associates Degree - Aviation Maintenance
National Aviation Academy
Corrections -
Pasco-Hernando Community College
Law Enforcement -
College of Central FLORIDA