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William Shoenfelt

West Grove,PA

Summary

Over the past two and a half years i have learned so much as an aviation mechanic apprentice. I had chosen to take the route of the on the job experience. In the last 2years and 9 months i;ve done little over 15 months of power plant and little over 15 month's of airframe time. The airport has an active flight school that requires the planes in the fleet to have a 50hr oil change and a 100 hr inspection. I've assisted in many 50hr oil changes and 100 hrs inspections. With the A&P looking over verifying the work performed.

The 15 months of airframe time I've assisted in fuselage checks and inspections. I have learned what to look for when inspecting and checking for 100HR inspections and for annuals. The airframe inspections I've been looking for anything that might or is going to be causing a problem with the plane flying,taxiing, or just simply moving in and out of the hanger or hangers. I've assisted in checking for rust or corrosion in the wings and how to stop and treat the wings by scuffing and spraying ACF-15,Anticorrosion on the spot as needed. I've assisted in removing and replacing a couple wings and adjusting ailerons and adjusting the trims the elevators. I've assisted in removing and replacing fuel tanks and how to use a sticky patch to seal and stop leaking rivets. There were many brake linings that were past if not down to the rivets holding the linings in. I've assisted and learned how to replace them.

The 15 months of power plant time I've assisted in multiple engine removals and replacements. New Garden maintenance shop dose not do allot of rebuilding but dose do engine removals and replacements when needed. I've completed compression checks to check the differential pressure of the cylinders out of 80PSI and verify that the cylinders and engine are with in specifications with the Engine malefactors limits. I've assisted in replacing carburetors and idle adjustments and adjusted mixture, throttle, carb heat linkages and lines. I have been learning and performing routine maintenance like cleaning and inspecting fuel inlet screens, cleaning and inspecting Gascolator, removing fuel injectors and cleaning them with an ultrasonic cleaner. I have been learning and performing routine maintenance like cleaning and inspecting fuel inlet screens, cleaning and inspecting Gascolator, removing fuel injectors and cleaning them with an ultrasonic cleaner. I've removed and inspected spark plugs using a champion spark plug tester and cleaner, then checked the resistance in the plugs and then replaced the bad ones and torqued the plugs down on the engine to the malefactors specifications. I've assisted and magneto replacements, timing, adjusting. I've performed with the A&P oil samples and oil filter inspections and what to look for using an magnet and checking the fins of the filters

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Airport Lineman

New Garden Flying Field
01.2012 - 03.2017
  • Assisted in training new Airport Linemen, sharing knowledge and expertise to improve team performance.
  • Ensured compliance with federal regulations by adhering to strict safety guidelines during all tasks.
  • Performed routine refueling on airport trucks and equipment and aircraft.
  • Operated heavy equipment to move snow,rocks,stones and dead deer off the runways and taxi ways.
  • Helped Aircraft owners and flight school renters move aircraft and push back into hangers and tie downs

Aircraft Maintenance Apprentice

New Garden Flying Field
03.2021 - Current

Assisted in aircraft maintenance tasks, ensuring timely completion of projects and adherence to industry standards.

  • Gained hands-on experience with specialized tools and equipment, enhancing overall technical skills and proficiency.
  • Assisted in inventory management efforts, ensuring availability of necessary parts for timely completion of maintenance tasks.
  • Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
  • Assisted in removal of components such as landing gear, engines, and flight control.
  • Lubricated, bearings, and gears to maintain optimal performance.
  • Inspected all received aircraft parts to verify compliance with FAA regulations.

Automotive Technician

Country Dodge Jeep Ram
02.2017 - 03.2021
  • Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough diagnostic tests and repairing or replacing faulty components.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate repair estimates for various automotive issues.
  • Increased workshop efficiency by effectively organizing tools, equipment, and workspace for easy access during repairs.
  • Reduced vehicle downtime with meticulous preventative maintenance services, extending the life of customers'' vehicles.
  • Performed emissions tests according to standard procedures.
  • Explained estimates and determined repair timelines to manage customer expectations.
  • Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
  • Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
  • Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
  • Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
  • Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
  • Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
  • Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
  • Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
  • Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
  • Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.
  • Performed safety and emissions inspections.
  • Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.

Education

Automotive Training Center
Exton, PA
02.2017

Autobody Technology

Delaware County Community College
West Grove, PA
02.2015

High School Diploma -

Avon Grove High School
West Grove, PA
02.2015

Skills

  • Attention to Detail
  • Multitasking
  • Problem Solving
  • Relationship Building
  • Preventive Maintenance Services
  • Rebuilding Engines
  • Technical Troubleshooting
  • Engine Maintenance
  • Aviation Regulations Compliance
  • Continuous Learning

Affiliations

  • racing
  • building model airplanes
  • working with engines or learning more about them

Certification

When working in automotive felid i obtained PA Emission and Inspection license for cars and trucks.

Timeline

Aircraft Maintenance Apprentice

New Garden Flying Field
03.2021 - Current

Automotive Technician

Country Dodge Jeep Ram
02.2017 - 03.2021

Airport Lineman

New Garden Flying Field
01.2012 - 03.2017

Automotive Training Center

Autobody Technology

Delaware County Community College

High School Diploma -

Avon Grove High School
William Shoenfelt