William Sockman
Rose Hill
Summary
Experienced painter with focus on precision and surface preparation. Strong expertise in applying various coatings, paint mixing, and ensuring high quality finishes. Known for collaboration, adaptability, and delivering consistent results. Reliable team player with excellent hand eye coordination and attention to detail.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Skills
- Professional demeanor
- Surface preparation
- Reliability
- HVLP Spray equipment operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Hand tool proficiency
- Aviation safety regulations
- Protective coating application
Work History
Maintenance Technician
The Soggy Dog Grooming
Rose Hill, KS
03.2022 - Current
- Used problem-solving skills to fix issues efficiently with no supervision.
- Handled plumbing repairs as well as more complex that required collaboration with licensed professionals.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
- Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
- Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
- Installed and maintained plumbing and HVAC systems.
Aircraft Painter
3p Processing
Wichita, KS
01.2017 - 02.2022
- Inspected finished work for defects, ensuring all specifications met regulatory standards before delivery.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced waste and increased overall efficiency in painting operations.
- Completed detailed documentation of completed work orders for accurate record-keeping purposes as required per company policy or regulatory guidelines.
- Determined paint flow, viscosity and coating quality using visual inspections and viscometers.
- Removed surface imperfections, applied special undercoats, and sealed seams to ready surfaces for paint application.
- Delivered high-quality finishes by applying multiple layers of topcoat while adhering to strict drying time guidelines between coats.
- Applied various types of coatings using spray guns and other specialized equipment for aircraft finishes.
- Complied with all company procedures, FAA regulations, and environmental guidelines throughout the entire painting process to ensure safety standards were upheld.
Aircraft Painter
Metal Finishing Company
Wichita, KS
04.2011 - 12.2016
- Prepared surfaces for painting by sanding, cleaning, and masking to ensure optimal adhesion.
- Applied various types of coatings using spray guns and other specialized equipment for aircraft finishes.
- Monitored paint viscosity and environmental conditions to maintain quality standards during application.
- Collaborated with team members to develop efficient workflow processes, enhancing productivity and reducing downtime.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols, equipment usage, and painting techniques to uphold operational excellence.
- Complied with all company procedures, FAA regulations, and environmental guidelines throughout the entire painting process to ensure safety standards were upheld.
Warehouse Manager
MMS A Medical Supply Company
Wichita, KS
01.2002 - 03.2011
- Oversaw daily warehouse operations, ensuring efficient inventory management and order fulfillment.
- Trained and mentored staff on safety protocols, equipment usage, and best practices in warehouse management.
- Coordinated logistics efforts to optimize shipping schedules and minimize delays in product delivery.
- Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
- Performed basic plumbing and electrical repair of restroom, breakroom and office space.
Maintenance Technician
Longfellow Apartments
Wichita, KS
10.1998 - 12.2001
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on facility equipment, ensuring optimal functionality.
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with no supervision.
- Performed plumbing repairs, including leak fixes, drain cleaning, and fixture installations.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
- Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
- Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
- Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
- Installed and maintained plumbing and HVAC systems.
United States Marine Corps
Department of Navy
MCAS Cherry Point, New Bern NC
09.1990 - 09.1994
- Oversee maintenance and repair of aviation jet engines, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Conduct thorough inspections of jet engines, documenting findings for compliance audits.
- Built and repaired engines for C-130 transport and V-22 Ospery aircraft.
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
- Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance.
- Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, engine bleed air plumbing and mechanical flight controls.
Education
Graduate Certificate -
National Aviation Academy
Clearwater, FL07-1996
Graduate Certificate -
Sunstate Propeller Inc.
Tampa, FL05-1996
Graduate Certificate - Powerplant And Airframe Technician
Naval Air Technical Training Center
Millington, TN03-1991
High School Diploma -
Clearwater High School
Clearwater, FL06-1990
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
The Soggy Dog Grooming
03.2022 - Current
Aircraft Painter
3p Processing
01.2017 - 02.2022
Aircraft Painter
Metal Finishing Company
04.2011 - 12.2016
Warehouse Manager
MMS A Medical Supply Company
01.2002 - 03.2011
Maintenance Technician
Longfellow Apartments
10.1998 - 12.2001
United States Marine Corps
Department of Navy
09.1990 - 09.1994
Graduate Certificate -
National Aviation Academy
Graduate Certificate -
Sunstate Propeller Inc.
Graduate Certificate - Powerplant And Airframe Technician
Naval Air Technical Training Center
High School Diploma -
Clearwater High School