Zachary Ford
Clovis,NM
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
Clovis, NM
09.2018 - Current
- Provides expertise in maintaining, servicing, and inspecting aircraft and aerospace SE.
- Performing aircraft system adjustments, alignments, riggings, calibrations, engine run-up, weight and balance tasks as well as jacking, towing and servicing of aircraft.
- Inspects and manages both powered and non-powered aerospace ground equipment. Identifies and addresses aircraft corrosion to prevent and repair damage. Evaluates maintenance forms, aircraft records, and reports to guarantee comprehensive documentation.
- Performs production supervisor, flight chief, expediter, crew chief, aero repair, support, and maintenance functions. Coordinates maintenance plans to meet operational commitments. Supervises and assists in launching and recovering aircraft. Reviews maintenance data collection summaries to determine trends and production effectiveness. Performs staff and supervisory management functions.
Warehouse Supervisor
Tailgate Pros
Richmond, VA
01.2017 - 06.2018
- Identified process improvement opportunities within the warehouse environment.
- Developed weekly schedules for warehouse employees.
- Hired, trained and motivated warehouse staff to meet tight schedules and demanding performance targets.
- Monitored warehouse operations to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
- Facilitated team meetings to communicate goals, updates, and solicit feedback for continuous improvement.
Construction Worker
George Nice & Sons
Toano, VA
07.2016 - 01.2017
- Prepared construction sites by using heavy equipment and tools to level the land for building structures or roadways.
- Collaborated with team members to complete assigned tasks and meet tight deadlines.
- Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
- Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
- Operated various power tools such as drills and saws safely while following manufacturer's instructions.
Gymnastics Coach
Virginia Elite Gymnastics Academy
New Kent, VA
05.2014 - 06.2016
- Stayed up to date on current safety protocols as well as current USAG standards and policies.
- Assisted and coached children from ages 2-14 in safe skill development and strength building for the
sport of Gymnastics - Facilitated private lessons by request of parents in order to help children improve and reach their
personal goal. - Wrote in-depth progress reports for every single child I coached in order to give them and their
guardians more detail into the areas of skill that need improvement as well as the areas of skill the child
was exceling in - Frequently facilitated gym events, birthday parties, and summer camp.
- Coached recreational classes and competitive level gymnastics teams
Education
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
University of South Carolina Upstate
Spartanburg, SC05-2027
Associate of Applied Science - Applied Science
University of Arizona Global
Chandler, AZ04-2024
Skills
- Diagnosing problems
- Installing components
- Inspecting systems
- Interpreting technical documentation
- Troubleshooting issues
- Operations Management
- Forklift Operations
- Quality Assurance
- Logistics
- Athlete Development
- Motivation and Encouragement
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Worksite preparation
Affiliations
- Fitness enthusiast that has a strong passion for a holistic approach to health and well-being
Physical Therapist Aid
- Shadowed a physical therapist for 9 months multiple times a week in a tactical setting
- Completed basic task in prepping members for exercise in rehabilitation
- Prepped area pre and post member receiving treatment from physical therapist
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
09.2018 - Current
Warehouse Supervisor
Tailgate Pros
01.2017 - 06.2018
Construction Worker
George Nice & Sons
07.2016 - 01.2017
Gymnastics Coach
Virginia Elite Gymnastics Academy
05.2014 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
University of South Carolina Upstate
Associate of Applied Science - Applied Science
University of Arizona Global
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