Jason G.

Experience

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  United States Air Force

  Jul 1991 - Jul 2011

  • Responsible to Squadron Commander for readiness posture of 511 team members in 10 diverse aircraft systems specialties supporting a fleet of 95 F-15E aircraft valued at $5.1 billion• Led team of 6 assistant managers; responsible for Security, Environmental, Safety, Occupational Health (ESOH), Government Travel Card (GTC), and Unit Deployment programs; managed 21 facilities, 19 vehicles/equipment valued at $170 million• Tracked personnel pre-deployment/post-deployment mobility, logistics, security, ancillary training, medical, and dental requirements using MS Excel databases and LOGMOD.• Managed squadron’s deployment reporting utilizing the Air Expeditionary Force Reporting Tool (ART) including Unit Type Code posturing and individual status updates.• Prepared and processed individuals for deployments/re-deployments to/from combat zones, exercises, and other locations based on U.S. Government, DoD, AF, COCOM, and any other applicable guidance. Show less • Supervised and led a diverse workforce comprised of 10 military and 4 civilian hydraulic systems instructors• Managed 55 apprentice and craftsman course classes of 10 students each annually • Instructed and evaluated apprentice students in the function, operation , inspection, repair, and troubleshooting of aircraft hydraulic systems, the use of forms, technical orders, and computer automated maintenance systems• Instructed and evaluated craftsman students in interpreting hydraulic and electrical system schematics, advanced troubleshooting methodology, aircraft inspections, and evaluating maintenance actions utilizing an analytical approach• Prepared, implemented, and revised master course control documents and associated student training materials• Maintained student training records, and counseled or mentored students thru academic or nonacademic issues• Performed additional duties as Safety Monitor and Technical Order Distribution Office Manager Show less • Troubleshot, removed, repaired, overhauled, inspected, adjusted, installed, and tested aircraft hydraulic and In-Flight Refueling (IFR) systems and components, including support equipment (SE)• Fabricated, inspected, and bench checked hose and tube assemblies; drained and flushed hydraulic systems• Applied knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical/electronic, and mechanical principles of aircraft hydraulic systems; concepts and application of maintenance directives; use and interpretation of schematic/wiring diagrams, blueprints, and technical orders to isolate system malfunctions• Established priorities for completion of maintenance tasks and provided assistance in solving maintenance, supply chain, and personnel problems• Documented inspections and maintenance actions utilizing equipment records and computer-based Maintenance Information Systems (MIS) applications• Evaluated requirements for quality deficiency reports, and recommended methods to improve equipment, performance, and maintenance procedures• Supervised and evaluated job performance, and provided training and task certification for skill level advancement of subordinate technicians• Operated and maintained shop equipment, and associated support vehicles, including support equipment (SE)• Handled, labeled, and disposed of hazardous materials and waste according to federal, state and local environmental standards• Traveled extensively worldwide on short and long-term assignments in support of training and real-world military operations• Triple threat force multiplier; earned journeyman qualifications as propulsion systems technician, and aircraft crew chief through cross-utilization (CUT) training program Show less

  • Unit Readiness Flight Chief (Division Manager)

    Aug 2007 - Jul 2011

  • Technical Training Instructor/Supervisor

    Jul 2003 - Aug 2007

  • Aircraft Hydraulic Systems Technician

    Jul 1991 - Jul 2003
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  Lift Solutions, Inc.

  Jul 2011 - Feb 2012

  Field Service Technician

  • Coordinated daily with clients, service dispatcher, and field service manager to establish operational priorities• Performed preventative maintenance and safety inspections, diagnosed and troubleshot malfunctions, determined repair actions and costs on various types of light and heavy industrial material handling equipment• Maintained company vehicle and on-hand parts inventory in compliance with company and client requirements

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  Dillon Brothers Harley-Davidson

  Feb 2012 - May 2013

  Driver - Sales/Service Departments

  • Communicated daily with clients, and sales or service managers to arrange pickup or delivery scheduling• Identified and corrected DOT non-compliance; created Driver Qualification Files, procured safety equipment• Ensured safe transport of valuable motorcycles or recreational vehicles between client residence and retail shop• Performed daily maintenance and safety inspections on assigned equipment to ensure DOT compliance

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  Werner Enterprises

  Jun 2013 - Sept 2013

  Commercial Driver / CDL-A

  • Worked directly with fleet manager, shippers, or receivers to transport freight throughout US and Canada• Maintained accurate driver logs and vehicle inspection reports utilizing computer or paper-based processes• Responsible for safe vehicle operation, proper freight loading and securement during Interstate transport• Performed daily maintenance and safety inspections on assigned equipment to ensure DOT compliance

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  Signature Flight Support

  Sept 2013 - Mar 2014

  Line Service Technician

  • Greeted/sent-off corporate and general aviation clients on daily arrivals and departures• Provided aircraft ground handling service, towing, and hangar support for various aircraft types• Performed daily safety and operational inspections of aircraft fueling trucks and equipment• Conducted fueling/de-fueling operations on wide variety of aircraft and fuel storage facilities

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  Schneider National

  Oct 2014 - Apr 2015

  Commercial Driver / CDL-A

  • Partnered daily with Driver Business Leader and clients to coordinate transport of goods throughout Midwest• Responsible for safe vehicle operation, proper loading, and securement of freight during interstate transport• Maintained accurate driver logs and vehicle inspection reports utilizing computer or paper-based processes• Performed daily maintenance and safety inspections on assigned equipment to ensure DOT compliance

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  PrimeFlight Aviation Services

  Sept 2015 - Feb 2016

  Ramp Supervisor (United Airlines - Omaha)

  • Established and communicated shift assignments for both full-time and part-time employees• Responsible for monitoring the safe and efficient operation of all airline ground support equipment• Ensured necessary ground equipment was available in the ramp area and bag room to support upcoming flights• Reported functional or mechanical ground support equipment discrepancies discovered during inspections• Coordinated between carriers to ensure cargo and baggage service facilitated on-time schedules for each carrier • Partnered with other supervisors and managers to coordinate activities with internal and external departments• Determined staffing level requirements; ensured disciplinary procedures were conducted in a fair, timely, and consistent manner; complied with and enforced attendance and tardiness standards• Read and interpreted aircraft weight and balance loading instructions, hazardous materials identification labels, aircraft loading manifest, and baggage routing tags; performed under pressure and within fixed time constraints • Complied with all current federal, state, municipal, airport authority, and carrier rules and regulations• Ensured teams were consistently briefed prior to each departure or arrival on safety and assigned positions• Performed safety audits and risk assessments to determine if, or where, any gaps existed in the daily operations Show less

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  Nebraska Department of Transportation

  Mar 2016 - Nov 2017

  Highway Maintenance Crew Chief

  • Supervised, trained, and led a crew of highway maintenance workers in all maintenance work activities following department specifications, standards and regulations such as: operation of all equipment, sign and guard rail repair, shoulder work, bridge work, landscaping, snow removal, storm damage, traffic control, emergency response, use of materials, preventative maintenance, servicing assigned equipment, personal safety and safe operation of equipment• Operated, serviced, and maintained trucks, rollers, front-end loaders, tractors, motor graders, asphalt distributors, chip spreaders, asphalt laydown machines, bridge repair equipment, etc., and tow-plows to perform snow and ice removal• Guided the work assignments of highway maintenance workers and assists the supervisory staff in the timely accomplishments of highway maintenance operations; filled in for maintenance supervisor in their absence• Aided the maintenance supervisor in personnel management; reported on the performance of crew members• Safely moved, loaded, and unloaded various equipment, materials, supplies and hazardous materials or objects from the roadway; spread and tamped surfacing materials• Maintained records and reports of daily operations, materials and resources used; utilized computer applications for time reporting, record keeping, documentation, reports, etc.• Attended training to maintain currency on procedures, equipment and materials Show less

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  PrimeFlight Aviation Services

  Nov 2017 - Oct 2018

  Ramp Operations Manager (United Airlines - Omaha)

  • Accountable to station and regional management; oversaw major airline account to ensure that the ramp operation met or exceeded client and customer expectations while ensuring the operation adhered to budget and profitability margins• Met regularly with FAA and TSA representatives, Omaha Airport Authority, and client airline leadership to communicate ramp service team performance successes or challenges, operational safety and security, ongoing training, and emergency operations • Managed quality, safety, and security of ramp operations; procured and maintained appropriate levels of supplies, support and personal protective equipment enabling ramp staff members to provide exemplary customer service• Conducted and participated in monthly Safety Committee meetings to report and discuss trends and determine actionable objectives to improve the station's overall safety culture and performance• Recruited and trained ramp team members; provided mentoring and consistent standards for all employees including corrective action plans when necessary up to, and including, termination• Received certifications as Ground Security Coordinator (GSC), and Ramp Service, De/Anti-Icing, and Brake Rider and Aircraft Towing/Pushback Trainer, and completed supervisory DOT drug and alcohol reasonable suspicion training ensuring the safety of employees and passengers• Planned, organized, and led staff during inclement weather events and emergencies; on call 24/7 ensuring operational continuity• Ensured the operation incurred minimal delays; when unavoidable provided a clear mitigation plan to customers Show less

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  Nebraska Department of Transportation

  May 2019 - Mar 2020

  • Operate heavy highway maintenance equipment and other light equipment to complete highway maintenance work and to perform snow removal operations during weather emergencies• Operate tractors with various attachments including disc, harrows, seeders, 15 foot mowers, sprayers and hand mowers to maintain highways and highway right of ways• Operate post drivers to install signs, fences, and guardrails, and other hand held power and manual tools• Perform manual labor for concrete and bituminous patching and sealing of cracks in highways and structures• Perform maintenance functions such as armor coating, blade patching, highway sign repair, and tree removal• Manually provide highway traffic control for construction and maintenance projects according to safety policies• Safely move, drag, lift, load, and unload various equipment, materials, supplies, and hazardous materials or objects from the roadway within weight restrictions; spread and tamp surfacing material• Complete routine and general maintenance and mechanical repair on equipment• Apply chemicals of selective and non-selective herbicides spray to highway right of way as required Show less • Temporarily performed duties as NDOT Construction Technician I; inspected contractors' work on construction projects including checking grades, and elevations, and collecting, recording measurements, and maintaining automated records• Read and interpreted construction plans and specifications to determine and verify that the work was being performed in conformance with the planned project schedule and budget, and NDOT standards • Performed measurements of project quantities using tape measure, wheels, and GPS survey equipment• Documented daily project activities; Material quantities, sampling requirements, and other construction related items with the use of computer record keeping software Show less

  • Highway Maintenance Worker/Senior

    Oct 2018 - Mar 2020

  • Construction Technician I/Inspector

    May 2019 - Oct 2019
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  Lindsay Corporation

  Mar 2020 - now

  Manage all aspects of fleet health and availability, project allocations, logistics coordination, and location tracking for all global Road Zipper™ rental fleet assets. Facilitate rental fleet life cycle management, upgrades and modernization, and new asset capital investment strategies for senior leadership. Coordinate and deliver custom-tailored training workshops for all new and existing permanent Road Zipper™ customers around the globe. Lead an elite team of strategically located specialists focused on saving lives and reducing emissions through installation and continuous operational support of Road Zipper™ systems around the globe.

  • Asset Readiness and Logistics Manager

    Sept 2024 - now

  • Field Support Manager

    Mar 2020 - Aug 2024