Experience

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  United states marine corps

  Aug 1996 - Aug 2001

  Sergeant (e-5) flight-line maintenance supervisor/qa inspector

  Under 49 U.S.C. 40102 (a) supervised the maintenance of a fleet of Bell AH-1W Cobra and UH-1N Huey helicopters while on deployment and during ship board operations. Provided hands on OJT training for new mechanics. Performed quality assurance inspections as a collateral duty inspector certifying aircraft was safe for flight for all flight sensitive maintenance actions. As plane captain would perform daily and turn around inspections, launch and receive aircraft, troubleshoot, replace components, and perform periodic maintenance inspections to include phase inspections. Show less

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  Triumph aviation services - naas division

  Aug 2003 - Apr 2004

  Kc-135/kc-10 fuel systems technician

  Performed fuel cell system inspections, removed and replaced fuel bladders, performed leak checks, on U.S. Air Force Midair Refuel KC-135/KC-10 aircraft. Performed inspections and maintenance in confined space environment’s.

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  Dyncorp international

  May 2004 - Nov 2004

  Ah-1z and uh-1y helicopter technician

  Worked as a A&P mechanic under 49 U.S.C. 40102 (a) on Bell AH-1Z Cobra and UH-1Y Huey during the research and development phase of implementing these aircraft into the Marine Corps fleet. Prepared aircraft for different flight characteristics to be evaluated by Bell Helicopter engineers. Worked with engineers to install test equipment such as strain gauges and change aircraft configuration’s based off computer-aided design software.

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  Keystone helicopter

  Nov 2004 - Nov 2005

  Helicopter technician

  Worked in aircraft completions under FAR part 145 on Sikorsky S76C+ and S-92 aircraft. Received customer aircraft from Sikorsky disassembled and configured to customer chosen specifications. Once completed would ensure aircraft and equipment operated in accordance with manufactures instructions. This would include flight testing and evaluation of installed equipment such as rescue hoists and flotation devices, as well as performed trouble shooting, track and balance, inspections, and maintenance on multiple aircraft configurations to include VIP, Search and Rescue and Utility aircraft. Show less

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  Phi inc

  Dec 2005 - May 2006

  International offshore oil helicopter technician

  Worked under FAR part 135 as individual contractor on Bell 206, 212, and 412 aircraft servicing the off shore oil platforms in Cabinda Africa. Performed daily airworthiness checks, periodic inspections, maintenance, track and balance, and component replacements.

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  Dyncorp international

  Jun 2006 - Oct 2006

  Team leader / helicopter technician

  As Team Leader, was responsible for managing assigned helicopter support team which consisted of a Mechanic, Pilot, Geographical Information System Specialist, and a United States Forest Service Air Attack Group Supervisor. Acted as liaison to the U.S. Forest Service representative and Fire Command Center. Performed maintenance under 49 U.S.C. 40102 (a) on Bell AH-1F Cobra, to include FLIR and avionics systems, and periodic inspections.

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  Era helicopters llc

  Oct 2006 - Jun 2007

  Offshore oil helicopter technician

  Worked under FAR part 135 as flight line A&P mechanic on Sikorsky S76, S61, and Augusta AW-139 aircraft. Responsible for all parts, maintenance, airworthiness, troubleshooting, scheduling of periodic maintenance inspections, and replacing life limited components.

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  Air methods

  Jun 2007 - Aug 2012

  Air medical helicopter technician

  Working under FAR part 135 as an on call mechanic on an EC135P2+ EMS helicopter. Responsible for all parts, maintenance, troubleshooting, scheduling periodic AAIP maintenance inspections and inputting data into Ramco Aviation Series 5 Suite Maintenance & Engineering/Maintenance Repair & Overhaul software.

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  Phi inc

  Aug 2012 - Dec 2013

  International air medical helicopter technician

  Working under FAR part 135 in Saudi Arabia, performing maintenance and inspections, on Bell 412EP EMS Helicopters, for Saudi Red Crescent. Responsible for evaluating and sending Bell Helicopter Vibration Monitor and Smart Cycle plus analysis data out for trending. As an expat observed cultural sensitivity and awareness while working together with Saudi nationals to serve as a lifesaving platform. Worked in the Gulf of Mexico on Sikorsky S92 helicopters.

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  Air methods

  Jan 2014 - now

  - Responsible for providing leadership and overseeing day-to-day operations of bases within a designated area in the region.- Coordinates clinical, aviation, and maintenance services to optimize operational efficiency, safety, and financial targets.- Ensures each base is adequately staffed and achieves maximum in-service availability.- Serves as an advocate for safety and quality operations.- Essential functions and responsibilities include: - Taking full accountability for the daily operations of bases, ensuring they are operational, safe, and provide positive customer experiences. - Demonstrating consistent leadership to cultivate an optimal and engaged culture at the local base level, aligned with our core values and mission. - Maintaining regular communication with base staff to reinforce efficient base operations, clarify job responsibilities, and set performance expectations. - Driving Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to maximize profitability. Show less Periodically act as Program Maintenance Manager, overseeing maintenance activities and personnel. Created and implemented a maintenance training plan to satisfy EPA requirements saving the company $1.5 million in fines. Act as liaison to Bayfront Medical Center, All Children’s, and St. Josephs Hospitals for all helicopter operation safety issues. Created a maintenance tracking program for customer owned aviation equipment. Work with employees on the implementation, conduct and integration of the Safety Management System. Assist the Safety Department in tracking, trending, and mitigating flight, operational safety and OHSA risks. Educating personnel on hazard reporting systems, field audit tracking and measurement, and incident investigation and reporting. Show less

  • Area Manager

    Jan 2020 - now

  • A&P IA Helicopter Technician/Field Safety Representative/Safety Coordinator

    Jan 2014 - Jan 2020