Michael Couch

Experience

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  Rhoades Aviation

  Aug 1999 - May 2000

  Aircraft Mechanic

  Inspected and Serviced aircraft operating under FAR Part 135 and Part 121 regulations. While based at company facility I performed routine service and inspection items in an effort to maintain an airworthy fleet to support company charter contracts. I Travelled extensively to support company aircraft at away stations around the country. I Performed various line maintenance items as well as major engine repairs and engine changes in the field. Aircraft models included DC-3, Convair 240, 340, 440, 600, 640Gained experience in servicing and inspecting Pratt and Whitney R2800 and R1830 radial engines.Also assisted in maintaining several aircraft in the light twin catagory including Cessna 310, 402, and 421 Show less

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  Duncan Aviation

  May 2000 - now

  Plans, designs, implements, schedules, delivers, coordinates and follows-up on technical training programs and employee development events, for assigned departments, in accordance with department and company goals, objectives, and company polices. Supports Leadership development and manages multiple projects and influences outcomes with customers and peers using advanced needs analysis, curriculum design and program evaluation skills. Coordinates record keeping related to employee training. Demonstrates ongoing self development, emotional intelligence and high degree of professionalism.Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, including Captivate 9. Also Adobe LiveCycle Designer, TechSmith Camtasia Studio, HTML and CSS Show less Performed inspections, servicing, and repairs of the most complicated nature on aircraft systems and components on a variety of airframes in a timely, clean, safe and professional manner with no rework, with a superior level of quality, craftsmanship, and efficiency. Made sound technical decisions as a technician and when functioning as Qualified Inspector (QI). Efficiently and effectively troubleshot, tested, and repaired the most complicated aircraft systems across a variety of airframes. Prepared various documents for record keeping purposes, as required by Company policy and FAA regulations, i.e. turnovers, removal sheets, personal training log, etc. Demonstrated proficiency of Duncan Aviation work order system, service plans, Tracker and outside maintenance tracking programs by completing accurate and timely discrepancies and corrective action statements, Service Bulletins and Airworthiness Directives (AD) Compliance statements, final inspection and closing of squawks, and closing of work orders. Willingly and effectively shared knowledge and capabilities with less experienced techncians through OJT to foster their development, ensured accurate work, and support of the team’s goals. Proficiently and consistently located and used the appropriate technical data to accomplish any and all tasks. In the absence of the lead mechanic, accepted ownerships of the work scope and established milestones relative to the successful and timely completion of these projects. Show less

  • Technical Training Coordinator

    Jul 2022 - now

  • Business Process Manager

    Jul 2018 - Jul 2022

  • Senior Professional Development Specialist

    Feb 2010 - Jul 2018

  • Airframe Mechanic

    May 2000 - Feb 2010