Bruce Riley
Calgary,Canada
Summary
Versatile Aircraft Maintenance Engineer with a proven track record at North Star Air, adept in project management and preventive maintenance planning. Demonstrates a continuous learning attitude, excelling in troubleshooting and problem-solving. Enhanced operational efficiency and safety, significantly reducing downtime. Skilled in technical documentation and mentoring teams towards achieving excellence.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
North Star Air
Thompson, MB
05.2022 - Current
- Base Engineer at Thompson, MB base. Run the maintenance side of things at MB base. Assign jobs, and guide apprentices.
- Experience in making impactful decisions on a frequent basis in regard to flight and maintenance operations.
- Schedule maintenance for aircraft fleet to ensure the least amount of down time.
- Work with Ops to have a smoothly flowing flight schedule.
- Travel to troubleshoot and repair aircraft in AOG situations in northern communities.
- ATR practical trainer for AMEs getting their ACAs.
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
Kenn Borek Air
Calgary, AB
07.2021 - 05.2022
- Traveling AME, accounted for maintaining aircraft to meet operational demands.
- Full season in Antarctica with the DC-3T.
- Troubleshooting in some of the harshest environments on Earth.
- Working with pilots and customers to optimize aircraft efficiency and maintenance downtime for each individual contract.
Head Women’s Soccer Coach
Canadore College
North Bay, ON
06.2018 - 07.2021
- Monitored the safety of training, individual exercises, and equipment usage to avoid sports injuries and damage to the facility.
- Improved team behavior by modeling correct actions and instilling discipline.
- Oversaw rigorous practice sessions to enhance individual skills and team gameplay.
- Supervised the academic progress of student-athletes and arranged tutoring for those with failing grades.
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
Voyageur Aviation
North Bay, ON
05.2017 - 07.2021
- Lead hand in projects, supervised, offered guidance for aircraft and equipment problems, and reported back to the project supervisor.
- Read and interpreted technical documentation, federal statements, and equipment schematics.
- Checked aircraft safety, compliance with flight regulations, and company requirements.
Marine Diesel Mechanic
GESS
Trinidad and Tobago
06.2011 - 09.2013
- Completed preventative maintenance on engines, transmissions, and other boat systems.
- Reviewed repairs with customers, and advocated for safety.
- Evaluated all vehicle systems to assess function and uncover defects.
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education
Advanced Diploma - Aircraft Maintenance and Avionics
Canadore College of Applied Arts and Technology
North Bay, ON06.2016
High School Diploma -
Maple Leaf International School
Trinidad and Tobago06.2013
Skills
- Project management abilities
- Cost estimation
- Preventive maintenance planning
- Continuous learning attitude
- Technical documentation
- Troubleshooting
- Problem-solving capacity
Volunteer Positions
- Health and Safety Committee Representative, Voyageur Aviation
- Safety Committee Representative, North Star Air
Endorsements
- Q400 Type Course
- ATR 42/72 Type Course
- DC-3T Type Course
- PW100 Borescope Inspection Course
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
North Star Air
05.2022 - Current
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
Kenn Borek Air
07.2021 - 05.2022
Head Women’s Soccer Coach
Canadore College
06.2018 - 07.2021
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
Voyageur Aviation
05.2017 - 07.2021
Marine Diesel Mechanic
GESS
06.2011 - 09.2013
Advanced Diploma - Aircraft Maintenance and Avionics
Canadore College of Applied Arts and Technology
High School Diploma -
Maple Leaf International School
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