Dave FURTADO
Fresno
Summary
Dynamic Ground Support Equipment Mechanic with proven expertise woik excelling in equipment repair and maintenance. Recognized for enhancing operational safety through meticulous calibration checks and strategic problem-solving. A collaborative team player, skilled in training new technicians and optimizing equipment reliability, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations.
Experienced with ground support equipment maintenance, including hydraulic and diesel systems. Utilizes mechanical knowledge to ensure equipment reliability and operational efficiency. Strong understanding of troubleshooting techniques and preventive maintenance practices, ensuring minimal downtime and consistent performance.
Professional with robust experience in maintaining and repairing ground support equipment. Skilled in diagnostics, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance. Strong focus on teamwork and adaptability, ensuring reliability and efficiency in all operations. Known for technical competence and effective problem-solving, contributing to consistent operational success.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Ground Support Equipment Mechanic
Alaska Airlines
01.2024 - Current
- Collaborated closely with other mechanics to ensure timely completion of complex jobs while maintaining high-quality results.
- Increased operational safety with meticulous attention to detail when performing routine maintenance on various ground support equipment.
- Contributed to the success of the team by sharing knowledge and expertise regarding specific ground support equipment operations and maintenance procedures.
- Delivered consistent quality control checks on completed work before returning equipment to operational status.
- Exceeded expectations in completing jobs ahead of schedule without compromising quality or safety measures.
- Optimized performance of ground support equipment through regular calibration checks, adjustments, or replacement of worn components as needed.
- Troubleshot hydraulic systems for improved functionality within tight deadlines.
- Boosted productivity levels by training new employees on the proper use of tools, diagnostic techniques, and repair procedures for ground support equipment.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to OSHA standards and company guidelines during all tasks performed.
- Promoted workplace safety through frequent safety meetings addressing best practices in risk prevention.
Ground Support Equipment Technician
G2
01.2023 - Current
- Troubleshot equipment failures and remedied problems to restore functionality.
- Maintained documentation of equipment maintenance tasks, new installations, and repair procedures.
- Evaluated facilities equipment and interpreted data.
- Assembled, tested, and maintained company equipment [Number] pieces of equipment on weekly basis.
- Performed frequent inspections of company equipment and corrected malfunctioning equipment.
- Expedited troubleshooting processes through effective use of diagnostic tools and expert knowledge of equipment systems.
- Maximized equipment reliability through preventative maintenance programs, minimizing unexpected failures.
- Enhanced aircraft safety by performing thorough inspections and maintenance on ground support equipment.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Envoy Airlines
01.1992 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance tasks performed, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations.
- Removed components such as landing gear, engines, and flight control.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
- Enhanced aircraft safety by performing thorough maintenance inspections and identifying potential issues.
- Assisted in training new technicians, sharing knowledge and expertise to ensure high-quality workmanship.
- Collaborated with other technicians to complete complex repairs and improve team efficiency.
- Evaluated individual aircraft components to identify and troubleshoot issues.
- Inspected airframes to detect wear and other defects.
- Inspected all received aircraft parts to verify compliance with FAA regulations.
Education
Associate of Science -
Fresno City College
Fresno, CA02-2021
High School Diploma -
Arcata High School
Arcata05-1991
Skills
- Equipment Repair and Upkeep
- Hydraulic System Diagnostics
- Equipment Maintenance
- Precision Calibration Checks
- Product Quality Oversight
- Safety Evaluation
- Documentation Oversight
- Technical training
- Problem solving
- Strategic Time Prioritization
Timeline
Ground Support Equipment Mechanic
Alaska Airlines
01.2024 - Current
Ground Support Equipment Technician
G2
01.2023 - Current
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Envoy Airlines
01.1992 - Current
Associate of Science -
Fresno City College
High School Diploma -
Arcata High School
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