Maintenance Training

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David A. Klein

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Career Summary:

Highly motivated Technician with proven maintenance, repaire and testing

skills. Adept at inspecting, testing, assemblying, installing,

troubleshooting and repairing complex mechanical, electrical, electro-

mechanical and electronic systems. Proficiently interprets and utilizes

complex engineering drawings, diagrams, manuals, troubleshooting and

diagnostic procedures to maintain all systems and components at optimal

performance. Highly versatile; quickly masters new roles, responsibilities,

technologies and environments. Reputation for integrity, problem solving

abilities, work ethic and analytical skills. Consistently recognized for

outstanding performance.

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- Areas of Expertise -

Complex Wiring Schematics Operating Test Equipment Digital & Analog

Circuit-Level & Component-Level Diagnostics Soldering & De-Soldering

AC/DC Strategic Planning Process Improvement Reporting

Research & Analysis Project Management Verbal & Written Communications

Creative Problem Solving

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Professional Experience:

Flight Simulator Technician I April

2006 - May 2009

CAE, Inc. McChord AFB,

WA

. Maintained, troubleshot, calibrated, tested and repaired all systems of C-

130 aircraft flight simulator. Performed 200+ point inspections, upgrades

and daily system readiness tests. Troubleshot electronic and electrical

equipment to component level. Consistently delivered rapid service turn-

around times, met deadlines and maintained site productivity through

effective priority and task management. Result: Systematic inspections

and tests achieved 99% rate for equipment availability for training.

. Drew from mechanical, electronic, hydraulic and electrical systems

expertise to provide out-of-the-box solutions for unique maintenance

problems. Identified and resolved critical intermittent video failure -

one of toughest maintenance problems.

Result: Increased amount of unrestricted training time for U.S. Air

Force Pilots.

. Successfully coordinated schedule for 23 annual training sessions for

each member of eight-person team. Created personal training schedule for

each team member, tracked completion, maintained required records, and

reported to site manager.

. Completed scheduled and unscheduled daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly,

semi-annual and annual maintenance protocols and conducted

troubleshooting on host computers, servers, LAN/WAN data communication

system, visual systems, displays, electric control loading systems,

electric motion systems, computer network, and associated electronics.

Result: During three year tenure, achieved 99% compliance rate in six

government certifications performed by U.S. Air Force regulators.

. Performed advance fault isolation, analyzed, tested, troubleshot,

adjusted, calibrated and modified analog and digital circuits and

components. Calibrated, adjusted and repaired flight simulator compass,

altimeter and other parts of navigation system. Removed and replaced

faulty LRU(s), completed maintenance data collection records. Prepared

and installed conduit and wiring, adjusted detectors and time

controllers, performed hand soldering on weekly basis.

. Utilized diagnostic software for troubleshooting based on DOS, LINUX and

UNIX network platforms. Debuged routine software problems and implements,

installs and evaluated software fixes.

. Interpreted repair manuals, schematics, engineer drawings and diagnostic

codes. Maintained records database for site in accordance with ISO-9001

standards. Achievement: Recognized by CAE, Inc. and U.S. Air Force

inspectors for outstanding performance during United States Air Force

certification process.

Mobile Backup Technician July

1999 - May 2005

V.F. Warner & Associates, Inc. FT.

Lewis/International

. Independently managed company's service site. Successfully conducted full

system organizational support maintenance program for up to 24 FOX M93A1,

Nuclear Biological Chemical Reconnaissance System (NBCRS) vehicles valued

at $60 million. Result: Due to successful maintenance support program,

units achieved 99% equipment readiness rate.

. Trained and supervised 13 U.S. Army personnel in performance of

maintenance procedures. Developed and presented five annual training

courses on direct support maintenance procedures, and updates in existing

technical protocols. Reviewed technical manuals, and gave recommendations

for updates and changes.

. Steered multiple simultaneous technical projects, including assemblying,

testing and troubleshooting complex electro-mechancial and electronic

equipment, performing software and firmware installation and upgrades,

installing and integrating computer controlled devices such as mobile

mass spectrometer, conducting inspections, preventative maintenance,

rebuilding and overhauling electrical and mechanical systems.

. Repaired and calibrated electronic circuit cards, completed hand

soldering. Utilized a wide range of diagnostic equipment, power and hand

tools. Troubleshot and resolved issues for all vehicle systems including

mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and electronic components. Result:

Consistent 100% equipment readiness for military exercise/training by

U.S. Army.

. Oversaw budget of $300,000. Tracked equipment moves, effectively managed

inventory, maintained company credit account filing expence reports

weekly, shipping and receiving of parts, record keeping and all required

documentation in electronic format.

. Achievements: Executed award-winning NBCRS maintenance program for 12th

Chemical Company in Tikrit, Iraq. Recipient of multiple awards from U.S.

Army and Department of Defense for outstanding performance.

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Technical Inspector / Systems Mechanic Nov.

1994 - June 1999

ITT Federal Services International Corporation

Kuwait City, Kuwait

. Effectively executed over 3,500 service inspections to 100/200 point

checklist standards on a variety of track vehicles including M2A2, M3A2,

M113A2, M577A2, M109A2, M113A3 and M88A1.

. Result: Consistently achieved 100% compliance rate on U.S. Army quality

assurance inspections.

. Worked with a team of 12 technicians in the successful implementation of

a quality control program on all services. Supervised maintenance work,

established priorities, tracked task completion, provided training and

mentoring to personnel.

Result: Achieved and maintained 98% mission readiness rate for 140

combat vehicles.

. Conducted daily scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, repair, adjustment

and troubleshooting procedures. Diagnosed and repaired vehicle

electronics and electrical systems, replaced defective circuit cards and

repaired circuit boards on daily basis. Utilized multimeters, volt/ohm

meters and other test equipment as required. Documented inspection

results and made recommendations to improve service procedures.

. Result: Proposed change to equipment check out procedures resulted in

11.5% efficiency increase for each battalion level.

. Achievements: Successfully met and exceeded productivity targets by 40%

during intrinsic action issues/turn-ins. Consistently recognized out of

40 colleagues for outstanding contribution to company's mission in

support of U.S. Army operations.

Shop Foreman/Senior Turret Mechanic Jan.

1986 - Nov 1994

U.S. Army 2nd Battalion, 12th Infantry Ft.

Carson, CO

. Oversaw maintenance of 13 Bradley Fighting vehicles, two M113A2, one

M88A1, four M35A2, and four M998 vehicles.

. Supervised 8 U.S. Army mechanics, set up and monitored staff work

schedules, assigned tasks and priorities, evaluated performance to

increase proficiency.

. Scheduled regular and preventive maintenance. Conducted formal classroom

training in maintenance skills, provided hands on training and mentoring

of personnel. Interpreted complex electronic schematics, troubleshot

turret and missile faults, repaired wiring harnesses and cable systems.

Diagnosed component malfunctions utilizing technical manuals, multimeters

and STE-M1 FVS test equipment.

. Achievements: Held shop foreman position as E-5, while performing duties

of E-6 rank. Served as company motor sergeant, a job normally reserved

for Sergeant First Class. Recipient of Army Commendation Medal, Army

Achievement Medal (2nd Award), Army Good Conduct Medal (2nd Award),

National Defense Service Medal, Southwest Asia Service Medal (3rd Award),

Noncommissioned Officer's Professional Development Ribbon, Overseas

Service Ribbon, Kuwait Liberation Medal.

Professional Development:

Heavy Military Equipment Maintenance & Troubleshooting Course - Rheinmetall

Land Systems

Environmental Overview For Motorpools Course - ITT Federal Services

Hazardous Waste Operation/ Site Restoration Course - ITT Federal Services

Business Management Course - Central Texas College

Primary Leadership Development Course - Non-Commissioned Officer Academy

Automotive Diagnostics & Air-Conditioning Professional Certificate Program

- Phoenix Institute Of Technology

Technology Skills:

Proficient in LINUX, UNIX, Windows operating systems and MS Office

programs.

Equipment Skills/Certifications:

Experienced in operating oscilloscopes, volt/ohm meters, DVMs, light

meters, amp meters, multimeters, micrometers, signal generators, spectrum

analyzers, planar soldering, welding equipment, wide range of hand and

power tools, military forklift operator certification

Honors and Awards:

> Outstanding Performance during Simulator Certification Process performed

by U.S. Air Force, 2008

> Outstanding Service in Logistical Support, 12th Chemical Company, U.S.

Army, Tikrit, Iraq, 2005

> Certificate of Achievement, Defense Contract Management Agency,

Department of Defense, 2001

> Certificate of Appreciation for Outstanding Performance, ITT Industries,

1999

> Certificate of Achievement for Meritorious Service in support of U.S.

Army operations, ITT Industries issued by 2nd Battalion 68th Armor

regiment, U.S. Army, 1995

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Teaching and Training Experience:

Mass Spectrometer Operations Training on M93A1 FOX (1999-2005)

Symbols for Hydraulic Schematics Training (2003-2005)

Troubleshooting Using Hydraulics Schematics on M93A1 FOX (2003-2005)

Removing and Installing Power Pack (Engine & Transmission) on M93A1 FOX

(1999-2005)

Operating Meteorological Sensor System in Conjunction with Mass

Spectrometer (1999-2005)

Turn In Procedures (1995-1999)

Community Involvement:

Playground by the Sound, volunteer, 2009 - present

St. Charles Borromeo School, volunteer, 2007 - present

Paint Tacoma Beautiful, volunteer, 2005 - present

Veterans of Foreign Wars, member, 1995 - present

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