TIMOTHY J. SCHERRER
Long Beach, CA 90806
*********@*****.*** – 310-***-****
I am seeking a career opportunity in which my knowledge, passion, and professional-level skill-set as a Journeyman
Mechanical Technician can be utilized as well as built upon to achieve career oriented success. Even among the most
complex modern technology, I take pride in my keen sense of mechanical operation, asserted perfectionism, and the
ability to quickly diagnose a problem and expedite repairs/solutions. With a long list of certifications and achievements
alongside an extensive history, I am confident that I would make for a significant company asset.
PROFESSIONAL HISTORY
Feb 2010 - American Airlines Inc. of LAX Airport - Westchester, CA
Present Full-time G.S.E. Maintenance Specialist and Avionics Technician responsible for all aircraft/runway support
machinery and vehicles. Standard duties required an elaborate understanding of a variety of
sophisticated mechanisms, operation of heavy machinery, regular radio communication, and the
ability to diffuse urgent problems under high pressure.
May ’04- International Union of Operating Engineers - Bridgeton, MO
Jan ’10 On-site Journeyman Mechanical Technician providing services for companies such as Fabick CAT,
Sunbelt Equipment Rentals, and Roland Machinery Inc. Utilizing my knowledge and expertise in operations and
repairing of Industrial Heavy Equipment. Duties included on-site/ road maintenance, as well as
in a shop/ team type environment, which required extensive training as well as mandatory update
or modification programs and factory certifications to accomplish service tasks properly.
Feb ‘02 - Bobcat of St. Louis – Valley Park, MO
Sep ’05 Full-time Lead Technician and Specialist responsible for warranty claims, testing product durability. Managed
parts inventory and a direct representative for engineers of Fargo, ND distribution factory
(Central manufacturing plant and Industrial HQ).
Feb ’96 - T.W.A. at Lambert Field/STL International Airport- St. Louis, MO
Jan ’02 Full-time G.S.E Maintenance Specialist and Avionics Technician with emphasis on aircraft electrical and radio
systems. Analysis of technical schematics, diagnostics/repairs, and maintenance of ground-
runway support vessels were included in daily routine.
SKILLS & CERTIFICATIONS
F.A.A. / F.C.C. License (pt 1,3, and 8 with Radar Endorsement). SIDA Clearance to work on Airfield Operations Area at
LAX. Air Bus standards of wiring and modifications. Certified with J.L.G Lifts, Genie Lifts, CAT, and Komatsu
(Excavators, Earth Movers, Dozers, Backhoes, and Wheel Loaders). Bobcat Master Technician. Charlotte electric systems
for aircraft support equipment certified. Treppel Aircraft Pushback Equipment and Support Loaders. Certified to
administer emergency C.P.R. Certified to handle Electrical Arc Safety Training for electrical systems over 50 volts.
EDUCATION
Ranken Technical College of St. Louis – Associates Degree: Automotive Maintenance Engineering Technology (Class
’98)
REFERENCES (Additional references available upon request)
John Ruiz - Western Region V.P. of Transport Workers Union (LAX)
Harley Dawson - A.A. Hangar / Stores Clerk (LAX)
Michael Martin - Personal
Dave Morales - Personal