CURTIS PORTER
WORK EXPERIENCE
Aviation Institute of Maintenance, Casselberry Florida October 2023 – June 2024
Aviation Maintenance Technician Program
HSR Constructor June 2019 - October 2023
Heavy Equipment Operator/Railroad Laborer
Operating and basic maintenance of heavy equipment including but not limited to- front end loaders, forklifts, and excavators. utilizing the equipment to build Railroad tracks, crossing panels, and switches.
Led various railroading projects, including distressing rail, switch and crossing installations. ensuring safety of the crew i led was the number one priority. I also handled all the paperwork that was involved in the projects.
Installation and Maintenance of all parts of the railroad track, including laying rails, ties, and spikes.
United States Coast Guard June 2017 – June 2019
D3 Fireman
I was a boat mechanic for the USCG – running preventive maintenance on boats for the coast guard, stationed in Fort Myers, FL. Oil changes, engine swaps.
CTS Electric June 2014 – June 2017
Commercial Electrician
Upon graduation from high school, I would assist my father with commercial, new construction electrical projects in Florida. Running conduit, pulling wire. Based out of Palm Bay, FL.
EDUCATION
Aviation Institute of Maintenance, Casselberry Florida
Aviation Maintenance Technician Program
June 2024 Completion
Completed 1,920 hours of FAA Part 147 (AMT) training.
Aviation Maintenance Skills
Conducted 100-hour FAA inspections of aircraft's airframe and powerplant, alongside a 147 instructor.
Skilled basic training on aircraft systems including assembly and disassembly, maintenance, modification, service, and repair of hydraulic / pneumatics systems, composites, sheet metal structures, NDT of metals, electrical and wiring systems, fuel system, props, and associated components,
Assembly, inspection, test, mechanical repairs, troubleshooting and install/removal of turbine engines,
Overhaul operation and installation of aircraft piston engines,
Read and interpret aircraft maintenance manuals, specifications, schematics, and technical publications,
Ability to document assigned maintenance performed on required forms,
Knowledge of hand tools, parts and materials used in the production of components, structures, and building methods,
Knowledge and practice of safety procedures, policies, and operations.
Practical Experience of Aircraft and Engines
Cessna 152, 172, 210, 310; Beechcraft Bonanza; Piper Seminole; King Air 90 landing gear; Allison 250; Pratt & Whitney PT-Lycoming IO-540; Lycoming O-235; Continental 470; Garrett GTP-3
SKILLS
Sheet Metal Fabrication
Rivets
Heavy Equipment Operation
Excavator
Roller
Commercial Electrical
New Construction
Railroad
CERTIFICATIONS
FAA Airframe- In Progress
Powerplant Certified