Journeyman Level Sheet Metal Mechanic

Donald C. Harrison

Work Experience

CCAD, Corpus Christi Army Depot (05/01/09-Present)-Safety Specialist

Corpus Christi, Texas United States

Supervisor: Roberto Ramos - 361-***-****; Contact: Yes

Pay Grade: WG - 3806 – 10

Salary: $26.83 per hour

Hours per week: 40 plus

Duties:

As a Safety Inspector for Hangar 43, I sustain the Voluntary Protection Program and monitor it to ensure that the day to day operations fall within Code of Federal Regulations, Positive Tool Control and Foreign Object Damage Regulations. In the parameters of these duties, I am a Close Confined Space Supervisor. Under regulations, I take atmospheric readings of the area using a VOC/OX reader. I then visually inspect and issue entry permits to areas that fall into the description of confined spaces. I assign personnel to monitor areas under permit to insure all safety aspects are covered at all times such as lock-out/ tag-out. Inventories of all required equipment are then done for the production at hand to insure current inspections and calibrations. Scheduling equipment for repairs and/or inspections is done daily. I also request instruction classes and medical clearance appointments. Conduct weekly inspection on all equipment in the hangar for proper function; from eye wash stations to aircraft work platforms. All repairs are routed to the perspective department for response. I currently have numerous beneficial suggestions into the Department of the Army for an Updated and Leaned out Standard Operating Procedures for the aircraft work platforms awaiting approval.

CCAD, Corpus Christi Army Depot (05/14/2007 – 05/01/09) – Journeyman Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic

Corpus Christi, Texas United States

Supervisor: Roberto Ramos - 361-***-****; Contact: Yes

Pay Grade: WG - 3806 – 10

Salary: $25.83 per hour

Hours per week: 40 plus

Duties:

I examined sheet metal structures of rotary wing aircraft including frames, stringers, bulkheads, stiffeners, spars, skins, and ribs in order to locate cracks, holes, bulges, dents, and loose, broken, or missing rivets. I determined repairs necessary to restore original strength to components, inclusive of type, number, and location of splices, kind and spacing of rivets, and necessary attached hardware such as fasteners, buttons, and brackets. I removed damaged skin and structures, installed replacements, and reinforced damaged or weakened skin on structural members, using supports and alignment jigs as necessary. I read and interpreted drawings to determine angles, dimensions, contours, and types of attaching hardware. I cut out buckled, corroded, split, and cracked skin areas. I selected thickness and type of patching material; cut and trim patch to size and drill holes; rivet in flush and surface patches. I made general sheet metal repairs, reinforcing, patching, and replacing defective parts. I modified stations, bulkheads, spars, frames, fuselages, and control surfaces. I installed extra clips and stringers, heavier gage skin, plates, and doublers. I make initial and subsequent installation of special equipment such as brackets, shelves, braces, stanchions, frames, racks, bulkheads, and other parts required in sheet metal modifications. I manufactured and installed new parts and replaced defective sheet metal parts on structures, fuselage, and control surfaces. I performed alignments using main and portable fixtures and tooling and drive shaft hangar bearing alignments on tail structures. I installed, removed, repaired metal window frames, clips, and other aircraft fittings; secure metal-to-metal by cementing, bonding riveting, bolting, and screwing in assembling multi-component parts. I cut, fitted, and trimmed glass panels, secured with rivets or screws. I repaired fiberglass. I installed and /or remove for repair a variety of honeycomb and bonded panels. I trimmed, cut, drilled, and aligned new panels to conform to original aircraft configuration. I reinstated reconditioned panels. I repaired surface defects on honeycomb panels. I used hand and power tools, I used punches, shears, drills, hammers dollies, rivet guns, saws, formers, brake, drill press, sanders, and routers. I read and followed written and oral instructions, blueprints and drawings. I am skilled in planning, layout and construction of items of combined straight and curved edges.

The UH-60 and UH-1N OH-58, I worked through lean processes of installing 308 beams as a time study. I have done all depot modifications, changes and upgrades. I have replaced frame and preformed engineered modifications and installations of the 247 frame to installation of left, right, fwd and aft transmission beams 34.5 channels to the install of the canted bulk head. I also installed door post modification including outer fitting for the triple S. Including installation of modification of the top deck and fire wall upgrade. I installed upper, left, right and lower tail cone plates (skins). Removed and installed shear deck and mod repair of access hole 605 frame. Removed and install of pilot floor and rail fittings. Removed and replaced vapor barriers as well as the complete rebuild of the lower transition section. I have installed engine drip pans. Cold worked Texas plate upper and lower at 379 frames and installed fasteners as well as the threshold plate and angles. As a senior journeyman level mechanic I assisted others in production and advised on any errors. I was a crew chief/work lead on multiple programs in which I was required to ensure that employees and production were moving forward. Coordinated maintenance with parts delivery; communicated with all personnel throughout the chain of command. All maintenance, repair and construction were completed through accompanied publications, blue prints, technical data sheets and engineering parameters. I am aggressive in the forward movement of these military aircrafts to insure the highest quality and fastest turn around time.

NADEP, North Island (06/15/2003 - 05/14/2007) - Journeyman Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic

San Diego, California United States

Supervisor: Mike Collins - 619-***-****; Contact: Yes

Pay Grade: WG - 3806 - 10

Salary: $22.78 per hour

Hours per week: 40 plus

Duties:

As a Senior Journeyman Sheet Metal Mechanic (WG-3806) and Work Leader (WL-3806) Sheet Metal Mechanic Leader, I worked on the following aircraft; CH-46, Ah-1, UH-1, A-1, F-18, CH-53’s and H-60’s. I was the Shop Relief when my Supervisor was absent. I have been the work lead for two different programs AH-1 tail boom shop as well as the CH-53 program. I provided assistance and training on technical matters to artisans and military personnel. I conducted quality of performance and endurance tests in the hydraulic flow metering area. Perform necessary rework insure proper operation in accordance with standards and technical specifications for aircraft hydraulic systems. I provide trouble-call and support assistance to flight/assembly line. As required, instructed military and other personnel in all phases of incumbent's assigned duties and responsibilities I determined and implemented methodical work processes to promote maintenance continuity on prototype programs to ensure a quality product. I gave detailed written and oral pass down to my supervisor on the aircraft progress and status on a daily basis. I also tracked Time and Attendance (TAA) and used MRPII to track hours with the use of company computers and have a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Office through the use of my home computer and my duties at NADEP. I attended Aircraft status meetings and held weekly standup and Safety meetings. Complied with, enforced and trained my fellow employees in all FOD Control, Tool Control, Hazardous Material Control, MSDS’S, Waste Prevention, Safety programs and proper PPE. I also complied with and enforced all EEO regulations and policies. I used technical publications, local engineering specs, local process specs, airframe changes, blueprints, diagrams, schematics and illustrated parts break down manual. I performed various tasks on the aircraft; disassembly, modifications, repairs, assembly and fabrication of structural parts. I worked on the development of the AH-1 tail boom program. This involved remaining precision and cold working holes, skins, cores, adhesives, primers, sealants, fillers, as well as bonding and repair techniques, mixing and application of numerous bonding agents and a variety of curing and drying processes such as autoclave, vacuum techniques and hot bonding fixtures such as brisk heat system as well as working closely with N.D.I. to ensure quality was put into every wing. While working AH-1 aircraft, I changed out canted bulkhead skins, doublers, longerons, ailerons and spar caps and webbing assemblies and reinforcement structures, which required installing a fixture for proper alignment. I laid out fabricated parts from templates. I designed form blocks from raw stock such as aluminum, titanium and stainless steal. While doing these tasks, I communicated on a daily basis with Engineers, IET’s and production control either verbally or through email. I evaluated and analyzed tasks assigned to me to ensure extra repairs were done as needed. I collaborated with E and E to insure proper documentation was in place so that the command was compensated for all extra work. I have traveled on field service to various sites to perform Mod and repairs on various aircraft. I have completed the Basic Fundamentals LEAN Airspeed Course and I am very eager to find ways to implement this concept. I am familiar with NAVICP, FIC, IIC, and Capability Codes. I have performed all aspects of sheet metal trade, which includes disassembly, modifications, repairs, assemblies, and fabrication of structural parts. I used technical publications, local engineering specs, local process specs, airframe changes, blue print, diagrams, schematics and illustrated parts breakdown manual. I worked on the development of the AH-1, UH-1 Tail Boom Modification Program. This involved reaming precision and cold working holes as well as working closely with NDI to ensure quality was put into the tail boom. I have extensive knowledge in metal working, dealing with titanium, stainless steel, aircraft aluminum and copper. I am very knowledgeable in the fabrication and bonding and application of Kevlar, fiberglass and honeycomb materials and other alloys manufacturing and repairs. Items produced are of multi-contour and are bent or formed to a variety of angles or regular/irregular curves with varying pitch or circumference. I laid out, fabricated from parts from templates. I designed form blocks from raw stock such as aluminum, titanium, stainless steel, copper, fiberglass, Kevlar, graphite and phenelic block I can apply the principles and techniques of radial-line development combined with parallel-line development. I safely used hand and powered tools such as hand drill, rivet gun, 15 ton NCR Whitney hydro punch press, hot dimpling machine, sheet metal roller, DO-ALL band saw, drill press, slotting dies, router, turret punch, strippit fabricator, power brakes, and other machines. I have a great knowledge of the uses of carbon and/or stainless steel.

MCAS, Camp Pendleton (05/2004 to 09/2004) – Aircraft Evaluator and Estimator

San Diego, California United States

Supervisor: Ron Triska – 858-***-****; Contact: Yes

Pay Grade: WD-3806-06

Salary: $25.83 per hour

Hours per week: 40 plus

Duties:

May of 2004 I was temporarily assigned to work with an Aircraft Examiner on the Multi-line. My duties included examination and evaluation of all phase work on H-53. I ensure proper utilization of government fund and that work performed is within the scope of the contract. I used the following management systems: NALCOMIS, MRP2, ADCS, CMPRO, MS Word and Excel. I determined levels of maintenance to be performed. I wrote detailed concise work instructions to production via work orders, wrote 3r’s to engineering, and interacted on a daily basis with PC, QA and Production. I researched on Haystack and Fed Log to verify parts availability and cost. I then determine if it is cost effective to repair or replace defective parts. I monitored multi-buy forms to ensure correct parts are ordered and proper SR&M codes are used and assembly production documents to ensure they are in accordance with the IMC specification. I audit Aircraft History Record and logbooks for errors and discrepancies. I communicate with the customer on a daily basis about the availability of parts. I use technical manuals, depot level manuals, LES’s, TEI’s, blue prints and engineering drawings to identify parts, limitations, processes and procedures. I work independently with little or no supervision. I have the ability to handle multiple assignments and work. I have extensive analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to achieve strategic objectives. I am a highly motivated self-starter, decision maker, dedicated professional and I am goal oriented. I review existing procedures for improvement and analyze accumulated data for reoccurring problems and trends. I have extensive knowledge of the IMC process for multiple aircraft series. I assisted in setting up standard operating procedures for the H-53 program. I have extensive knowledge in Microsoft Word and Excel. I use Microsoft Excel to create spreadsheet and charts. I attend daily production status meetings where I present information to my supervisor, DPM, shop personnel on parts issues and status of phase we are currently in.

Harrison Home Restoration (2005-2007)-Handyman

San Diego, Cal, US

Supervisor: Donald Harrison 1-619-***-****; Contact Yes

Salary: $35.00 per hour

Hours per week: 20 plus

Duties:

In this home based business I would be asked to do a multitude of tasks including, but not limited to creating, installing, modifying, recreating and repairing of all areas. I dealt with all man made materials and housing systems; electrical wiring, roofing, dry wall, sky lights, Stainless steel back splash, tile, window modification and installation, installed minor water/drain lines, toilets, bathtubs, framing of interior walls, just to name a few. I would be asked to do specialty items, repair of sculptures and creating a 50:1 miniature train.

Raytheon Aerospace (10/11/2002 - 06/15/2003) - Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic

San Diego, California United States

Supervisor: John B. Funke - 619-***-****; Contact: Yes

Salary: $20.00 per hour

Hours per week: 40

Duties:

I examined sheet metal structures of rotary wing aircraft including frames, stringers, bulkheads, stiffeners, spars, skins, and rubs in order to locate cracks, holes, bulges, dents, and loose, broken, or missing rivets. I determined repairs necessary to restore original strength to components, inclusive of type, number, and location of splices, kind and spacing of rivets, and necessary attached hardware such as fasteners, buttons, and brackets. I removed damaged skin and structures, installed replacements, and reinforced damaged or weakened skin on structural members, using supports and alignment jigs as necessary. I read and interpret drawings to determine angles, dimensions, contours, and types of attaching hardware. I cut out buckled, corroded, split, and cracked skin areas. I selected thickness and type of patching material; cuts and trim patch to size and drills holes; rivet in flush and surface patches. I made general sheet metal repairs, reinforcing, patching, and replacing defective parts. I modified stations, bulkheads, spars, frames, fuselages, and control surfaces. I installed extra clips and stringers, heavier gage skin, plates, and doublers. I made initial and subsequent installation of special equipment such as brackets, shelves, braces, stanchions, frames, racks, bulkheads, and other parts required in sheet metal modifications. I manufactured and installed new parts and replace defective sheet metal parts on structures, fuselage, and control surfaces. I installed, removed, repaired metal window frames, clips, and other aircraft fittings; secures metal-to-metal by cementing, bonding riveting, bolting, and screwing in assembling many component parts. I cut, fit, and trimmed glass panels, secures with rivets or screws. I repaired fiberglass. I installed and /or removed for repair a variety of honeycomb panels. I trimmed, cut, drilled, and aligned new panels to conform to original aircraft configuration. I reinstated reconditioned panels. I repaired surface defects on honeycomb panels. I used hand and power tools, I used punches, shears, drills, hammers dollies, rivet guns, saws, formers, brake, drill press, sanders, and routers. I read and follow written and oral instructions, blueprints and drawings. I am skilled in planning, layout and construction of items of combined straight and curved edges.

United States Marine Corp (10/01/1997 - 10/11/2002) - Aircraft Mechanical Parts Repairer

San Diego, California United States

Supervisor: SSGT Holcomb - 858-***-****; Contact: Yes

Salary: $18,000.00 per year

Hours per week: 40 plus

Duties:

During my time in the Marine Corps, I was assigned to CH-46, CH-53, KC-130, AH-1W and UH-1. Sheet metal mechanic, repairs, were made operations of main rotor and tail rotor blade assemblies: Manufacturing of different types of repairs using such material as titanium, stainless steel, aluminum, fiberglass, caviler, graphite, honeycomb, form fillers and various grades of metal, cable, swaging and manufacturing of ridged tube lines, rework of bell cranks and rigging. Knowledge of pressure gauges, temperature gauges, nitrogen used (liquid and dry), purging techniques, leak detection meters, acid cleaning agents, etching process and vacuum procedures. With mathematical knowledge, extensive training and experience I am able to create any part needed to accomplish the job. I have extensive knowledge of basic electrical familiarization to operate Ohmmeters, meager and heat mat resistance test box according to Ohm's law. Knowledge of computer skills for aerodynamic balancing, autoclave operations I am very aggressive in all the tasks at hand. I have changed and developed new techniques to promote efficient and expedient repairs within the shop. I am proficient in computer programs such as NALCOMAS, MS Word and Excel.

Education

Embry Riddle Aeronautical University (05/19/2008 - Present)

Corpus Christi, Texas

United States

Degree: - Major: Aircraft Management; Minor: Safety;

GPA: 3.8 Credits: 63

Barstow City College (09/15/2000 - 08/15/2002)

Barstow, California

United States

Degree: - Major: Science

GPA: 3.4 Semester Hours: 49

High School

Nordhoff High School (09/05/1989 - 06/19/1992)

Ojai, California

United States

Degree: Diploma

GPA: 3.6

Additional Information

Certification in Blue Print Reading 24hr. (09/20/2008)

Close Confined License Certification (June/11/2008)

License - Flight line/Forklift/Scooter (10/04/2008)

Award - Employee of the Month (07/15/2005)

Productivity Recognition Award

Award - Employee of the Quarter (09/01/2005)

Productivity Recognition Award

Award - Employee of the Year (09/15/2005)

Productivity Recognition Award

Award - Artisan of the Month (11/15/2003)

Productivity Recognition Award

Certification - Certificate of Appreciation (10/15/2002)

Marine Corp

Certification - Certified Multi-Line Aircraft Mechanic (10/01/2000)

Certificate of Fatigue Technology; Cold Working (DOD)

Certificate of Hole Quality (DOD)

Certificate for Corrosion Control, Department of the Navy (60 Hrs.)

Certificate for Tire and Wheel (USMC)

Certificate for processing CFC/HCFC Refrigerants (DOD)

Certificate for Inter modal Dry Cargo Container, Department of the Army

Government Vehicle Backing License, USMC

Natural Gas Handling License, USMC

Forklift and Tug License, USMC

Specialized Education - Marine Corp Training (03/01/2002) USMC

Marine Aviation Training Support Group (Matsg) May 1998

Command Indoctrination, Jul 1998

Airframes Intermediate Maintenance, Sep 1998

Leadership Military Studies

Training Management

Battle Skills and Weapons, Jan 2002

Airframes Intermediate Aviation Structural Mechanic H (Hydraulics) Common Core, July 1998

Marine Combat Studies, Oct 1999

Advanced Composite Materials Repair, Aug 1998 to Sep 1998

Terrorism Awareness, Apr 1999

Fundamentals of Marine Corps Leadership by Correspondence, May 1999

Interior Wiring by Correspondence, March 2001

Aviation Quality Assurance Supervisor by Correspondence, Jul 2001

Solid State Devices by Correspondence, Aug 2001

Aircraft Structures Mechanic, May 1998 to July 1998

Close Combat Instructor, May 2002

MRP2 Programming and Compass Contract Programming

National Defense Service Medal

Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal

Meritorious Unit Commendation 10-2002

Navy Unit Commendation

Certificate of Commendation, Certificate

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