Richard Hill
Yuma,AZ
Summary
Experienced aircraft maintenance professional with 27+ years of hands-on experience on KC-130's, AV-8B's, and C-27J's. Expertise in leadership, organization, communication, time management, and system fault investigation. Skilled in quick decision-making in fast-paced environments using computerized maintenance management systems, preventative maintenance practices, and aircraft repair techniques. Recognized for reliability, adaptability, and rapid skill acquisition that contribute to team success and organizational growth. Passionate about continuous improvement and implementing innovative solutions to enhance productivity by leveraging new tools and methods for driving technological advancements. Dedicated professional with a structured training background known for flexibility in adapting to changing demands and proficiency in key operational processes while maintaining effective communication strategies within team settings.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Forensic Investigator Trainee
Yuma County Sheriff's Office
05.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to solve cases more effectively through inter-agency communication and cooperation.
- Streamlined case processing time by efficiently organizing case files and maintaining accurate records.
- Assisted medical examiners in determining cause of death through detailed post-mortem examinations and toxicology tests.
- Attended and examined scenes of crimes.
- Took pictures of crime scenes and specific evidence located at scenes.
- Learned new materials, processes, and programs quickly.
- Participated in on-the-job training, working closely with supervisors and coworkers and asking appropriate questions.
- Filled out timesheets and paperwork according to identified requirements.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations.
- Enhanced evidence collection by implementing meticulous forensic examination techniques and procedures.
- Conducted thorough crime scene investigations, ensuring the preservation of crucial evidence for further analysis.
Truck Driver
IMAC Rock & Landscape LLC & JMJ Equipment Transport
12.2021 - 02.2023
- Perform pre and post trip inspections of Tractor-trailer for safe operation.
- Perform maintenance as needed on equipment.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Conducted inspections on trucks by examining malfunctions and reported the vehicles to management for necessary corrective measures.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
- Provided timely, accurate documentation for all freight shipments, contributing to smooth logistical operations.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
Tech Services Engineer A&P Mechanic
Yuma Proving Grounds – Akima LLC
04.2015 - 12.2021
- Install, check out, operate, maintain, repair, and modify aircraft.
- Provide guidance and training to customer personnel in establishing operation, maintenance, and inspection procedures and techniques.
- Read, Interpret, and apply instructions from blueprints, schematics, and other approved data.
- Analyze equipment failures to determine cause and recommends corrective action.
- Established strong working relationships with clients through exceptional communication skills, fostering trust and collaboration.
- Wrote, reviewed and edited technical document in accordance with template requirements.
- Information was provided to the team lead based on the investigation of system faults, utilizing reports and photographs as necessary.
- Provided mentorship to junior mechanics, offering support in complex problem-solving and the development of technical skills.
- Documented and developed engineering procedures and processes.
- Maintained detailed records of all performed work, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Improved aircraft performance by conducting thorough inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
- Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, and mechanical flight controls.
- Read and interpreted aircraft documentation to determine repair feasibility and methods.
- Recorded maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.
Aircraft Mechanic
MCAS Yuma – VMA-2014 AV-8B
04.2008 - 04.2015
- Tasked with the repair, upkeep, and troubleshooting of AV-8 Harriers; guaranteed that the aircraft was prepared for flight.
- Maintain, repair, and rebuild aircraft structures, functional components, and parts such as wings and fuselage, rigging, hydraulic units, oxygen systems, fuel systems, electrical systems, gaskets, and seals.
- Ensured flight schedule readiness; inspected aircraft to make sure all necessary maintenance and repairs were conducted in a timely manner.
- Utilize precision instruments to inspect and measure airframes for wear or other defects; ensure that all needed repairs are made.
- Responsible for daily accountability for tools, equipment and parts used to maintain military aircraft in mission ready status.
- Collect fuel and oil samples and examine them for contamination; analyze petroleum products to assess their quality and verify compliance with stringent military standards. Conduct investigations for substandard samples and follow up with the results of the findings.
- Examine and inspect aircraft components, including landing gear, hydraulic systems, and deicers to locate cracks, breaks, leaks, or other problems.
- Execute responsibilities as a Tool Control Supervisor/Coordinator, ensuring the maintenance of squadron tools, and conduct investigations on broken tool reports to verify that all components are accounted for.
- Performed aircraft maintenance for scheduled preventive actions and unscheduled requirements.
- Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance.
- Supported operational readiness by conducting comprehensive pre-flight and post-flight inspections to ensure proper functioning of aircraft systems.
- Ensured accurate recordkeeping of all maintenance activities, facilitating smooth audits and regulatory compliance checks.
- Provided quality assurance oversight for fellow mechanics'' work, ensuring adherence to established standards and procedures.
- Conducted detailed engine inspections, identifying wear patterns early to prevent costly damage or failures down the road.
- Conducted detailed inspections of aircraft structures to identify and rectify potential issues, preserving structural integrity.
- Responses to aviation accidents involve assisting in identifying the methods and reasons for the incident by investigating the failures and consulting with the aircraft maintainers.
- Support members of the aviation mishap board by providing technical knowledge of the aircraft systems through photographs.
Skills
- Decision-making
- Document crime scenes
- Photography skills
- Accurate record keeping
- Document management
- Problem-solving capacity
- Document examination
- Evidence collection
- Firearm identification
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Computer proficiency
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Managing, Leading, Supervising
- Accountability
- Customer Oriented
- Inventory Control
- Quality Assurance
- Aviation Maintenance
- Installation/Repair
- Self Confidence
- Process Improvement
- Reading Publications and Schematics
- Equipment Operation
Timeline
Forensic Investigator Trainee
Yuma County Sheriff's Office
05.2023 - Current
Truck Driver
IMAC Rock & Landscape LLC & JMJ Equipment Transport
12.2021 - 02.2023
Tech Services Engineer A&P Mechanic
Yuma Proving Grounds – Akima LLC
04.2015 - 12.2021
Aircraft Mechanic
MCAS Yuma – VMA-2014 AV-8B
04.2008 - 04.2015
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