JOHN F. HORNE JR.
Powder Springs
Summary
Skilled Maintenance an inspection technician with diverse experience in repair, preventive maintenance and troubleshooting. Demonstrated ability to diagnose mechanical & electrical issues correctly under FAA specifications. Known for maintaining safe work environments and able to implement repairs done ,damage, and cause after completion.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
4036
4036
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ground Maintenance Mechanic
Delta
11.2022 - Current
- Performs all routine and non-routine maintenance on passenger loading bridges (interior, exterior, console, and dock lights) and interior and exterior painting.
- Responsible for utilizing proper tooling, equipment, and material to carry out maintenance functions including but not limited to the following: inspections, minor troubleshooting, repairing, removing, and replacing components on all GSE functions.
- Performs all routine and non-routine maintenance on air handler hoses, adapters, air filters, condensate pans, and indicator bulbs and lenses.
- Performs all routine and non-routine maintenance on gear boxes, bearings and shafts, roller replacements, belt re-lacing, and belts replacements.
- Performs all routine and non-routine adjustments of ground power cables and associated clamping/saddles.
- Reports any inoperative units/retract reels to GSE Supervision.
- Practices safety-conscious behaviors in all operational processes and procedures.
Mechanic First Class
UPS
07.2020 - 11.2022
- Diagnose and perform necessary repairs to gas and diesel-powered engines, hydraulic and air brake systems, and electrical systems.
- Stay current with new technology for all makes of cars and light trucks by attending company provided training and additional classes as necessary.
- Document all work performed, and parts installed on the vehicle.
- Operate all makes and models of automobiles and light trucks, including those with automatic or manual transmissions, to diagnose problems, and to determine if vehicle is functioning properly after repairs have been made.
- Be familiar with OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) and EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) regulations that apply to the automotive repair industry.
- Participate in company training programs.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Technician II
Georgia Institute of Technology
03.2016 - 07.2020
- Performed tire changing, oil changes, battery changes, and inspecting vehicles.
- Evaluate vehicles to determine any problems and come up with solves.
- Handle the tasks of checking tires and changing air filters.
- Responsible for ensuring that the safety guidelines are maintained at the time of repairing and servicing of automobile parts.
- Diagnosis transmission, engine, and electrical issues with different types of vehicles and machinery.
- Repairs vehicles and machinery when needed both gas and diesel.
Technician III
Hertz Corp.
05.2018 - 03.2020
- Responsible for diagnosing engine no starts, check engine lights, transmission problems, a/c and heating, electrical, and engine performance problems.
- Completed task on preventative maintenance issues like brakes, steering and suspension, oil changes, and tires.
- Utilize a laptop computer for information and diagnostic purposes for the safe assembly and disassembly of components.
Fleet Technician
Amerit Fleet Solutions
12.2010 - 03.2016
- Responsible for repairing vehicles and diagnosing parts by following the specifications and guidelines of manufacture.
- Assigned the tasks of cleaning and maintaining safe working conditions.
- Perform the tasks of providing safety and preventative maintenance.
- Perform in-fleet servicing of vehicles by following company standards.
- Perform other related job responsibilities as required.
- Daily tasks in diagnosing and repairing engines, engine performance, heat/ac, electrical, brakes, steering and suspension, and automatic transmissions.
Mechanic
Pepboys auto center
Tallahassee
03.2005 - 12.2010
- Diagnosed vehicle issues using advanced diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Performed routine maintenance on various makes and models of vehicles.
- Repaired and replaced faulty components to ensure vehicle safety and performance.
Education
Aviation Institute of Maintenance -
Aviation Institute of Maintenance
Automotive Technology -
Lively Technical Center
Skills
- Repairing tools and equipment
- Troubleshooting
- Repair
- Repair procedures
- Oral communication
- Written communication
- Independent work
- Task prioritization
- FAA compliance
- Problem solving
- Blueprint and schematic reading
- Aircraft repair
- Aircraft systems
- Structural repair techniques
- Non-destructive testing
- Maintenance records
- Safety compliance awareness
- Communication and coordination
Certification
- A&P license
- Fcc license
- ASE: Electrical
- CDL Class B License
- MVAC Certification
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Ground Maintenance Mechanic
Delta
11.2022 - Current
Mechanic First Class
UPS
07.2020 - 11.2022
Technician III
Hertz Corp.
05.2018 - 03.2020
Technician II
Georgia Institute of Technology
03.2016 - 07.2020
Fleet Technician
Amerit Fleet Solutions
12.2010 - 03.2016
Mechanic
Pepboys auto center
03.2005 - 12.2010
Aviation Institute of Maintenance -
Aviation Institute of Maintenance
Automotive Technology -
Lively Technical Center