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Braden Sheals

Chattanooga

Summary

Fully licensed Aircraft Maintenance Technician currently working at West Star Aviation. Experience with troubleshooting, repairing, and inspecting complex aircraft systems. Detail-oriented and safety focused, with a strong work ethic and a practical approach to problem solving. Reliable team member committed to quality work and delivering reliable results for customers.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Aircraft Maintenance Technician

West Star Aviation
01.2025 - Current
  • Experience working on Dassault Falcon 50, Falcon 900EX, Falcon 2000EX, Falcon 2000EX EASy, Falcon 7X, and Falcon 8X.
  • Experience in the removal and installation of Pratt & Whitney PW308C engines, GE/Honeywell CFE738-1-1B engines, and Honeywell TFE731 engines.
  • Experience rigging the entire flight control system from control column to the tail.
  • Complied with scheduled B-checks and C-checks as well as 12/24/36/48 month inspections.
  • Troubleshot electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, fuel, and flight control systems.
  • Documented maintenance actions accurately in aircraft records and logbooks.
  • Complied with AMMs, IPCs, SBs, MELs, and FAA regulations.

Valet

Southern Valet
11.2023 - 01.2025
  • Parked and retrieved vehicles efficiently, ensuring customer satisfaction and safety.
  • Assisted guests with luggage and special requests to enhance service experience
  • Adapted quickly to changing schedules and high-pressure situations during peak hours.

Tractor Operator

JT Farms
06.2021 - 01.2025
  • Performed preventative maintenance on tractors such as lubrication, oil changes, and filter replacement.
  • Used large tractors to cut and plow land according to job specifications, consistently meeting deadlines with quick, accurate work.
  • Increased crop yield through proper tractor usage and timely field maintenance.

Freight Team Member

Home Depot
11.2022 - 03.2023
  • Coordinated freight unloading and organization to optimize warehouse space and improve efficiency.
  • Trained new team members on safety protocols, equipment usage, and operational processes.
  • Monitored inventory levels and assisted in stock replenishment to maintain product availability.

Education

A&P License - Aircraft Maintenance

Tennessee College of Applied Technology, Memphis, TN
09-2024

High School Diploma -

Collierville High School
Collierville, TN
05-2022

Skills

  • Aircraft inspections
  • Troubleshooting and repair
  • Reading technical manuals
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Flight control maintenance
  • Compliance and safety

Timeline

Aircraft Maintenance Technician

West Star Aviation
01.2025 - Current

Valet

Southern Valet
11.2023 - 01.2025

Freight Team Member

Home Depot
11.2022 - 03.2023

Tractor Operator

JT Farms
06.2021 - 01.2025

A&P License - Aircraft Maintenance

Tennessee College of Applied Technology, Memphis, TN

High School Diploma -

Collierville High School
Braden Sheals