Joshua Jenkins
Belleville
Summary
Highly committed and reliable professional with 6 years of experience in the United States Air Force, thriving in high-pressure, detail oriented environments. Skilled leader and team player, eager to contribute to the teams success while further developing my professional abilities. Ready to apply my expertise in leadership, aircraft maintenance, and diverse work environments to drive results and growth.
Skilled in aircraft structural maintenance with experience in diagnosing, repairing, and overhauling aircraft structures. Strong knowledge of both metallic and non-metallic aircraft structures including testing methods, materials, processes, aircraft painting, and quality control. Demonstrated leadership skills with a record of ensuring safety protocols are met while maintaining high performance standards. Consistently contributed to improved efficiency and productivity in previous roles.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2018
2018
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Aircraft Structural Maintenance Craftsman
USAF
05.2019 - 05.2025
- Serviced and Performed daily maintenance on the B-2 Aircraft while adhering to all safety guidelines and technical data instructions.
- Crafted and fabricated parts for specific repairs on the aircraft by understanding composite layouts and being able to correctly fabricate new composite parts.
- Trained and proficient on general hand tools and equipment as well as specialized tools for aircraft repair.
- Used problem solving skills and maintenance expertise to fulfill 4 repair request on composite structures that were deemed non-repairable.
- Led and supervised a crew of 9 personnel on aircraft maintenance and ensured timelines and mission readiness were met.
- Trained and led 10 brand new Airman on 132 on-the-job training task and reduced the amount of training time by 3 months by maximizing training opportunities and implementing new training methods.
- Created and executed a chemical mitigation plan and oversaw Bioenvironmental and wing safety procedures for my building and office.
- Created a training program and handling guidance, ensuring federal and state compliance for hazardous waste and materials.
- Ensured that the mental and physical health of my airman were attended to by creating a supportive atmosphere and providing the necessary resources, ensuring a healthy and productive work environment.
- Whiteman Air Force Base, MO
- Skilled in using painting equipment, surface preparation, and painting all parts of the aircraft.
- Proficient in ensuring high quality paint finishes.
- Trained and proficient on air-to-ground equipment and being able to run and operate equipment safely.
Line Cook
Chili's Restaurant
Cartersville
02.2018 - 04.2019
- Prepped and cooked meals based on restaurant standards and specifications.
- Maintained supplies and ingredients to guarantee that the restaurant was operating efficiently and that there were no shortages of necessary items.
- Provided excellent and high level customer service in a fast paced environment, ensuring customer satisfaction in a timely manner.
- Followed cleanliness and safety standards at all times to avoid cross-contamination and to ensure the wellbeing of my customers.
- Worked closely with coworkers to provide customer satisfaction and meet customer expectations by communicating clearly and assisting colleagues during stressful or busy periods.
- Cartersville, GA
Education
High School Diploma -
Woodland Highschool
Cartersville, GASkills
- Composite fabrication and repair
- Quality assurance
- Hand and power tool proficiency
- Hazardous material handling and training
- Maintenance documentation
- Equipment maintenance
- Aircraft painting
- Paint equipment
- Air-to-ground equipment proficient
- Leadership skills
- Discipline and timeliness
- Problem-solving
- Working effectively under pressure
- Cleanliness & Organization
- Interpersonal Skills
References
- Mason Myers, ASM Journeymen, USAF, Whiteman AFB, MO, 601-613-9694, Airman Myers worked under me multiple times during my enlistment.
- Michael Seat, Non-commissioned Officer, USAF, Whiteman AFB, MO, 660-687-3370, I worked under Ssgt Seat for multiple years.
- Ryan Jeffery, Chili's Manager, Chili's, Cartersville, GA, Worked closely with Ryan Jeffery during my time at Chili's.
Timeline
Aircraft Structural Maintenance Craftsman
USAF
05.2019 - 05.2025
Line Cook
Chili's Restaurant
02.2018 - 04.2019
High School Diploma -
Woodland Highschool