1. JOSEPH V. ELDER
6085 Murray Road 517-914-2011
Jackson, MI 49201 Joeelder123@yahoo.com
AIRFRAME & POWERPLANT MECHANIC, LICENSE NUMBER # 3787121
OBJECTIVE
Seeking a position as an aircraft mechanic where I can demonstrate my ability to provide welding, excellent
troubleshooting and repair service. willing to relocate.
EDUCATION
Michigan Institute of Aviation & Technology, Canton, MI Graduated with honors 07/2013
Airframe & Powerplant Diploma Program
• Aircraft Electrical Systems
• Turbine Engine Operation
• Turbine Engine Access & Design
• Turbine Troubleshooting
• Fire Protection systems
• Drilling, Counter Sinking & Riveting
Sheetmetal
• Hydraulics & Pneumatic Power Systems
• Engine Instrument Systems
Jackson Community College, Jackson, MI 1/08 – 12/11
Course work towards Associates degree in Aviation Flight Technology
Northwest High School, Jackson, MI 6/06
Diploma
Jackson Area Career Center, Jackson, MI 9/03 to 6/06
Completed courses for Heating and Cooling, Automotive, Welding, and Construction
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
• Certified Michelin Aircraft Tire Expert Level 1 & 2 on 8-13-2013
• 40 flight hrs. in a Cessna Skyhawk 172
• Stick welding, MIG/TIG Welding
• Basic automotive (oil change, brakes, calibers, spark plugs, & water pump)
• Heating and cooling
• Sheetmetal
• Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, and Powerpoint)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Sam’s Club 5/14 to 6/2015
• Sales Associate in Electronics
Federal Express, Saline, MI 5/12 to 5/14
• Package Handler
Red Lobster Restaurant, Jackson, MI 6/11 to 5/12
• Cook and Food Preparation
Hudson’s Classic Grill, Jackson, MI 2/11 to 6/11
• Cook and Food Preparation
Magnum Tool and Machining, Jackson, MI 6/06 to 5/10
• Welding –Performed MIG welding for company
• Machining – Experienced in vertical mill
• Prepared sheet metal for projects – cutting
• Running Bridgeport
• Supervised shop to ensure daily task were completed