Tyler Craig

Perform comprehensive maintenance and repair of passenger boarding bridges (jet bridges), including electrical systems, Ground Power Units (GPUs), Pre-Conditioned Air (PCA) units, wiring, drive wheels, and hydraulics. Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical issues on GPUs and PCA systems to minimize aircraft ground time in a high-traffic airport environment. Conduct preventive inspections and routine maintenance on structural, mechanical, and electrical components to ensure safety and operational reliability.

Maintenance Technician - Nashville International Airport (BNA) - Nashville, TN

(2025-10)

• Perform comprehensive maintenance and repair of passenger boarding bridges (jet bridges), including electrical systems, Ground Power Units (GPUs), Pre-Conditioned Air (PCA) units, wiring, drive wheels, and hydraulics.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical issues on GPUs and PCA systems to minimize aircraft ground time in a high-traffic airport environment.
• Conduct preventive inspections and routine maintenance on structural, mechanical, and electrical components to ensure safety and operational reliability.
• Execute general electrical installations, component replacements, and adjustments while strictly adhering to FAA regulations and manufacturer guidelines.
• Collaborate with airport operations and airline ground crews to respond quickly to service calls, supporting on-time performance and passenger safety.

Operator Technician - Matalco - Franklin, KY

(2024-05 - 2025-02)

• Cast aluminum ingots for 3x, 5x, and 6x series, ensuring precision and quality.
• Operated and maintained Wagstaff casting technology to support production goals.
• Performed mold maintenance, enhancing equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Conducted quality control inspections to meet industry and customer standards.
• Safely handled materials using certified crane and forklift operations.

Operator Technician - Kobe Aluminum Automotive Products - Bowling Green, KY

(2023-10 - 2024-05)

• Executed melter and casting operations for 6000 series aluminum billets.
• Transferred molten metal to holding furnaces with precise sampling techniques.
• Operated forklifts, cranes, and Bobcats to streamline material handling.
• Applied Kaizen and 5S methodologies, improving workflow efficiency by 8%.
• Maintained furnaces to ensure consistent production output.

Operator Technician - Logan Aluminum - Russellville, KY

(2022-04 - 2023-10)

• Managed hot metal and furnace operations for various aluminum alloys.
• Operated heavy machinery, including loaders, excavators, and mobile cranes.
• Supervised molten metal handling and transfer processes.
• Implemented safety protocols, including 5S and confined space regulations.
• Trained new employees in casting aluminum ingots.

Operator - Fluor/Logan Aluminum - Russellville, KY

(2020-01 - 2022-04)

• Operated hot rolling mills for aluminum cast ingots.
• Inspected ingots and coil products to ensure quality compliance.
• Transported mill scrap to remelting centers.
• Conducted rolling mill roll cleaning and maintenance.

Roofing Laborer - Hatcher Handyman Construction

(2018 - 2019)

Pallet Builder - American Sustainable Pallets

(2018 - 2018)

Catering Assistant - Southern Thing Catering

(2016 - 2018)

High School Diploma - Russellville High School (2018-05) Russellville, KY