Objective
I seek shore based employment as a Mechanical Engineering technician or Engineering Technician supervisor where I can utilize my extensive mechanical experience, maximize my leadership skills, and be a valuable member of an enterprising team.
Experience
2013–Current: US Coast Guard Training Center, Yorktown, VA
Branch Training Officer Representative, Quality Assurance for Instructors and Curriculum, Officer Of the Day
2010-2013: USCGC Dauntless (WMEC-624), Galveston, TX
Engineering Auxiliary Division Supervisor and Lead Maintenance Technician, Aviation Fueling Division Head, Engineering Training Team Leader, Aviation Training Team Member, Aviation Certification (AVCERT) Supervisor, Damage Control Training Team Member, Vice-Chairman Leadership and Diversity Council.
2005-2010: USCG Communications Station, New Orleans, LA
Engineering Department Head, Lead Maintenance Technician, Hazardous Materials Enforcement Officer, Safety Coordinator.
2004-2005: USCG LORAN Station, Attu, AK
Mechanical Engineering Division Supervisor, Lead Maintenance Technician, Heavy Equipment Operator and Maintenance coordinator, Training Board Member.
2000-2005: USCG Station, New Orleans, LA
Engineering Petty Officer, Department Head, Lead Maintenance Technician, Senior Boarding Officer, Senior Boarding Team Member, Law Enforcement Training Officer, Hazardous Materials Enforcement Officer, Safety Coordinator.
1998-2000: USCG Tactical Law Enforcement Team, New Orleans, LA
Tactical Law Enforcement Detachment Boarding Officer, Tactical Law Enforcement Detachment Boarding Team Member, Weapons Officer/ Instructor, Advanced Tactical Techniques/ Defensive Tactics Instructor, IONSCAN Operator.
1994-1998: USCG Station, Oak Island, NC
Assistant Engineering Petty Officer/ Assistant Lead Maintenance Technician, Search and Rescue Supervisor, Duty Small Boat Engineer and Crewman, Law Enforcement Boarding Officer, Law Enforcement Boarding Team Member, Hazardous Materials Enforcement Officer.
1991-1994: USCGC Chase (WHEC 718), San Pedro, CA
Engineer in the Main Propulsion Division, Maintenance Technician, Oiler, Auxiliary, Security Watchstander.
Education
Coastline Community College, Fountain Valley, CA (Dec 2011)
-Associates Degree in Applied Marine Engineering
NACE International, Houston, TX (February 2013)
-Shipboard Corrosion Assessment Training (S-CAT Certification)
US Coast Guard Training Center, Yorktown, VA (Feb 2010)
-Hydraulics Systems Maintenance (MK-06)
US Coast Guard Chief Petty Officer Academy, Petaluma, CA (Dec 2009)
-Senior Level Supervisor/Management Instruction
Cummins Regional Training Center, Tampa, FL (Oct 2002)
-VT-903-M Maintenance
US Coast Guard Maritime Law Enforcement School, Yorktown, VA (Jul 1999)
-Advanced Tactical Techniques/ Defensive Tactics Instructor
US Coast Guard SE Regional Fisheries Training Center, Ft. Macon, NC (Jan 1997)
-South Atlantic Fisheries Enforcement Officer
US Navy Expeditionary Warfare Training Group, Little Creek, VA (Nov 1995)
-Outboard Engine Operator/ Maintenance
US Coast Guard Maritime Law Enforcement School, Yorktown, VA (May 1995)
-Maritime Law Enforcement Boarding Officer
US Navy Training Center, Bremerton, WA (Jun 1993)
-Fairbanks Morse 38TD-8 1/8 Maintenance
US Coast Guard Training Center, Yorktown, VA (Apr 1991)
-Machinery Technician-trade school certificate
Certification
Associates Degree in Applied Marine Engineering.
Skils
After selflessly serving 23 years in the United States Coast Guard, I have built a sterling reputation as an exceptional Non-Commissioned Officer. I am a proven engineering technician who leverages vast experience, teamwork, and solid leadership to execute solutions that create reliable equipment conditions and dramatically increase efficiency. My mechanical skill and experience includes preventative and casualty repair maintenance, detailed critical component inspections, short and long term maintenance planning, and technical task oversight. I have technical expertise in reliability and preventative analysis to include thickness measurements, vibration analysis, chemical reactive and fluid sampling analysis, ultrasonic testing, and root cause failure analysis. I have developed numerous piping and system sketches and upon review; drafted change recommendations to simplify maintenance tasks, increase reliability, and enhance efficiency. I understand common metals, alloys, and composites and their properties, applications, and bonding characteristics. Highly detail and safety oriented, I have served as a senior job inspector and mishap investigator. Through my military experience, I have obtained formal technical training in machinery principles, outboard engines, diesel and gasoline engines, gas powered turbine engines, pumps and couplings, marine air conditioning and refrigeration, valves and piping, low pressure industrial boilers, fuel storage and distribution, as well as auxiliary machinery. I have solid experience in heavy equipment operations, maintenance, and repair to include wheel loaders, skid steers, industrial trucks, large tractors and implements, and specialty vehicle operations. Additionally, I am a recognized expert in hydraulic systems to include diagnostics and repair in the marine environment, reading hydraulic and mechanical blueprints and technical publications, and interpreting and implementing technical changes. I am an engaging and sought after instructor in both classroom and field settings routinely mentoring lower level technicians during tasks. My computer skills include excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel. My unquestionable dedication and devotion to the Coast Guard has been recognized through high level awards. I was selected as Command Chief by demonstrating superior leadership and management skills. In addition, I was honored by my superiors as the Enlisted Person of the Year for the USCG Atlantic Communications System and recognized as the most valuable trainer/ instructor by the Atlantic Training Group. While serving on active duty, I earned an Associate’s degree in Applied Marine Engineering and completed senior level management courses. A committed team leader and supervisor, I am highly effective at complex task completion. I am self motivated and driven to achieve positive results requiring minimal guidance beyond initial task direction. Moreover, I am creative and resourceful when encountering a new situation or assignment. As a proven veteran with 23 years of service, I have a strong dedication to duty above self and look forward to working on a team of like-minded professionals.