Experience

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  Norfolk naval shipyard

  Aug 2003 - Sept 2021

  • Analyzed policies, procedures and methods for evaluations; such as surveillances, self-assessments and employee progress reviews. • Created a spreadsheet database to track and maintain collected data from surveillances for use in trend-analysis of divisional shortfalls and improvements, and entered eligible surveillances into QPS.• Researched methods and procedures, for upper management and advised on the use of DPMAPS, QPS (Quality Performance System), and CTS (Commitment Tracking System). • Served as SharePoint webpage POC (which required self-learning through LinkedIn Learning.) to post Branch pictures, links to useful documents, forms, pages, reports, and other sites. Show less • Reviewed, revised and adapted training course material to reach the specific training needs of the electrical shop. (Similar to a Training Curriculum Control Document)• Prepared lesson plans (similar to Learning Design Strategy) and associated training materials, including tests and test banks, for 6+ electrical courses.• Scheduled class sessions, enrolled students, facilitated and lead both classroom and hands-on training sessions to apprentices, contractors, enlisted personnel, mechanics and supervisors. • Conducted “just-in-time training” to plan, coordinate and execute first-time quality on NNSY’s projects.• Performed surveillances and analysis of collected data to identify factors and solutions to further develop course material for accuracy and learnability. • Represented the training department in Work Team Investigations and gave technical electrical expertise, opinions, and feedback when required. • Provided oversight and technical guidance to electrical shop instructors in their delivery and development of training products for their personnel.• Distributed agency-wide notifications announcing changes in policies then collected and documented receipt acknowledgement signatures.• Created a work team of 10 fellow Non-Nuclear Skills Instructors, intended to focus on personal and professional development skills including: morale boosting; building cohesive working relationships; effective communication; Microsoft refresher skills; EEO policies; SOPs for C900T; course development and upkeep; teaching techniques; and developing and conducting test.• Researched training topics for segments and organized activities for the team and assisted, motivated, and delegated other team members in doing the same.• Planned and scheduled monthly “Team Building” sessions, up to a year in advance.o Through the team’s efforts and examples, other work groups began to mimic our actions and behaviors, creating a friendlier work environment. Show less • Lead, supervised, mentored and coached (approx.) 67 Electrical Apprentices.• Set priorities, assigned, and directed work operations within specific work areas to promote KSAs for apprentices and relocated them as needed. • Reviewed and evaluated work performances. • Developed, performed upkeep, and managed a master spreadsheet of all apprentices core-tasks.• Approved or denied leave, scheduled accordingly, and counseled apprentices on disciplinary matters. • Initiated, recommended and followed up on corrective and disciplinary actions, such as formal write-ups, and held discussions between apprentices, union representatives and upper management.. • Attended monthly meetings with key level managers concerning placement and work statuses necessary to achieve cost and schedule commitments. • Provided technical guidance and direction to a new Apprentice Supervisor, concerning oncoming apprentices. Show less • Performed duties concerned with the operation, repair, overhaul and maintenance of Navy vessels. • Performed maintenance and modernization of controllers in-shop including: Verifying work packages; Receiving & shipping equipment; Reviewing Technical Work Documents and engineering design plans; Investigating and collecting data; Troubleshooting and Eliminating problems with equipment; Ordering and installing components; testing components, equipment or systems; ordered material; generated deficiency reports/logs. Show less

  • Management Analyst

    Feb 2020 - Sept 2021

  • Training Instructor (electrical)

    Jan 2012 - Feb 2020

  • Apprentice Supervisor (electrical)

    Jul 2010 - Jan 2012

  • Marine Electrician Work Leader

    Aug 2009 - Jul 2010

  • Marine Electrician

    Jul 2007 - Aug 2009

  • Marine Electrician Apprentice

    Aug 2003 - Jul 2007
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  Self-employed

  Sept 2021 - now

  Company owner
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