R ésumé of Qualifications
DAVID O. CARLTON
H omestead, Florida 33033
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DAVI D O. CARLTON
SU M MARY OF QUAL I F ICAT IONS
Multi-skilled professional with successful administrative, leadership,
management, and technical expertise on the cutting-edge of heavy equipment
and automotive systems maintenance technology, safety and occupational health
program administration, and security and law enforcement operations.
Meticulous administrator, planner and organizer complimented with exceptional
diplomacy and human relations skills. Strengths include:
• Supply/Material Management • Quality Assurance/Control
• Budget & Resource Management • Facility Equipment Maintenance
• Hazardous Materials Management • Production Control Operations
• Program/Project Management •Staff Leadership, Mentoring &
Development
• Resource Protection • Risk Assessment & Risk Management
• Hold current U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance
PROFESSIONAL EXPER I E NCE
B OUYGUES C I V I L WORKS (Contract) 01-2013 to 07-2013
T unnel Boring Machine Mechanic
• Regular inspection and maintenance of the TBM Machine while in operation;
troubleshoot and fix equipment as necessary and repair or replace defective
parts, components or systems.
• Identify operating problems, report them to supervisor and perform emergency
repairs.
• Train other staff how to perform maintenance checks independently.
• Troubleshoot and inspect the machine and equipment to detect faults and
malfunctions; determine the extent of repair.
• Provide recommendations for replacement options with the supervisor.
• Plans/schedules maintenance work based on the condition of the tunnel boring
machine.
• Perform TBM maintenance work. Service attachments and working tools; keep
equipment cleaned, lubricated and maintained; troubleshoot the more difficult
problems and coach and mentor staff on how to make repairs.
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance ensuring that work meets
specifications.
• Supervise/guide/coach the assembly and disassembly (commissioning &
decommissioning) of the TBM machine underground. Complete the TBM setup
checklist; perform the initial start-up of the machine and stabilize the machine for
operation.
• Work in conjunction with the Mechanic Foreman and the Senior Mechanical
Engineer to design, build or modify hydraulic machine parts.
• Reviews hydraulic drawings and performs repair and maintenance of hydraulic
components.
• Perform other related duties as required.
U N I T E D STATES NAVY R ET I R E D • E -6 ( Mid-level Manager) 08-1992
t o 08-2012
Served in various positions of increased responsibility and complexity at various
worldwide locations, demonstrating exceptional knowledge, skills, and abilities in the
following areas:
M aintenance Superintendent & Cost Control Supervisor
• Perform shop management functions involving maintenance scheduling, requisition
and inventory control of spare parts as well as formulating and administering
budgets up to $3M, and supplies valued at $700K
• Supervise a diverse team of 40 maintenance personnel in the preventive
maintenance and repair of 523 pieces of construction engineering support equipment
(CESE) and shop equipment valued at $37M
• Plan and schedule vehicle, equipment, and allied t rades maintenance activities for
t hree work centers (heavy construction, automotive, and construction support
equipment), and a steel working shop
• Plan and control work methods, production schedules, operating procedures, and
performance standards
• Monitor established maintenance priorities and determine mission requirements
• Plan, estimate, schedule, and expedite the use of labor, equipment, and materials in
t he repair and maintenance of construction mili tary equipment, motor vehicles, etc.
• Ensure maintenance projects are completed with the highest caliber of workmanship
• Ut ilize considerable knowledge and experience in observing and analyzing
p roduction operations to determine if schedules are being followed, if they can be
i mproved, and to determine the causes of production delays
• Apply good working knowledge of the basic requirements and procedures of all
departments being coordinated both in and outside of the production area
3-M System Coordinator/Quality Assurance/Control
• Responsible for initial, progress and final inspections on heavy construction
equipment undergoing repairs
• Interpreted and applied product specifications, technical data, regulations, policy
s tatements, and other guideline materials in managing all facets of administrative,
maintenance and material management (3-M) systems program
• Demonstrated expert mechanical, technical and administrative knowledge and skills
i n performing init ial inspections of all equipment, coordinating with the customer to
determine requirements, maintenance priori ties and performing internal quality
control
Safety P rogram Administration
• Ensured a proactive approach to accident prevention by t raining and advising
personnel on safety issues
• Inspected project sites, grounds, buildings, and machinery to isolate hazards to life,
health, and equipment
DAVI D O. CARLTON
• Conducted assessments of work center activities for safe performance according to
OSHA regulations
• Compiled and analyzed mishap data, identified t rends, and developed
recommendations to reduce mishaps
H aza rdous Mate rials Management
• As work center HAZMAT and safety coordinator, ensured that 25 military and 27
local national personnel were t rained in the proper use of hazardous materials,
M SDSs, and the disposition of hazardous waste
• Meticulously t rained all shop personnel in the use of equipment through lectures,
f ilms, and demonstrations
• Packed and certified all types of hazardous cargo in accordance with federal
regulations
• Assessed overall warehouse procedures, space utilization techniques, and condition
d iscrepancy coding, as well as specialized procedures to safely handle, pack, store,
l abel, and ship hazardous materials
• Prepared and verified shipping documents for correct safety and destination coding,
hazardous material classification, and special handling inst ruction
Equipment Mechanic
• Provided technical expertise in leading and assisting technicians in operating,
repairing, and performing organizational and intermediate maintenance on
electrical and electronic components
• Determined overall mechanical condition of vehicles/equipment, correction of
deficiencies required, and effected repair
• Skilled in the overhaul, t roubleshooting, repair, and servicing of major components
and assemblies of automotive, light and heavy-duty construction equipment such as
5-ton t rucks, busses, crawler cranes, bulldozers, end loaders, mobile cranes, material
handling equipment, air compressors, generators and pumps, both gas and diesel
• Systematically analyzed malfunctions by visual and auditory examination or the use
of test equipment
• Responsible for first echelon maintenance, inspection, load testing, and certification
of Category I I I cranes and forklifts
• As the Generator Maintenance and Refueling Supervisor, maintained 15 generators
valued at $12.3M
• Boat mechanic and special operations boat mechanic on various boat engines
Convoy Security Team Leader/Member & Security Specialist
• Played key role in performing a variety of missions to include providing security for
Naval units and civilian contractors, supply convoys, vehicle escorts, and securing
movement of supplies
• Demonstrated on daily basis the ability to quickly adapt to a rapidly changing
operational environment
• Coordinated the activities of all security personnel to ensure close protection during
movement to, and operations at a venue site
• Provide a high profile, visible presence to protect life and property and to deter the
r isk of loss or criminal activity resulting in destruction of property, injury or loss of
l ife
• Promoted the repression of criminal activity, regulation of t raffic and personal
conduct, safety and security of government and civilian personnel and property
ED UCAT ION & RE LATED TRA I N I NG
U N I VERSI TY OF MARY LAN D - College Par k, M D • M ajor:
G eneral Studies
• Leadership/Management I & II • Operational Risk Management
for Leaders
• Advanced Construction Mechanic • Lean Six Sigma White Belt
• Logistics & Transportation Management • Hazardous Waste Generation &
Handling
• 3-M (Maintenance & Material Management) • Quality Assurance/Control
• Safety Program Administration • Security & Law Enforcement
Operations
• Introduction to Writing
AWARDS
• Received numerous awards for outstanding military, humanitarian, and
community service