Maintenance Engineering
Resume:
Jerron B. Laurente
Work Phone: (011)-819*-***-****
DSN: 315-***-****
Email Address: ******.********@*****.***
HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS:
Over 13 years of successful and varied Main Propulsion Engineer, Management, Air Conditioning Maintenance and Repair, and Leadership experience with a reputation for meeting the most challenging organizational goals and objectives. A calculated, focused, resourceful, creative, self-motivated, and confident individual recognized for making difficult decisions under stressful conditions.
AREA OF MAIN PROPULSION DIESEL ENGINE AND SHIP’S MAINTENANCE EXPERTISE:
- Main Propulsion Engineering Maintenance and Material Management Systems Coordinator.
- Troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining Ship’s engine equipment and systems.
- Ship’s safety checks and Training
- Configuration and Logistics Data Maintenance
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Main Propulsion Supervisor (M-Division LCPO) 08/2014-08/2016
Employer: US Navy, USS Ashland LSD-48, Sasebo, Japan
Hours worked/week: 60 hours/week; Full Time
Supervisor: LCDR Ed Catubig (011)819********; may contact supervisor.
Duties: Served as Main Propulsion Division LCPO. Led, developed, and mentored over 30 junior Sailors and Division Officers in the operation and maintenance of all Main Propulsion System. Advised, monitored, and assisted Principal Assistant, Department Head, and Commanding Officer in all matters concerning Main Propulsion Systems.
Meticulously managed and executed the ship's Main Propulsion and Diesel inspection programs correcting various discrepancies exponentially improving the material condition, operational readiness, and overall life span of the ship. Efforts led to an overall 85% increase in the identification, correction and documentation of over 83,000 material deficiencies, accounting for over 200,000 man-hours.
Utilized quantitative and qualitative methods to identify weak and under-performing areas focus efforts at improving program effectiveness, operational efficiency, administrative program compliance, and ensuring team goals, objectives, and milestones are met. Developed life cycle cost analyses and effectively applies techniques to improve engineering and logistic processes.
Reviewed and implemented various program goals and track project milestone for on-time completion. Developed and monitored Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and metrics analyzed and evaluated critical data and identify cost savings opportunities within the program to meet optimum readiness.
Coordinated technical problem resolution with Ship Repair Facility, NAVSEA, NSWC, Planning Yards, etc. Resolved specific material problems encountered during ship maintenance periods and availabilities, interpret blueprints, Shipalt Installation Drawings (SIDs); Maintenance Work Orders (MWO), NAVSEA Manuals, various technical production manuals, military and commercial material specifications, general shipbuilding specifications, catalogs, manufacturing data, and Force and Type Commander instructions and directives.
Extensive and broad practical engineering experience supplemented by academic and non-academic training, provided professional evaluation and technical oversight for diesel related issues in support of the maintenance team.
Possessed extensive knowledge of Naval ships and their components; general naval engineering practices; operation, maintenance, repair, and overhaul of Navy shipboard systems, in general; planning, screening, execution, control and logistic support for the repair and overhaul of hull, mechanical and electrical (HM&E). Knowledge on Navy administration and correspondence procedures. Acquired these knowledge, skills and abilities by completing courses and working in the fields of naval engineering, ship operations and the repair/overhaul of ships and years of progressively increasing responsibility in planning, screening and production control of Navy ship repair and overhaul work.
Performed Main Propulsion Total Ship Readiness Assessment (TSRA), and provides training to Ships Force on electrical controllers, motors and generators. Able to perform special engineering analysis and studies for the purpose of developing or evaluating improvements in design, maintenance or operational procedures of major Naval Ship electrical systems
Meticulously managed, processed and distributed over 200 Technical Feedback Reports submitted and/or received from different commands, ensuring TFBR are properly installed and implemented with specific changes correctly made to 3M documents in particular the List of Effective Pages, Maintenance Index Pages and Maintenance Requirement Cards, this dramatically improved the ship's operational readiness due to equipment maintenance are properly being done with correct tools, parts, materials and procedures which can be followed safely and correctly, resulting to zero damage to equipment and personnel injury.
Deck and Engineering Chief (Deck/Engineering LCPO) 07/2011-07/2014
Employer: US Navy, Commander Feet Activity, Sasebo, JA
Hours worked/week: 60 hours/week; Full Time
Supervisor: Brian Austin; current phone number unknown; may not contact supervisor.
Duties: Served as Deck and Engineering Supervisor providing ship support, boat handling, and preventive/corrective maintenance of twelve harbor, MK-8, Oil Spill Recovery, and Barrier Boats. Responsible for Oil Spill Recovery Team.
Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical equipment and systems down to assembly and component level. Has ability to suggest and apply new and innovative methods and ideas, both written and verbally. Has theory and practical knowledge of mechanics, electronics, electricity, functions, limitations, operations, and design characteristics of equipment, tools and systems specific to complex shipboard, and shore based activities. Calibrated, troubleshot, aligned and repaired many complex shipboard and shore based systems and equipment.
I was accustomed to working in fast paced environments with the ability to think quickly and successfully handle difficult tasks. Applied good judgment and initiative in selecting among alternative approaches and standard methods as they relate to performance, productivity, and effectiveness. Developed an organization geared to render diversified and flexible management systems and procedures. Interpreted command's goals pertaining to mission, policies and personnel administration to subordinates.
Spearheaded Department’s mentorship program for enlisted and officers, mentoring and guiding personnel from the junior enlisted ranks to the officer corps level on their career ladders. Developed performance standards to ensure fairness and equity through constant feedback and counseling. Generated fair performance evaluation for over 20 enlisted personnel and provided advice and recommendation to higher authorities. Resolved disagreements among divisions and team members to obtain consensus on recommendations and proposed plan for action to improve operational effectively. Revamped department’s fiscal practices and personnel training programs.
Engineering Auxiliary Supervisor 04/2007-07/2011
Employer: US Navy, USS Tortuga LSD-46, Sasebo, Japan
Hours worked/week: 60 hours/week; Full Time
Supervisor: Rickey Christian; 847-***-****; may contact supervisor.
Duties: Overall responsible for repair and maintenance of two Main Propulsion Diesel Engine (MPDE) and associated Auxiliary Equipment.
Qualified Engineering assessor. Exceptional knowledge of Main Propulsion Plant operations. Provided recommendations and solutions to modify standard practices, equipment, devices, processes, and techniques, and resolved a wide variety of complex problem which greatly enhanced propulsion plant safety and overall operational readiness.
Identified parts and material support requirements including substitute parts necessary to accomplish required repairs and modernization. Developed specifications, drawings, and procedures for fabrication of parts not supportable by normal acquisition methods.
Possessed extensive knowledge of Naval ships and their components; general naval engineering practices; operation, maintenance, repair, and overhaul of Navy shipboard systems, in general; planning, screening, execution, control and logistic support for the repair and overhaul of MPDE. Supervised personnel in the operation, maintenance, and repair of engine room and auxiliary equipment and analyzed results of oil tests.
Formulated and executed Afloat Training Group’s revision of Engineering Afloat Training Assessment and Material checklists, directly improving the ability of ships to conduct an accurate and thorough self-assessment of equipment and personnel.
Provided engineering oversight and expertise on related engineering science disciplines, materials, and safety. Proficient in reading and following blueprints, technical documents, test procedures, and schematic diagrams.
Investigated and resolved problems and conditions on shipboard systems and equipment impacting costs, efficiency, safety, and performance. Has ability to work without supervision. Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, troubleshooting procedures and repair. Used and maintained a wide variety of complex mechanical test equipment. Has working knowledge of electronic, electrical and mechanical theory and applications.
Able to "think out of the box" to solve unique and unusual mechanical problems. Proficient in performing engineering duties in the maintenance, and repair of diesel engines and other auxiliary systems.
Maintenance Engineer 07/2003-04/2007
Employer: US Navy, MHC Crew Loyalty, Ingleside, TX
Hours worked/week: 60 hours/week; Full Time
Supervisor: LCDR Ian Wood; current phone number unknown; may not contact supervisor.
Duties: Responsible for the maintenance and overhaul of Air Conditioning Plant and Main Propulsion Machinery. Preventive maintenance on small crafts.
Operated and performed maintenance on internal combustion engines, main propulsion machinery, refrigeration and air conditioning, and shipboard auxiliary equipment. Able to make complex technical decisions, work independently, and with others, to quickly troubleshoot and repair various shipboard problems, using drawings, tech manuals, and good engineering practices.
Proficient in creating and utilizing technical engineering documents to support ship repair, maintenance, or modernization. Fully capable to establish and maintain working relationships with Ships Force, Trade Shops and contractors. Prepared reports, deficiency reports and condition reports and present them to Department Head.
Performed preventive maintenance on auxiliary equipment, main propulsion equipment, and on small craft clutches, transmissions, drive shafts, and packing glands.
Conducted tests on electrohydraulic steering systems; inspected for leaks in reduction gears and thrust bearings; installed, removed, and replaced flange shields on piping systems; fabricated and fitted tubing and flexible hose assemblies.
Conducted diesel engine post overhaul checkout; checked main reduction gears for backslash and alignment; measured crankshaft deflection and used trend analysis data to determined changes in diesel engines.
EDUCATION:
Coastline Community College
Major: AA Supervision and Management
Immaculate Heart of Mary Academy
Graduate class of 2000
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING:
Shipboard Engineering Plant Program Manager 08/2014
Electrical/Mechanical Equipment Repairman Trainee 05/2013
Emergency Operation Center(EOC) Incident Management Team (IMT)06/2013
Introduction to Incident Command System 06/2013
Adams for Supervisor 05/2013
Facility Response Team (FRT) 05/2012
Propulsion Fuels And Oils and Jp-5 Systems and testing 09/2006
Work Center Supervisor Leadership Course 04/2008
Auxiliary Boiler Water/Feedwater Test and Treatment Certification 09/2010
PROFESSIONAL RATINGS, AWARDS, AND RECOGNITIONS:
Secret Clearance
Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (1 Award)
Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (6 Awards)
OTHER INFORMATION:
Working Knowledge of WINDOWS/OFFICE 2003, EXCEL, POWER POINT
U.S. MILITARY SERVICE INFORMATION:
Active Duty: 07/2003 to 08/2016 - U.S. Navy
Campaign badges and/or expeditionary medals received: Southwest Asia Service Medal; Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal: Global War on Terrorism Medal; Kuwait Liberation Medal.
Other Than Honorable Discharge
Date: 06/30/2015
ADDITIONAL DATA SHEET:
1. Appointment Eligibility: Veterans Employment Opportunity Act Eligible
2. Vet Preference: 5-Point Preference
3. Willing to Travel: 2 or More Days
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