Professional Summary

Operations Training / Assistant Operations Manager with over 30 years in the commercial nuclear power industry. Proven talent who specializes in monitoring, trending, troubleshooting, training, communication, and teamwork. A forward-thinking professional with success in all assigned roles with a desire and passion for self-improvement. I believe in life-long learning and have continued my goal of higher education throughout my career. Demonstrates leadership in the area of safety and establishes plant priorities with an operational focus for the organization.

Work Experience

Operations Training Manager, June 2022 to present Constellation Energy, IL

SRO License Certification at LaSalle Nuclear Power Plant (10/2022 to present)

Provide direction and supervise planning, analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation of site training programs, (equipment operator initial /continuing, licensed operator initial / continuing).

Participate in NRC, INPO, and management audits / assessmentsand provide responses to audit findings.

Acting Operations Director, January 2022 to May 2022

All AOM duties and senior management team strategic meetings and responsibilities.

Assistant Operations Manager, September 2019 to January 2022 NextEra Energy, Palo, IA

Plan, coordinate, and supervise the decommissioning dry fuel storage project.

Directly responsible for the performance, qualifications and conduct of the crews on watch.

Ensuring the safe operation of the facility as implemented by the operating crews.

Ensuring adequate short- and long-term staffing, including qualification.

Assisting in the development, implementation, and maintenance of high standards and management expectations for the operating crews.

Lead operations evaluator for licensed operator requal exam.

Operations Shift Manager, March 2008 to September 2019 NextEra Energy, Palo, IA

Lead the control room watch team in a structured diagnostic approach to combat and mitigate plant risk.

Ensure plant operations conform with the current Code of Federal Regulations, US Nuclear Regulatory Commission inspection guidance, and industry best practices.

Non-licensed operator training program owner and TRC chairman. Validate initial and requalification simulator scenarios, JPMs and written exams. Selected for INPO training renewal board.

Develop project plans, provide direction, and coordinate project activities associated with plant operations, engineering principles, and maintenance fundamentals.

Assume Plant Manager duties on backshift, weekend, and holiday watches in the absence of plant manager.

Selected to be Fuel Handling Supervisor (July 2018). Directed the Fuel Handling Crew, responsibilities included: fuel receipt, inspection, preparation and movement. Provide oversight for the operation of the fuel handling cranes, systems and equipment associated with the Fuel Handling Activities.

Operations Shift Manager, Loaned to Training, April 2018 to September 2019 NextEra Energy, Palo IA

Assisted in development, validation, and approval of the 2019 USNRC Senior and Reactor Operator Initial license written, simulator, and job performance exams.

Assist industry peers on initial license exam audit exams.

Developed and trained plant operator requalification and initial licensed operator classes.

Control Room Supervisor, July 2001 to March 2008 NextEra Energy, Palo, IA

Direct control room crew and production technicians during assigned shift in the operation, maintenance, and technical troubleshooting of power plant equipment.

Perform supervisory activities, including the development of employees, employee counseling, and motivation.

Maintain overall command and control while reinforcing the highest standards.

Generated troubleshooting guides and repair procedures, developed procedures for off normal operations, and created work planning to reduce man-hours and eliminate rework.

Control Room Reactor Operator, January 1988 to July 2001 NextEra Energy, Palo, IA

Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the nuclear power plant, all normal and emergency support systems, adjusting and monitoring core reactivity, control and direct the operation of the turbine generator, all electrical switching, prepare equipment clearances and ensure proper component and system isolation, coordinate maintenance and surveillance activities.

Equipment Operator, June 1983 to January 1988

Provided oversight for all in plant equipment supporting reactor operations including monitoring / operation plant equipment, verifying equipment clearances, and surveillance test procedures.

Performed electrical switchgear operations.

Engineering Co-op, January 1982 to June 1983 Toledo Edison at Davis Besse Nuclear Plant

Licensures

Senior Reactor Operator’s License obtained December 1999 from US Nuclear Regulatory Commission

Reactor Operator’s License obtained July 1986 from US Nuclear Regulatory Commission

INPO Instructor Certification, INPO Instructor Certification Program, August 2019

Education

Associate of Science in Applied Science, Terrra State Community College, Fremont, Ohio June 1983

INPO Instructor Certification, INPO Instructor Certification Program, August 2019

Relevant Skills

Excellent communication skills; effectively and efficiently communicate technical issues

High-level performer under pressure; able to manage multiple projects at once

Quick learner in ambiguous situations, critical thinker, complex problem solver, dedicated work ethic

Self-starter with initiative – volunteer for opportunities outside my role to develop new skills

Leadership skills: conflict resolution, effective communication, adaptability, ability to give and receive critical feedback and coaching that is fast, firm, and fair

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