Allahn Appling
Summary
Maritime engineering professional with 6+ years of experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance aboard government vessels. Skilled in troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, plumbing systems, fuel transfer operations, electrical equipment, and shipboard engineering systems. Earned multiple promotions within Military Sealift Command from Wiper to Engine Utilityman and most recently to Second Electrician through technical expertise, training, and proven performance. Dedicated to safety, operational readiness, and maintaining mission-critical equipment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Second Electrician
Military Sealift Command (Department of the Navy)
Norfolk
09.2019 - Current
- Military Sealift Command (Department of the Navy)
- Second Electrician | March 2026 – Present
- Engine Utilityman (EU) | 2023 – March 2026
- Wiper | September 2019 – 2023
- Began career as a Wiper and earned multiple promotions through performance, training, and technical development.
- Perform mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on shipboard equipment and auxiliary systems.
- Conduct plumbing repairs including toilets, sinks, drains, flushometers, and fixtures.
- Stand engineering watches on vessels with boiler, steam, and diesel propulsion systems.
- Support fuel transfers, tank soundings, and bunkering operations while following environmental and safety regulations.
- Inspect, maintain, and repair CHT systems and related equipment.
- Handle HAZMAT materials in compliance with Department of Defense and maritime safety standards.
- Utilize hand tools, power tools, and technical manuals to maintain operational readiness.
Auto Mechanic Helper
Carafellos
Norfolk
12.2018 - 09.2019
- Assisted mechanics with vehicle maintenance and repairs.
- Performed oil changes, tune-ups, brake service, and parts replacement.
- Supported diagnostics and troubleshooting of mechanical issues.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Education
Bayside High School
Virginia Beach, VASkills
- Mechanical Maintenance
- Preventive Maintenance
- Troubleshooting & Repair
- Plumbing Systems
- HAZMAT Handling
- Fuel Transfer Operations
- Power & Hand Tools
- Safety Compliance
- Equipment Inspection
- Electrical troubleshooting
Certification
- QMED – Electrician/Refrigerating Engineer
- QMED – Fireman/Oiler/Watertender (FOWT)
- RFPEW
- EPA Universal Certification
- First Aid / CPR / AED
- Secret Security Clearance
Timeline
Second Electrician
Military Sealift Command (Department of the Navy)
09.2019 - Current
Auto Mechanic Helper
Carafellos
12.2018 - 09.2019
Bayside High School