Andrew Spitzer
Lakeside,CA
Summary
Nuclear machinists mate PO1 in the United States Navy. Served aboard CVN 71 from April 17- June 21. Qualified chief machinery operator, N25S NEC. Qualified QA 301, 302, 303, and 305 as well as up to 3M 308. Acted as my division’s work center supervisor, supervising and coordinating both corrective and preventative maintenance for my division through two scheduled PIAs. Performed duties as drill team member during Dec 20-May 21 deployment training and implementing nuclear watch standers on emergency response procedures. During my shore command I have worked in Shop 38N specializing in nuclear valve repair and other support maintenance to ensure submarine deployment capabilities. I have worked both in a worker and work leader role during my time. I am currently working on my BAS in Nuclear Engineering Technologies with Excelsior University and hope to finish my degree with my GI bill once I separate from the military. I will be leaving the service Jan 2025.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Nuclear Machinist Mate
Navy
San Diego, CA
12.2014 - Current
- Responded to system or unit abnormalities, diagnosed causes and recommended corrective actions.
- Maintained, tested, adjusted and calibrated a variety of nuclear propulsion plant components such as pumps, valves, turbines and reactors.
- Maintained smooth and consistent plant operations by monitoring and adjusting boilers, turbines, wells and auxiliary equipment.
- Operated and maintained nuclear reactor propulsion plants and associated auxiliary equipment.
- Read and understood manuals, schematics, charts and diagrams.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on all components of the nuclear propulsion system including pumps, valves, turbines and reactors.
- Adhered to regulatory and organizational operations policies governing nuclear equipment maintenance and performance.
- Installed new components or replaced existing parts on machinery related to nuclear power generation.
- Performed preventive maintenance on all machinery related to the operation of the nuclear power plant.
- Conducted daily inspections of all machinery used to operate the nuclear power plant.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
Education
Training School -
NPTU Ballston Spa
Ballston Spa, NY02-2017
Training School -
NNPTC
Goose Creek, SC12-2015
High School Diploma -
South Torrance Highschool
Torrance, CA06-2014
Bachelor of Science - Nuclear Engineering Technologies
Excelsior College
Albany, NYSkills
- Replacing Parts
- Inspecting Equipment
- Report Writing
- Operating Boilers
- Safety Practices
- Lubricating Components
- Maintaining Equipment
- Repairing Propulsion Machinery
- Emergency Response Procedures
- Performance Monitoring
- Quality Assurance
- Quality Control
- Procedure Implementation
- Hazardous Material Handling
- Maintenance Coordination
- Recordkeeping Skills
- Safety Management
- Worker Training
- OSHA Standards
- Team Work
- Professional Communication
Accomplishments
- Received two Navy Achievement medals during my time on board CVN 71
Affiliations
- Purchased my first home in July of 2022 and actively do house projects to improve the home
- My fiance and I enjoy camping
- I enjoy cooking and trying new methods of cooking
- My home gym has been a blessing to stay in shape
- Recently purchased bikes with my fiance to improve our cardio
- Enjoy going to music show and festivals to see some of my favorite DJs
Timeline
Nuclear Machinist Mate
Navy
12.2014 - Current
Training School -
NPTU Ballston Spa
Training School -
NNPTC
High School Diploma -
South Torrance Highschool
Bachelor of Science - Nuclear Engineering Technologies
Excelsior College