Benjamin Schad
North Charleston,SC
Summary
Strategic Shutdown Coordinator with expertise in shutdown planning, safety compliance, and preventive maintenance. Enhances operational efficiency and ensures adherence to safety regulations. Experienced in equipment troubleshooting and optimizing workflows, facilitating effective team communication for smooth operational transitions and improved safety compliance during shutdowns. Proactive maintenance technician recognized for executing preventive maintenance and conducting quality assurance inspections. Committed to optimizing performance and ensuring safety compliance within industrial environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Shutdown Coordinator
Nuclear Power Training Unit
Goose Creek, South Carolina
09.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented shutdown plans, schedules, and procedures.
- Monitored compliance with safety regulations during shutdown operations.
- Created detailed work orders for all scheduled maintenance activities during a shutdown period.
- Coordinated communication between teams to support seamless operational transitions.
- Scheduled and led meetings with key personnel to align on project updates and plan changes.
- Monitored and documented progress of activities performed by assigned personnel throughout the process.
Maintenance Technician
Nuclear Power Training Unit
Goose Creek, South Carolina
06.2024 - 09.2025
- Executed preventive maintenance to enhance safety and reliability of machinery.
- Troubleshot complex electrical and mechanical issues with minimal downtime.
- Conducted routine inspections of plant equipment to identify wear or malfunctioning parts.
- Installed new pumps, compressors, valves and other mechanical systems.
- Documented all maintenance activities to maintain accurate operational records.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks in a nuclear power training environment.
Nuclear Mechanical Operator and Trainer
Nuclear Power Training Unit
Goose Creek, South Carolina
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Conducted training sessions on nuclear safety protocols and procedures to enhance team readiness.
- Operated and monitored mechanical systems within nuclear power facilities.
- Participated in drills simulating emergency scenarios involving radiation exposure risks to improve incident response.
- Monitored compliance with safety regulations while operating and handling hazardous materials, including radioactive waste and toxic chemicals.
QA Maintenance Planner and QA Supervisor
USS Nimitz, US Navy
Bremerton, Washington
07.2022 - 08.2023
- Developed and distributed standards for predictive and preventive maintenance for industrial machines and equipment, enhancing reliability and safety.
- Analyzed industry standards and best practices to refine maintenance strategies and techniques.
- Monitored employee work levels and optimized performance with strategic approaches.
- Trained employees on daily tasks while monitoring performance to elevate overall team efficiency.
- Assisted in training new personnel on maintenance processes and protocols.
- Inspected completed work to assess quality and identify skill gaps.
Work Center Supervisor
USS Nimitz, US Navy
Bremerton, Washington
05.2019 - 03.2022
- Managed daily activities of a 15-member work center, facilitating collaboration and efficiency among team members.
- Oversaw daily operations and workflows for maintenance tasks on aircraft carriers, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.
- Trained and mentored junior personnel in safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Mediated conflicts between team members, fostering a supportive environment and enhancing team cohesion.
- Prepared and presented reports on team performance, challenges, and achievements to senior management.
- Fostered a positive and motivating work environment, leading to an increase in team morale.
Education
Asbestos Supervisor
The Asbestos Institute
Phoenix, AZ03-2025
Nuclear Propulsion Plant Planners Course
Portsmouth, VA07-2022
Nuclear Mechanical Operator
Nuclear Propulsion Training Unit
Ballston Spa, NY05-2019
Mechanical And Reactor Plant Theory
Naval Nuclear Power School
Goose Creek, SC11-2018
Steam Plant Theory
Naval Nuclear Machinist Mate "A" School
Goose Creek03-2018
Skills
- Shutdown planning
- Safety compliance
- Compliance monitoring
- Hazardous material control
- Project scheduling
- Equipment maintenance
- Preventive maintenance
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Quality assurance
- Quality inspection
- Workflow optimization
- Performance metrics
Timeline
Shutdown Coordinator
Nuclear Power Training Unit
09.2025 - Current
Maintenance Technician
Nuclear Power Training Unit
06.2024 - 09.2025
Nuclear Mechanical Operator and Trainer
Nuclear Power Training Unit
08.2023 - 06.2024
QA Maintenance Planner and QA Supervisor
USS Nimitz, US Navy
07.2022 - 08.2023
Work Center Supervisor
USS Nimitz, US Navy
05.2019 - 03.2022
Asbestos Supervisor
The Asbestos Institute
Nuclear Propulsion Plant Planners Course
Nuclear Mechanical Operator
Nuclear Propulsion Training Unit
Mechanical And Reactor Plant Theory
Naval Nuclear Power School
Steam Plant Theory
Naval Nuclear Machinist Mate "A" School