Brandon Dodson
Avon,IN
Summary
Thorough Engineering Technician equipped with strong attention to detail and recognize potential issues before problems occur. Highly alert while performing job tasks and determined problem-solver. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Engineering Technician II
Terracon
08.2023 - Current
- Followed standard operating procedures for concrete inspections and tests.
- Trained other workers in inspection and testing procedures.
- Monitored product quality at all stages of construction process.
- Tested and inspected asphalt using a nuclear gauge, probing etc.
Plumber's Apprentice
Summers PHC
02.2023 - 08.2023
- Worked from drawings, sketches, or verbal instructions to install and modify plumbing systems.
- Assisted licensed plumbers in installation and repair of plumbing systems.
- Used pipe wrenches, saws and drills safely to execute basic and complex plumbing tasks.
- Installed plumbing systems and fixtures in residential and commercial properties.
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
Maintenance Technician
Robin Run Senior Living
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Inspected buildings, grounds, and equipment for unsafe or malfunctioning conditions.
- Carried out building updates such as painting surfaces, replacing fixtures, and reorganizing rooms.
- Performed scheduled maintenance on electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
- Completed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to diagnose problems with equipment and systems.
- On average, a completion of 15 maintenance requests per day was achieved.
Material Handler Team Lead
DHL
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Supervised team of helpers, laborers and material movers to efficiently complete tasks.
- Met or exceeded production goals and objectives by following strict procedures.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve team productivity and efficiency.
- Handled day-to-day receiving overseeing more than 2500 packages per day
Assistant Work Center Supervisor
US Navy
06.2019 - 06.2022
- Developed and led an average of ten subordinates, keeping systems and equipment ready for large-scale use.
- Directly supervised and performed inspections on over five hundred maintenance hours.
- Established and enforced clear goals to keep employees working collaboratively.
- Provided ongoing training to address personnel needs.
- Maintained operating schedules to provide effective coverage for key areas and achieve objectives.
- Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback and coaching.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality and conformance.
Repair Parts Petty Officer
US Navy
06.2019 - 06.2022
- Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Directly in charge of and ensuring the constant needs of the department by ordering and maintaining a budget monthly, directed by the commanding officer.
- Keeping logs of every item in my possession which amounted too over 1.2 million dollars of products.
- Meet with high ranking officers and enlisted such as admirals, captains, and master chief to ensure I was keeping track of everything efficiently and correctly, never receiving lower than a 98% on an evaluation of my logs.
Maintenance Technician
US Navy
06.2019 - 06.2022
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Installed new systems, replacement parts and components to maintain proper operation.
- Conducted performance inspections, on maintenance equipment such as fire extinguishers, valves and lighting systems. I conducted over 600 hours of maintenance resulting in the completion of 320 spot checks and a 99% passing rate.
- Diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment using advanced troubleshooting abilities.
- Collaborated with other departments to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance schedules.
- Installed machinery and equipment according to blueprints and layout plans.
- Scheduled preventive maintenance programs to keep equipment in good working condition.
Safety Officer
US Navy
06.2019 - 06.2022
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to check compliance with fire, hazard and safety guidelines.
- Checked and calibrated equipment for safety.
- Maintained records documenting safety audits and accidents.
- Controlled hazardous waste storage and disposal.
- Submitted compliance reports to the Safety department.
- Created safety bulletins, flyers and educational materials promoting safety awareness.
- Managed safety and health programs, enforcing compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.
- Held safety training and traffic safety instructional courses which led to marked improvements in safety culture across personnel groups.
- Authored, coordinated and delivered mass educational briefings focused on occupational mishap trends and prevention.
- Conducted regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and prevent accidents and injuries.
QA Craftsman
US Navy
06.2019 - 06.2022
- Consulted with management and personnel to educate on QA standards.
- Monitored QA procedures for adherence by personnel, notifying leadership of non-compliance issues.
- Inspected and repaired products to meet project expectations.
- Collaborated with the chain of command to discuss effective plans for resolving major quality problems.
- Extracted and organized metrics to monitor results for internal quality reports.
- Increased process improvement initiatives by troubleshooting problems for corrective action to boost functionality and workflow.
- Routinely tested products to ensure temperature, specifications and ingredient levels conformed with best practices and quality standards.
Security Officer
US Navy
10.2018 - 06.2019
- Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of rules, policies and regulations.
- Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property.
- Documented security-related situations and submitted in-depth reports to superiors.
- Searched individuals and baggage for weapons and other prohibited items.
- Verified photo IDs and tickets to allow guests passage.
- Assessed fire detectors and alarm systems to prevent and address issues.
- Responded to accidents and administered first aid to individuals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
ECPI University
Virginia Beach, VA02.2026
High School Diploma -
Perry Meridian High School
Indianapolis, IN05.2018
Skills
- Relationship Building
- Team Management and Supervision
- Regulatory Compliance
- Performance Management
- Report Preparation and Analysis
- Quality Assurance
- Time Management
- Workflow Optimization
- Staff Development and Training
- Motivational Leadership
- Multitasking and Organization
- Microsoft Office, Excel
Accomplishments
- First Plumber's apprentice to achieve employee of the month. (company wide)
- Sailor of the quarter. (Fleet Wide)
- Second in the running for sailor of the year. (Fleet Wide)
- Revolutionizing the security maintenance department, My ship the USS John C. Stennis was the first ship in the entire navy to receive there own maintenance department and i was the very first member and played a pivotal role.
Certification
- Dispatcher/ ESS Monitor
- Maintenance Planner
- Repair Parts/ Supply Petty Officer
- Watch Commander
- QA Craftsman
- Maintenance Person
- Chief of the guard
- Reaction force team leader
- Sentry
- Fire watch stander
- first- aid and rescue
- Advanced firefighting
- Damage Control Petty Officer
- Work Center Supervisor
- AEL Custodian
- Safety Petty Officer
Timeline
Engineering Technician II
Terracon
08.2023 - Current
Plumber's Apprentice
Summers PHC
02.2023 - 08.2023
Maintenance Technician
Robin Run Senior Living
10.2022 - 02.2023
Material Handler Team Lead
DHL
06.2022 - 10.2022
Assistant Work Center Supervisor
US Navy
06.2019 - 06.2022
Repair Parts Petty Officer
US Navy
06.2019 - 06.2022
Maintenance Technician
US Navy
06.2019 - 06.2022
Safety Officer
US Navy
06.2019 - 06.2022
QA Craftsman
US Navy
06.2019 - 06.2022
Security Officer
US Navy
10.2018 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
ECPI University
High School Diploma -
Perry Meridian High School
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