Brandon Smith
MOYOCK,NC
Summary
Adept Damage Controlman with a proven track record at the US Navy, where I spearheaded safety initiatives and optimized emergency response strategies. My expertise in advanced firefighting and personnel management significantly enhanced shipboard safety, achieving a notable reduction in emergency response times. Skilled in damage assessment and leading cross-functional teams, I excel in high-stakes environments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Damage Controlman
US Navy
06.2004 - 07.2024
- Conducted thorough investigations into incidents related to damage control, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Optimized resource allocation during emergencies by establishing clear priorities based on potential impact to personnel and equipment.
- Managed hazardous materials effectively, mitigating risks associated with spills or accidents on board the vessel.
- Improved emergency response times through the development and execution of comprehensive drills simulating various shipboard emergencies.
- Collaborated with other departments to develop cohesive strategies for addressing various types of shipboard emergencies.
- Championed safety initiatives by leading cross-functional teams tasked with identifying and addressing potential risks to shipboard personnel and equipment.
- Assisted in maintaining watertight integrity of the ship by inspecting and servicing hatches, doors, scuttles, and other fittings regularly.
- Performed critical maintenance tasks on life-saving equipment such as breathing devices, fire pumps, hoses, nozzles ensuring peak performance during emergencies.
- Reduced fire hazards onboard by implementing effective training programs for firefighting techniques and procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Deep Creek High School
Chesapeake, VA06.2001
Skills
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Confined Space Entry
- Damage Assessment
- Water Tight Integrity
- Gas-free engineering
- Advanced firefighting
- Chemical, Biological, Radiological Defense
- Portable Damage Control Equipment
- Personnel Management
Timeline
Damage Controlman
US Navy
06.2004 - 07.2024
High School Diploma -
Deep Creek High School
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