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Wilbert J Duchard

Menifee,CA

Summary

Knowledgeable and highly-experienced shipyard employee, promoting more than seven years' experience working various departments of Continental Maritime and Nassco shipyard. Commands great diagnostics, troubleshooting, safety, computer knowledge, communication and customer service skills. Very eager to work with you.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Shipyard Safety

General Dynamics NASSCO
San Diego, CA
01.2019 - Current
  • Conducted safety training for employees and visitors to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
  • Assessed workplace conditions for potential hazards, such as chemical exposure and poor ergonomics.
  • Developed emergency response plans to address possible health and safety incidents.
  • Monitored employee activities to ensure adherence to established safety protocols.
  • Inspected equipment regularly to identify any potential safety issues.
  • Investigated accidents in workplace and reported findings to management.
  • Performed regular risk assessments to evaluate need for additional safety measures or procedures.
  • Provided guidance on safe work practices, such as proper lifting techniques, use of personal protective equipment.
  • Ensured that hazardous materials were properly labeled, stored, and disposed of according to applicable laws and regulations.
  • Educated workers on importance of wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment.
  • Identified areas where additional resources are needed in order to promote a safer working environment.
  • Coordinated activities between different teams within organization in order to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
  • Conducted audits of existing processes and procedures related to health and safety protocols in order to ensure compliance.
  • Developed basic working knowledge of company's OHSA standards, programs and goals to maintain compliant site operations.
  • Conducted safety briefings at beginning and end of shifts to inform crews of daily task safety hazards.
  • Monitored electronic surveillance systems, fire control systems and closed circuit security systems to keep eye on employee activities and behavior.
  • Inspected or evaluated workplace environments, equipment or practices to verify compliance with safety standards and government regulations.
  • Inspected specified areas to verify presence of fire prevention equipment, safety equipment and first-aid supplies.
  • Investigated adequacy of ventilation, exhaust equipment or lighting potentially affecting employee health and performance.
  • Actively participated in daily safety briefing pertaining to yard work environment.
  • Conducted safety inspections of job sites and equipment to identify potential hazards and recommended corrective action.
  • Monitored employee performance to ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
  • Maintained records of all incidents, including accident reports, near misses, and unsafe conditions or acts.
  • Investigated workplace accidents and provided recommendations for corrective actions as needed.
  • Provided training on safe work practices, emergency procedures, hazardous materials handling and other topics related to occupational health and safety.
  • Developed safety programs in accordance with OSHA standards and company policies.
  • Assisted in the development of new safety protocols for plant operations based on changes in regulations or industry best practices.
  • Ensured that all employees had proper personal protective equipment available at their workstations.
  • Participated in incident investigations by interviewing witnesses, taking photographs of the scene, collecting evidence, preparing written reports and making recommendations to prevent future occurrences.
  • Reviewed engineering drawings for design elements that could create a hazardous situation during operation or maintenance activities.
  • Facilitated hazard communication meetings between management personnel and front-line workers to discuss potential risks associated with particular tasks or processes.
  • Coordinated emergency response teams during drills or actual events such as fires, chemical spills.
  • Audited contractors' safety plans prior to commencement of work onsite.
  • Performed regular air quality tests to ensure a safe environment for workers.
  • Collaborated with various departments to develop strategies for improving workplace safety culture.
  • Served as liaison between management team and outside regulatory agencies when necessary.
  • Provided guidance on ergonomics program implementation throughout the facility.
  • Developed tools used to evaluate effectiveness of existing safety initiatives.
  • Conducted regular inspections of facilities to check compliance with fire, hazard and safety guidelines.

Telecommunications Technician

General Dynamics NASSCO
San Diego, CA
01.2019 - Current
  • Installed and maintained telecommunications systems, including routers, switches, and related hardware.
  • Troubleshot network issues to identify root causes of problems.
  • Performed regular maintenance checks on telecom equipment to ensure proper functioning.
  • Assisted with training users in the use of various telecommunication devices and applications.
  • Resolved customer complaints regarding telephone service or technical issues.
  • Provided remote support to end-users experiencing difficulties with their phone system.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving telecommunications systems malfunctions or outages.
  • Replaced faulty components in telecommunications systems as needed.
  • Collaborated closely with other IT personnel on projects related to telecom infrastructure upgrades.
  • Recommended solutions for resolving customer complaints concerning telephone service or technical issues.
  • Installed network interface devices and rearranged inside wiring.
  • Measured, cut, spliced and installed wires and cables.
  • Installed, set up and repaired devices and system components.
  • Provided installation, service and maintenance for broadband internet and digital telephone service.
  • Logged service calls and closed work orders by recording issues resolved and services provided.
  • Laid out cabling plans and ran through buildings to desired locations.
  • Assisted with developing long-term strategies to accommodate future needs of telecommunications network.
  • Briefed customers on equipment, usage and product specification.
  • Evaluated information provided and worked with customers to provide best possible solutions.
  • Installed and repaired distribution racks and cables.
  • Assembled and installed communication equipment.
  • Tested connections to verify power supplies and communication link functionality.
  • Installed, terminated, spliced and tested fiber optic cables.
  • Troubleshot and repaired fiber optic systems.
  • Programmed optical power meters to perform loss measurements.
  • Worked with other technicians as part of a team on large projects.
  • Provided training to personnel on proper use of tools and techniques related to fiber optics.
  • Set up service for customers by installing, connecting, testing or adjusting equipment.

Maintenance Electrician

General Dynamics NASSCO
San Diego, CA
06.2018 - Current
  • Troubleshot and repaired electrical systems and components of industrial machinery and equipment.
  • Installed, maintained, and tested electrical wiring, fixtures, control devices, and related equipment.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on all electrical systems, back up power systems, UPSs, fire control panels, yard PA systems, yard access systems and turn styles to ensure proper operation.
  • Inspected and tested circuit breakers, transformers, casualty stations, yard PA systems, crane communication components, and other electrical components.
  • Replaced defective parts such as switches, fuses, relays, faulty batteries and timers.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols and LOTO procedures were followed when working with high voltage or energized components.
  • Repaired or replaced worn or defective parts using hand tools or soldering iron.
  • Connected power cables to machines and equipment according to specifications.
  • Provided technical assistance to other maintenance personnel during repairs or installations.
  • Maintained accurate records of completed tasks and reported any defects found during inspections.
  • Identified potential hazards associated with electricity usage in the workplace.
  • Identified possibility for process improvement in all tasks and implemented environmental, cost, safety and energy efficient solutions within existing facilities.
  • Installed and repaired cables and wiring.
  • Installed and updated electrical appliances, fixtures and systems.
  • Reported on electrical maintenance, diagnostic tests and system performance.
  • Recommended equipment replacements and responded to fault requests.
  • Analyzed and documented test results on battery readings.
  • Tested electrical systems and circuit continuity using ohmmeters, voltmeters, or oscilloscopes.
  • Installed leads and connected cables to motors, apparatus and equipment.
  • Pulled insulated wires or cables through conduits to complete circuits.
  • Installed conduits or pipes inside partitions, walls or other designated, concealed areas.
  • Planned layout and installation of wiring and fixtures based on project specifications and building codes.
  • Addressed and resolved worksite safety hazards to reduce risk.
  • Trained workers to install, maintain and repair electrical equipment and fixtures.
  • Fabricated parts according to specifications using hand and power tools.
  • Advised management on issues of safety in continued equipment operation.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on all electrical systems to ensure proper operation.

Operations Specialist

USMC Camp Pendleton
San Diego
06.2002 - 01.2010
  • Conducted regular reviews of operational procedures to ensure compliance with company standards.
  • Identified areas of improvement in current operations systems and implemented changes accordingly.
  • Implemented new processes to streamline daily tasks, resulting in increased efficiency.
  • Collaborated with other departments to develop solutions that addressed operational issues across the organization.
  • Coordinated resources and personnel to complete projects on time and within budget constraints.
  • Provided training and guidance to staff on operational procedures, policies, and regulations.
  • Managed vendor relationships by negotiating contracts and monitoring service delivery levels.
  • Created documentation related to operational procedures such as SOPs.
  • Performed root cause analysis on identified problems to determine appropriate corrective action.
  • Reviewed existing operations processes for accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to internal guidelines.
  • Evaluated potential risks associated with proposed changes or modifications before implementation.
  • Reduced process lags and trained team members on best practices and protocols.
  • Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
  • Created plans to propose solutions to problems related to efficiency, costs or profits.

Education

Associate of Science - Computer Engineering

San Diego Mesa College
San Diego, CA

Skills

  • Customer Engagement
  • Time Management
  • Effective Communication
  • Professionalism
  • Critical Thinking
  • Quality Assurance Requirements
  • Problem-Solving
  • Data Entry
  • Records Maintenance
  • Customer Follow-Up
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Multitasking
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Organizational Skills

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
French
Limited

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Shipyard Safety

General Dynamics NASSCO
01.2019 - Current

Telecommunications Technician

General Dynamics NASSCO
01.2019 - Current

Maintenance Electrician

General Dynamics NASSCO
06.2018 - Current

Operations Specialist

USMC Camp Pendleton
06.2002 - 01.2010

Associate of Science - Computer Engineering

San Diego Mesa College

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