Clayton Haynes
Bostic,NC
Summary
Coast Guard veteran with 8 years of electronics maintenance experience and proven leadership skills. Expertise in troubleshooting complex technical issues, resulting in enhanced system functionality and reliability. Track record of improving team efficiency and delivering high-quality electronic repair outcomes. Committed to ongoing professional development to maintain industry knowledge and optimize performance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Electronics Technician
Temporary Duty Division
Honolulu, Hawaii
04.2023 - 09.2025
- Managed a team of electronics technicians in the performance of daily tasks, and supervised electronics maintenance teams to ensure efficient operations and safety compliance.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment across four different Coast Guard assets, identifying issues before they escalated into failures.
- Tested circuitry and electronic components according to engineering instructions, technical manuals, or knowledge of electronics to make accurate repair decisions.
- Conducted quality assurance tests on Coast Guard cutter-installed electronic systems to ensure reliability and performance.
- Implemented safety protocols when working with high-voltage transmitters to prevent damage to equipment and injury to personnel.
- Installed complex system upgrades across twelve Coast Guard assets from drawings provided by the Time Compliant Technical Order (TCTO).
- Maintained accurate records of all repairs performed, including an electronic logbook detailing the parts used and the time spent on each job.
- Assisted in training fifteen junior staff members on proper installation, troubleshooting, maintenance techniques, and safety procedures.
- Restored equipment and subassemblies by replacing defective components across ten URGIII 4kW transmitters, resulting in $120k savings for the Coast Guard.
Lead Electronics Technician
Coast Guard Cutter Joseph Gerczak
Honolulu, Hawaii
07.2021 - 04.2023
- Developed deployment strategies for improving operational efficiency and effectiveness while away from the home port.
- Managed multiple upgrades and audits across the Coast Guard cutter while meeting tight deployment deadlines.
- Developed and organized preventive maintenance schedules to minimize equipment downtime, enhance reliability, and maximize productivity levels.
- Installed, diagnosed, and disposed of six faulty uninterruptible power supply devices used for the electronics suite aboard the ship.
- I trained junior technicians on the maintenance and repair of electronic equipment, equipment handling, and troubleshooting methodologies, as I was the only senior electronics technician.
- Routinely diagnosed and repaired malfunctioning electronic systems while deployed, restoring them to full operation and preventing the impairment of Coast Guard missions.
- Implemented quality control procedures to maintain high standards in electronics repair work across the ship.
Electronics Technician
Electronic Support Detachment
Manteo, North Carolina
06.2018 - 07.2021
- Routinely installed and repaired electronic systems, ranging from navigation to communication equipment, across four different Coast Guard asset types.
- Diagnosed technical issues using testing equipment and troubleshooting techniques.
- Replaced defective parts using soldering techniques as required, such as communication connectors and circuit board components.
- Performed preventive maintenance on navigation and communication electronics systems to ensure optimal performance.
- Established and tested a tower climbing equipment system to ensure compliance with safety regulations and Coast Guard standards.
- Assisted in installing five complex navigation electronic upgrade assemblies from drawings provided by the Time Compliant Technical Order (TCTO).
- Oversaw calibration and inventory of 36 specialty electronic devices and equipment to ensure precise operation and accountability.
- Leveraged outstanding communication, interpersonal, and people skills to work well with clients across four Coast Guard units, totaling 14 assets.
Boat Crew Member/Boarding Team Member
Coast Guard Station Curtis Bay
Baltimore, Maryland
07.2016 - 05.2018
- Collaborated with team members to execute smooth boat operations daily.
- Communicated with other crew members regarding navigational information, vessel speed, and water depth.
- Responded to emergency situations quickly and calmly, while maintaining a professional demeanor.
- Assisted in search and rescue operations, responding to distress calls from mariners.
- Conducted regular safety inspection boardings to identify hazards and compliance issues.
Education
High School Diploma -
R-S Central Highschool
Rutherfordton, NC05-2015
Skills
- Equipment installation
- Troubleshooting techniques
- Preventive maintenance
- Quality assurance
- Team supervision
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Project management
Accomplishments
- Written for a Coast Guard Letter of Commendation leaving ESD Outer Banks
- Written for a Coast Guard Achievement Medal leaving the Coast Guard Cutter Joseph Gerczak
- Written for a Coast Guard Letter of Commendation leaving the Temporary Duty Division
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Electronics Technician
Temporary Duty Division
04.2023 - 09.2025
Lead Electronics Technician
Coast Guard Cutter Joseph Gerczak
07.2021 - 04.2023
Electronics Technician
Electronic Support Detachment
06.2018 - 07.2021
Boat Crew Member/Boarding Team Member
Coast Guard Station Curtis Bay
07.2016 - 05.2018
High School Diploma -
R-S Central Highschool
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