Clifford Morgan
Naval & Facilities Engineering
Harrison,MI
Summary
Seasoned Facilities/Engineering Manager adept at seamlessly integrating project technical aspects and making information relatable to non-technical personnel. Experienced leader and program manager with 19-year history in field. Clear communicator, trainer, decision maker, and problem solver. I am retiring from military service and would like a position where my previous experience in the building trades as well as leadership can be utilized.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Facilities Engineering Manager
U.S. Coast Guard Sector Detroit
Detroit, MI
05.2016 - Current
- Prepared, checked and coordinated documentation to support component design and application.
- Managed departmental budget totaling over $150,000 annually
- Integrated architectural and engineering drawings to create cohesive packages.
- Established project goals to carry out directives of top management.
- Developed team communications and information for meetings.
- Supervised work of contracted employees to keep on task for timely completion.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Coordinated team of 16 engineering shop members for projects related to Electrical, mechanical, HVAC construction, welding, plumbing and equipment maintenance.
- Facilities managers for an estimated$18 million dollars worth of government property.
- Served as the local Fire Marshall for Sector Detoits AOR.
Engineering Shop Supervisor
U.S. Coast Guard- Sector Detroit
Detroit, MI
05.2013 - 05.2017
- Completed projects and work assignments despite tight deadlines.
- Established and optimized schedules to keep coverage and service in line with forecasted demands.
- Trained other employees on how to operate Special Purpose vehicles and load carrying safely
- Managed bookkeeping, expenses and other financial aspects of business.
- Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Trained new employees in the safe use of various tools such as saws, drills, welders, plasma cutters, and other various building trade related tools.
- Responsible for the training and career development of 7 other employees who qualified in their respective trades.
Housing Manager
U.S. Coast Guard Station Milford Haven
Hudgins, VA
07.2010 - 05.2013
- Conducted home and apartment inspections to identify safety issues and needed repairs.
- Conducted community workshops to promote different programs and educate public on available services.
- Managed 8 residential houses, meeting with residents to answer questions, address concerns and clarify policies and procedures.
- Oversaw an estimated $350,000 worth of contracted repairs and services.
- Completed several remodeling projects such as kitchens, and bathrooms to improve the quality of living for residents.
- Provided training on home maintenance and basic construction practices to several employees and customers.
Damage Controlman
U.S. Coast Guard- USCGC Barbara Mabrity
Mobile, AL
07.2007 - 06.2010
- Completed annual, and monthly inspections and any basic repair need to uphold strict performance standards.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure high levels of productivity.
- Trained personnel in shipboard firefighting, and casualty response.
- Managed preventative maintenance program, providing training and insured proper implementation with policies.
- Qualified on and operated the shipboard 25,000lb crane for the purpose of buoy recovery, placement and maintenance. Trained and qualified three other employees with its use as well.
- Stood engineering watch on the ships main propulsion plant, and diesel generators. Provided training to new employees on proper maintenance and operation of engineering plant.
Hull Maintenance Technician
U.S. Coast Guard- CGC Escanaba
Boston, MA
04.2004 - 06.2007
- Tested fire suppression and response systems noting issues and completing preventive maintenance.
- Communicated with outside vendors to attain appropriate parts and tools.
- Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents or non-conformance issues.
- Tended operating machinery to identify equipment malfunctions and locate sources of product defects.
- Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.
- Provided top quality control to eliminate maintenance downtime.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Inspected structures, machinery, and equipment to determine failure and causes for concern.
- Followed detailed maintenance and operational schedules to complete projects and keep vehicles functioning.
- Documented machine irregularities and completed repairs.
- Made routine adjustments to machines depending on use and season.
- Responded immediately to mechanical breakdowns and developed timely repair plan to minimize downtime.
- Completed expert welding and maintenance of instruments throughout the ship.
- Increased overall lifespan of equipment by following preventive maintenance plans and executing unscheduled repairs.
- Trained new employees in the implementation of welding and plumbing repairs.
Tech School Student
U.S. Coast Guard- TRACEN Yorktown
Yorktown, VA
01.2004 - 04.2004
Education
No Degree - Home Inspection
AHIT
Brookfield, WI 06.2019 - 04.2020
No Degree - Construction And Facilities Support
Thomas Edison State University
Trenton, NJ 03.2016 - Current
Skills
Training and mentoring
Compliance understanding
Team Building
Proposal creation
Multitasking Abilities
Training and Development
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Attention to Detail
Teamwork and Collaboration
Structural welding
Tool repair and maintenance
Project Management
Fabrication
Equipment Maintenance
Blueprint and diagram review
Protective gear
Measurement and calculation accuracy
Team-oriented and dependable
Construction knowledge
Safety and compliance
Forklift trained
Heavy Equipment Operation
Hand and power tool operation
Employee training
Fire prevention
Disaster management
Emergency Response
Leadership
Building repairs
Technical inspections
First Aid/CPR
Maintenance and Repair
Dependable and Responsible
Timeline
No Degree - Home Inspection
AHIT
06.2019 - 04.2020
Facilities Engineering Manager
U.S. Coast Guard Sector Detroit
05.2016 - Current
No Degree - Construction And Facilities Support
Thomas Edison State University
03.2016 - Current
Engineering Shop Supervisor
U.S. Coast Guard- Sector Detroit
05.2013 - 05.2017
Housing Manager
U.S. Coast Guard Station Milford Haven
07.2010 - 05.2013
Damage Controlman
U.S. Coast Guard- USCGC Barbara Mabrity
07.2007 - 06.2010
Hull Maintenance Technician
U.S. Coast Guard- CGC Escanaba
04.2004 - 06.2007
Tech School Student
U.S. Coast Guard- TRACEN Yorktown
01.2004 - 04.2004