Cononious Stewart
Waterloo,IA
Summary
Clearance: Secret (Active)
Experienced and highly motivated Navy Sailor Veteran with 6 years of hydraulic and elelectrical field performance. Skilled in safety, operations, maintenance, and training for flight deck operations and firefighting. Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and organizational skills contributing to team success. Thrives in high-pressure environments, excelling in multitasking and problem-solving. Proficient in advanced maintenance and repair techniques for electrical and mechanical equipment. Also with an understanding of customer service and meeting the consumers needs with accuracy and efficiency. Ready to leverage expertise and drive my career growth forwards.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Front End Sales Associate
HomeGoods, TJX Companies
03.2023 - Current
- Operated cash register to process payments from customers.
- Answered store and merchandise questions and led customers to wanted items.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
- Handled problems such as incorrect prices and missing tags independently.
- Kept front end clean, neat and well-stocked with merchandise to promote customer sales.
- Ensured that all displays were properly arranged according to company standards.
- Opened and closed cash registers by counting money, separating charge slips and balancing drawers.
- Restocked shelves with new products as needed.
- Ticketed, arranged and displayed merchandise to promote sales.
Process Plant Operator
Ingredion (Aerotek)
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Performed troubleshooting on process systems when issues arose.
- Evaluated product samples to measure quality control standards.
- Monitored gauges and meters to ensure optimal operation of the plant.
- Sampling and testing product.
- Filling tanks and/or transferring product.
- Maintained safety by adhering to regulations and plant procedures.
- Used SCADA system to maintain appropriate levels.
- Monitored and ordered raw materials and reagents according to budget and demand.
- Coordinated with supervisors to adjust processes in order to meet customer specifications.
- Performed physically demanding work, including lifting, carrying and moving heavy objects.
- Collected samples and documented information on experimental batches.
- Utilized computer systems to enter production data into databases.
- Performed tests and maintenance using specific instruments, equipment and tools.
Rigger
Aerotek
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Safely and efficiently rigged steel members for connectors and pre-assembled bent sections.
- Used bolts and clamps to attach pulleys and fix beams, ceilings and gin pole booms.
- Signaled and verbally directed workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads to protect workers and materials.
- Reviewed job specifications and site conditions to determine appropriate rigging configurations.
- Set up metal pipes and support cables in effective arrangements for required loads.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
Outside Machinist (Submarines)
Aerotek
06.2021 - 03.2022
- Performed repair work on hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical systems.
- Tested or assisted in testing of hydraulic machinery to prove satisfactory operation and acceptance.
- Sustained lockout and tag-out safety protocols by properly using equipment and materials.
- Dismantled and inspected components to complete necessary adjustments and repairs.
- Maintained, repaired and overhauled on multiple submarine hydraulic systems.
- Handled hazardous waste in alignment with company and environmental Osha policies and regulations.
- Grinding, torquing, installation, and precision measurements of all major components on vessel.
AVIATION BOATSWIAN MATES
United States Navy
06.2015 - 05.2021
- V-2 Division 3rd Class Petty Officer.
- Responsible for the upkeep, overhaul maintenance, and operations of all Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch and Recovery systems.
- Lead over 500+ maintenance actions mishap free resulting in fully operational equipment.
- Successfully mentored 26 sailors resulting in a 75% increase in qualification standards.
- Worked alongside maintenance crew to complete repairs and restore full functionality with minimal downtime.
- Installed and maintained visual landing aids to guide pilots.
- Lead a with crew of 15 sailors to maintain smooth and efficient operations.
- Conducted on-the-ground training, evaluated results and scored trainees in performance.
- Employed manual signals to make quick corrections to aircraft movements.
- Installed and configured landing equipment and safety components to protect crew and assets.
- Documented special tracking information, including weather and emergency signals.
- Instructed safety protocols when launching, operating and landing aircraft to protect crew, equipment and vessels.
- Completed over 4,000 corrective and preventive maintenance action forms which resulted in the contributed to successful launch and recovery of 211 fixed wing aircraft during CVN 78 compatibility testing.
- Participated in local prevention programs, conducting public education activities to promote fire public awareness.
- Utilized industry and military knowledge to identify and address contaminants, including hydraulic fluid, lead, oil, and zinc in various hazmat locations on aircraft vessel.
Epoxy Applicator
US Navy
03.2017 - 10.2019
- Two year crew member of Deck and Tile.
- Responsible for preparation, resurfacing, and laying of epoxy coating on over 117,000 sq. Ft of deck surface. Ensuring the preservation of USS Gerald R. Ford decking structural integrity.
- Inspected floor surface to assess condition and correct any imperfections potentially affecting carpet or flooring installation.
- Applied filler compound and finish to floors to seal wood.
- Evaluated and analyzed work area and effectively planned flooring layout for over 1200+ projects.
- Measured floor area to be carpeted and estimated required materials.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Created agendas and communication materials for team meetings.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wendell Phillips Academy
Chicago, ILSkills
- Safety Precaution, Overhauling Systems, Equipment Installation, Fire Suppression
- Operation, Relief Valves, Report Writing, Emergency Support, Cash Handling Skills
- Maintenance Coordinator
- Advanced First-aid Rescue
- Damage Control Basic Fire Fighting
- PRC/EPOXY Flooring Coating specialist
- Inventory specialist
- Safety Reports
- Emergency Response
- Landing aid installation
- Equipment Inspection coordinator
- Hydraulic machine operator
- OSHA Regulations
- Rigging and Setting
- Load Calculations
- Environmental Conditions
- Retail Loss Prevention
- Retail Store Operations
- Merchandising Knowledge
- Adjusting Chemical Levels
- Equipment Inspection
- System Monitoring
- Calibrating Instruments
- SCADA Operations Knowledge
- Controls Monitoring
- Tank Levels Knowledge
- Quality Assurance
Certification
- 301 Maintenance Technician.
- NEC: D09A Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System (EMALS) Operator and Maintainer
- NEC: D09A Advanced Arresting Gear (AAG) Operator and Maintainer
Additional Information
- 98 off-duty service hours over the course of eight events to Wreath's Across America.
- 12 off duty service hours of the set-up and break-down of the Aviation Boatswain's Mates Association Annual Conference.
- Security Clearance Active: Secret
Timeline
Front End Sales Associate
HomeGoods, TJX Companies
03.2023 - Current
Process Plant Operator
Ingredion (Aerotek)
09.2022 - 01.2023
Rigger
Aerotek
03.2022 - 08.2022
Outside Machinist (Submarines)
Aerotek
06.2021 - 03.2022
Epoxy Applicator
US Navy
03.2017 - 10.2019
AVIATION BOATSWIAN MATES
United States Navy
06.2015 - 05.2021
High School Diploma -
Wendell Phillips Academy
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