Denzel Thomas
Norfolk,VA
Summary
A diligent, self-motivated, and ethical leader with a degree in management from Old Dominion University. Passions and skills include managing businesses which often leads to direct teams and projects. Eager to learn with a drive to excel in all endeavors while accepting complex situations. Also, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a great understanding of the flow production work. Information Specialist adept in researching scientific and technical information requests. Resourceful, energetic and results-oriented multitasker. Strong data collection, analysis and reporting skills. Interprets and relays highly technical information to various audiences while maintaining integrity of data and findings.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Rigger Mechanic/WG-10
Norfolk Naval Shipyard
08.2021 - Current
- As needed, conduct meetings to establish communications between multiple trades and technical codes for purposes of understanding future work assignments.
- Establish great rapport with team members as well as consumers to ensure reputable relationship.
- Consistently maintain communication with senior management of to assess project key events and milestones and estimates related to man-hours and material.
- Chair safety meetings during in-process work assignments and implement lessons learned as needed.
- Monitor progress of different projects to ensure completion, and as needed, document man-hour burndown to support applicable reporting
- Led and completed Dock Crane evolution which exchange new wire for main block without failure.
- Manipulated and overhauled systems such as Trim and Drain, Main and Auxiliary Steam, Main Feed System, Torpedo Tubes and Vertical Launch Systems, Ship Service equipment, and Reduction Gear overhaul and security
- Trained, supervised, and provided oversight to apprentices and newly hired mechanics to work in verbatim compliance manner with technical drawings and blueprint reading.
- Led and conducted weight test by doing static and dynamic load test with pull test machine, dynometer, and weights.
- Worked on Carriers Truman, Reagan, and Eisenhower by removing, replacing, maneuvering, testing, JBD Doors, AE-Valves, transmissions, SSTGs, Water box heads, Condenser Covers, AGEC, DFT tanks, and other components.
- Lead and worked on submarines San Francisco, Albany, John Warner, New Mexico, and Wyoming by removing, replacing, maneuvering, and testing shaft seals, electrical cabinets, trim and drain pumps, flex seal, photonic mass, HDR, and other components
- Multiple dockings and undocking of navy vessels which includes John Warner, Eisenhower, San Francisco, Wyoming, Truman, and Bush
- Positions as lead line handler and caisson movement
- Lead and completed RPSW pump (2200lbs) with different rigging gear such as; shackles, nylon, chain falls by drifting from different pick points in overhead.
- Lead and completed electrical breakers using Teflon, beam clamps, and chain falls.
- Used A-frames and air hoists to pull components from lower level of carriers.
- Crane rigger for multiple projects different components lifted are propeller, shaft, skid lifts, JLG, SPMT, Conex boxes, brows of different sizes, and many other components.
- Assisted property management team with locating items that was tagged with asset and DPAS numbers for code using Microsoft excel, word, and access.
- Led and supervised multiple jobs in rigging loft that includes swaging, fabricating, testing on pull test machine, cutting cables, repairing brows, and re-cabling cranes.
- Reduced project downtime with proactive equipment maintenance and prompt issue resolution.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations by staying updated on changes and conducting proper training sessions.
- Streamlined communication between riggers, crane operators, and supervisors for more efficient project execution.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors enabling access to high-quality materials at competitive prices.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders.
- Communicated with stakeholders on job milestones.
Rigger Apprentice
Norfolk Naval Shipyard
11.2017 - 08.2021
- Learned different aspects of rigging trade, to include basic knots, proper lifting and handling while applying them to job assignments, completion of comprehensive testing followed work completion.
- Trained and mentored newer apprentices and assured trade is done to naval standards while making teamwork and safety number one priority.
- Made sure all risk management and safety procedures are being followed utilizing leadership knowledge.
- Created new measuring system in lifting and handling of shafts weighing over 100,000 tons that resulted in reduction of production time.
- When required, applied critical thinking skills with goal of reducing man-hours to save project funding.
- Trained for and functioned as Nuclear Operator in lifting and handling department, limiting radiation exposure to others as close to zero as possible.
- Frequently interpreted complex work documents to ensure brief of workers understand processes that resulted in safe evolution.
- Review reports of plan prior to job planning and production
- Manage material control that supports with overhaul of naval vessels with zero incidents.
- Lifted and rotated propellers and fitted on to shafts using two hooks of crane creating complex lift.
- Determined correct rigging requirements for equipment based on job specifications and environmental conditions.
- Worked at heights and in confined spaces without difficulty.
- Consistently assumed additional responsibilities and worked extended hours to meet project deadlines.
- Enhanced team productivity through clear communication with colleagues regarding job assignments and expectations.
- Ensured compliance with OSHA regulations by implementing safe work practices at all times during rigging operations.
Education
Certificate - Project Management
Google
Mountain View, CA12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA05.2020
No Degree - Trade Technician
Tidewater Community College
Norfolk, VA02.2019
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Tidewater Community College
Norfolk, VA12.2014
Skills
- Order Interpretation
- Personnel Training
- Regulatory Compliance
- Analytical Skills
- Record Preparation
- Customer Service
- Process Improvement
- Problem Solving
- Conflict Resolution
- Decision Making
- Project Management
- Information Management
Certification
- Secret Security Clearance
- Forklift Operator
- Government Passport
- Crane Rigger Specialist
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
- DOD Cyber Awareness
- Radiation Worker
- Microsoft Proficient
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Education Credentials
- Project Management Certificate, Google Coursea Program, 12/2023
- Journeyman’s Card, Norfolk Naval Shipyard, Portsmouth, VA, Valedictorian, 08/2021
- Bachelor of Science in Management, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA, 05/2020
- Trade Technician Certificate, Tidewater Community College, Norfolk, VA, 3.86, Summa Cum Laude, 08/2018, 02/2019
- Associates of Science in Business Administrations, Tidewater Community College, Norfolk, VA, 3.25, Cum Laude, 08/2010, 12/2014, Member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc.
Accomplishments
- Member of Norfolk Naval Shipyard - Emergent Fly-Away Team; I assisted different naval vessels assigned to both Atlantic and Pacific Fleets in emergent work, which led to the continual mission service.
- Credited by NNSY Code 972 with creating a new system of lifting a shaft that saves the production shop time and money.
- Completed apprenticeship program early and in the top 5 percent of graduates in the class.
Contact Phone
(757) 701-7326, (757) 739-5250
Awards Appraisals
- Performance Award (2018) – Installation of Zero Turning Propulsion Motor, first time job in Norfolk Naval Shipyard.
- Performance Award (2019) – Conducted the installation of a propeller in record time saving the government of over $3M.
- Performance Award (2021) – Supported OCOUNS emergent repairs in Yokosuka, Japan, ensuring the Carrier Strike Group deployed on time.
- Monetary Award (2021) – leading shaft seals in Japan with no damages nor defects.
Chair of St. Jude for Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity Incorporated.
For the Norfolk alumni chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi, I am in charge of raising money for St. Jude. This also means building rapport with the community for their help.
Additional Information
Completely volunteer position and an extra curricular activity.
Timeline
Rigger Mechanic/WG-10
Norfolk Naval Shipyard
08.2021 - Current
Rigger Apprentice
Norfolk Naval Shipyard
11.2017 - 08.2021
Certificate - Project Management
Google
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Old Dominion University
No Degree - Trade Technician
Tidewater Community College
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Tidewater Community College