Derrick A. Leese
Pickford
Summary
Diligent Operator with 9 years experience in LOS. Versatile and results-driven professional with extensive experience across the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the United States Navy. Excelled in roles requiring precision in safety procedures and mechanical aptitude, leading to mishap-free operations and efficient project completions. Demonstrated strong leadership and multi-tasking abilities, contributing significantly to team and mission success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Lock and Dam Operator WY-5426-08
U.S Army Corps of Engineers
10.2015 - Current
- Managed multiple task simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Adapt to all changes in Lock Operations.
- As Crew 2 CDSO i make sure our crew performs all task as safely as possible.
- I recertified my weld test each year to help complete the mission.
- I am a certified WY08 Lock & Dam operator, locking through vessels in both MacArthur and Poe locks.
- I follow all procedures while handling mooring lines on both operational locks and make sure vessels are in correct positions. I adjust as needed for multiple vessels or unseen circumstances (like damage to wall in a vessels finale position or ice preventing finale position).
- As an operator I try to absorb as much information as i can from my leaders and chiefs, as well as all corps employees. Everyone has information and expertise that i try to learn to make me a better operator and help our mission as safe and effectively as possible.
Diver
Screening Systems International
08.2014 - 08.2015
- Commercial Diver, Building, Repairing, and dismantling traveling water screens. Both topside work and underwater, including inspections of intake structures at power plants and chemical plants.
- Worked closely with engineers and other professionals on specialized underwater projects.
- Conducted non-destructive testing of submerged materials to evaluate there structural integrity.
- Participated in emergency response drills for underwater accidents or incidents.
- Conducted underwater inspections of structures, pipelines, and other marine facilities.
Aviation Structural mechanic
United States Navy
07.2009 - 01.2014
- Served as Mid-check line division supervisor, for Fleet Air Reconnaissance Squadron Four.
- Led six plane captains and eight trainees in completing 546 turnaround inspections, 819 launch and recoveries and directed 185 ground maintenance engine turns leading to 9,189 mishap-free flight hours on eight E-6B Aircraft.
- Additionally my mentorship greatly contributed to 12 plane captain qualifications and licensing on 156 support equipment assets.
- Diagnosed root causes of failures based on pilots descriptions and diagnostic testing.
- Located cracks, breaks and leaks with in-depth evaluations of aircraft components.
- Detected wear and defects with visual inspections and precision instruments.
- Determined feasibility and best method of repair with skilled interpretation of manuals and service bulletins.
Education
Commercial Diving and Tending Certificate -
The Ocean Corporation
10840 Rockley Rd, Houston, TX 77099High School Diploma - undefined
Pickford Public Schools
Pickford, MI2008
Skills
- Power and hand tools
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Attention to Detail
- Data Entry
- Troubleshooting
- Quality Assurance
- Project Management
- Analytical Thinking
- Continuous Improvement
- Welding
- Equipment Operation
- Safety Compliance
- Time Management
- Decision Making
Awards
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal Navy Meritorious Unit Commendation Medal
Navy & Marine Corps Achievement Medal Navy Good Conduct Medal
Navy & Marine Corps Achievement Medal Navy Good Conduct Medal
Timeline
Lock and Dam Operator WY-5426-08
U.S Army Corps of Engineers
10.2015 - Current
Diver
Screening Systems International
08.2014 - 08.2015
Aviation Structural mechanic
United States Navy
07.2009 - 01.2014
Commercial Diving and Tending Certificate -
The Ocean Corporation
High School Diploma - undefined
Pickford Public Schools
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