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Dominic N. Walsh

Jarrettsville,MD

Summary

Results-driven facilities and operations leader with over 30 years of experience managing complex systems, leading preventative maintenance programs, and ensuring regulatory compliance in high-stakes environments. Proven expertise in overseeing critical infrastructure, coordinating contractors, and driving cost-effective solutions through hands-on problem-solving and strategic planning. Skilled in staff supervision, budget management, and stakeholder communication, with a track record of maintaining operational excellence and safety. Eager to leverage extensive technical and leadership experience to enhance facility operations.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner and Operations Contractor

Chief Engineering LLC
11.2017 - Current
  • Company Overview: Chief Engineering LLC provides independent facility diagnostics and operational oversight for complex systems, ensuring cost-effective maintenance and compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Lead operations, maintenance, and safety for the Nuclear Ship Savannah, contracted by Radiation Safety & Control Services, ensuring compliance with United States Coast Guard, American Bureau of Shipping, and OSHA regulations, mirroring Joint Commission standards.
  • Direct preventative maintenance and repair of critical systems (HVAC, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, plumbing, lighting, access control), reducing downtime and external contractor costs, directly applicable to managing building infrastructure and equipment life cycles.
  • Oversee contractor performance, evaluating proposals and recommending efficient solutions, saving owners significant expenses through in-house repairs and competitive vendor negotiations, akin to coordinating with architects, engineers, and suppliers.
  • Develop and implement policies, training programs, and emergency drills, maintaining a zero-incident safety culture, transferable to ensuring Interim Life Safety Measures and Infection Control Risk Assessments.
  • Manage budgets, procurement, and vendor contracts, ensuring facility readiness while controlling costs, relevant to developing and submitting departmental budgets.
  • Supervise and train staff, conducting performance reviews and fostering team efficiency, aligning with workforce planning and personnel management responsibilities.
  • Deliver detailed reports to stakeholders on operations, budgets, and system performance, demonstrating strong communication skills for liaising with administrators and departments.
  • Contract Ends September 2025

Chief Engineer

United States Coast Guard Licensed Officer (Unlimited Horsepower)
03.2015 - 10.2017
  • Led engineering operations, ensuring environmental compliance and cost efficiency through hands-on repairs, relevant to managing clinical and support spaces.
  • Patriot Contract Services

Chief Engineer

Marine Engineers Beneficial Association (Union)
07.1996 - 10.2017
  • Directed engineering and facility operations across multiple vessels for companies including Patriot, Keystone, Maersk, and Military Sealift Command, retiring in 2017 to found Chief Engineering LLC.
  • Managed preventative maintenance and hands-on repairs of mechanical systems under tight deadlines, ensuring operational continuity, directly transferable to facility maintenance and work order management.
  • Supervised crews of up to 25, implementing safety training and protocols that reduced incidents, applicable to overseeing grounds, building maintenance, and staff development.
  • Optimized resource use, managing facility systems to lower costs, relevant to energy conservation and mechanical systems management.
  • Coordinated with contractors and stakeholders, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, akin to handling contractual agreements and maintaining accreditation standards.
  • Various Locations

First Engineer Deck Officer

Keystone Shipping Co.
01.2013 - 01.2015
  • Supported specialized operations for chemical weapons neutralization, managing complex systems under Department of Defense oversight, demonstrating adaptability to high-stakes environments.
  • MV Cape Ray

First Engineer

Keystone Shipping Co.
12.2010 - 03.2013
  • Managed preservation and maintenance, contributing to the 2012 Steamship Society’s Ship of the Year Award, showcasing expertise in maintaining critical infrastructure.
  • Nuclear Ship Savannah

Education

Bachelor of Science - Marine Engineering

Massachusetts Maritime Academy
Buzzards Bay, MA
01.1996

Continuing Education - Facility Management, HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical Systems, Safety, And Hazardous Materials Handling

Calhoun Engineering School
Easton, MD

Damage Control School

Naval War College
Newport, RI

Skills

  • Certifications: Universal HVAC Technician (Type I, II, III, Current 2025), Hazardous Materials Technician (Current 2025), Radiation Safety Officer (Current 2025), USCG Chief Engineer License (Unlimited Horsepower, Steam, Motor, Gas Turbine), Emergency Response (First Aid, CPR, Advanced Firefighting, First Responder, Current 2025)
  • Technical Skills: Facility management, preventative maintenance, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, energy conservation, life-cycle project management, Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (Maximo, NSE, ABS MyPortal)
  • Software Proficiency: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Costpoint (budgeting/reporting)
  • Compliance & Security: Transportation Worker Identification Credential, Secret Clearance (DoD, inactive)

Awards

Awards: Merchant Marine Expeditionary Medal (Operation Iraqi Freedom), 2012 Steamship Society Ship of the Year Award

Timeline

Owner and Operations Contractor

Chief Engineering LLC
11.2017 - Current

Chief Engineer

United States Coast Guard Licensed Officer (Unlimited Horsepower)
03.2015 - 10.2017

First Engineer Deck Officer

Keystone Shipping Co.
01.2013 - 01.2015

First Engineer

Keystone Shipping Co.
12.2010 - 03.2013

Chief Engineer

Marine Engineers Beneficial Association (Union)
07.1996 - 10.2017

Bachelor of Science - Marine Engineering

Massachusetts Maritime Academy

Continuing Education - Facility Management, HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical Systems, Safety, And Hazardous Materials Handling

Calhoun Engineering School

Damage Control School

Naval War College

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