Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Timeline
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Donald C. Hackney III

Donald C. Hackney III

Bryan,TX

Summary

Motivated U.S. Navy veteran and skilled technician with strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills. Bringing a positive attitude, commitment to continuous learning and growth, and value as an addition to any organization.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification

Work History

PDM SPECIALIST

NRG
12.2023 - Current
  • Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
  • Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
  • Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
  • Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
  • Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.

Instrument and Calibration Tech, PDM Tech

SEMINOLE ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE INC
04.2017 - 10.2023
  • Perform oil samples and analyze data from the oil lab to determine oil condition and life.
  • Trend and monitor oil on critical equipment such as turbines, coal yard and our diesel fuel tanks.
  • Performed calibrations and or repairs of a wide spectrum of electrical, electronic, RF/microwave, pH/conductivity, temperature, and physical/dimensional test equipment.
  • Maintain integrity and perform safe and efficient maintenance of all instrumentation and control systems and equipment in accordance with established procedures.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.

Field Service Technician

CONTROL SOUTHERN MECHANICAL SERVICES
09.2016 - 04.2017
  • Provided technical support to troubleshoot, repair and maintain operational efficiencies in hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems.
  • Managed on-site and off-site installation, repair, maintenance, and test tasks.
  • Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.

Field Service Technician

EMERSON PROCESS MANAGEMENT
01.2015 - 07.2016


  • Provided technical support to troubleshoot, repair and maintain operational efficiencies in hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems.
  • Managed on-site and off-site installation, repair, maintenance, and test tasks.
  • Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.

Lead Quality Control Inspector

SAIC LEIDOS
10.2012 - 04.2014
  • Facilitated AFCTC3, CDT and NCM3 Material Review Board (MRB) and non-conforming material.
  • Performed root cause analysis to identify and resolve defects, improving quality standards.
  • Active in manufacturing and engineering support groups.
  • Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
  • Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.

Aviation Machinist Mate Second Class

U.S. NAVY
06.1999 - 10.2012
  • Certified as a P-3 / P-8 power plant overhaul mechanic.
  • Power Plants day shift supervisor directly responsible for the training, mentoring and qualifying 10 junior maintainers.
  • Qualified as an Airframes and Power Plant Collateral Duty Quality Assurance Representative (CDQAR). I performed in process quality assurance inspections on 18 P-3 and 2 P-8 naval aircraft.
  • Received Senior Maintainer of the month of December 2007.
  • Lead Mechanic for Detachment Ten from Dec 2008 - Dec 2010. Directly responsible for scoring a 4.14 and 4.31 out of a possible 5.0 scale on Deployment Readiness Inspection (DRI).
  • Aviation Gas Free Engineer (AVGFE) and Confined Space Entry Authority (EA) qualified.
  • Collateral Duty Quality Assurance Representative (CDQAR) Dec 2008-Jun 2010 on SH-60B/SH60F/SH-60HH helicopters.
  • Program monitor for Vibration Analysis Program and the Navy Oil Consumption Program (NOAP).
  • Received Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (5x).
  • Awarded Navy Good Conduct Medal (4x).
  • Earned my Enlisted Aviation Warfare Specialist (EAWS) qualification pin.
  • Received a Flag Letter of Commendation from Air Wing Fleet Admiral.
  • Removed, lubricated, and adjusted mechanical equipment parts.
  • Read and interpreted technical documentation.


Education

Aviation Gas Free Engineer (AVGFE) -

OSHA
Mayport, FL
08.2008

Leading Petty Officer Leadership Course -

02.2008

Work Center Supervisor Leadership Course - undefined

05.2007

SH-60F / HH-60H Power Plants and Related Systems Consolidated Maintenance -

03.2007

P-3 Power Plant and Related Systems -

02.2004

1-1-60 Power Plants and Related Systems - undefined

04.2000

Aviation Maintenance Mate Helicopter Fundamentals strand -

10.1999

Aviation Machinist Mate Common Core - undefined

09.1999

Basic Military Training Facility Boot Camp for US Navy -

US NAVY
Great Lakes, IL
08.1999

High School Graduate -

Oak Ridge High School
06.1999

Machinery Health Vibration Analysis CAT 1

Emerson
Round Rock, TX
06-2024

Machine Lubrication Technician 1

International Council For Machinery Lubrication
Palatka, FL
10-2023

Level 1 Ultrasound -

SDT
Tampa, FL
12.2021

Skills

  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
  • Microsoft Windows OS (XP, Vista)
  • Strong technical and analytical skill sets
  • Self-motivated
  • Emergency response
  • Failure management
  • Compliance monitoring
  • Maintenance and repair
  • Vendor relations
  • Technical troubleshooting

Certification

  • Certified Machinery Health Vibration Analysis CAT 1, Emerson - June 10, 2024
  • Certified Machinery Lubrication Technician, International Council for Machinery Lubrication - October 13, 2023
  • Certified Electrical/Mechanical Specific Level 1 Thermal/Infrared Thermography, The Snell Group - November 13, 2019


Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

PDM SPECIALIST

NRG
12.2023 - Current

Instrument and Calibration Tech, PDM Tech

SEMINOLE ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE INC
04.2017 - 10.2023

Field Service Technician

CONTROL SOUTHERN MECHANICAL SERVICES
09.2016 - 04.2017

Field Service Technician

EMERSON PROCESS MANAGEMENT
01.2015 - 07.2016

Lead Quality Control Inspector

SAIC LEIDOS
10.2012 - 04.2014

Aviation Machinist Mate Second Class

U.S. NAVY
06.1999 - 10.2012

Work Center Supervisor Leadership Course - undefined

1-1-60 Power Plants and Related Systems - undefined

Aviation Machinist Mate Common Core - undefined

Aviation Gas Free Engineer (AVGFE) -

OSHA

Leading Petty Officer Leadership Course -

SH-60F / HH-60H Power Plants and Related Systems Consolidated Maintenance -

P-3 Power Plant and Related Systems -

Aviation Maintenance Mate Helicopter Fundamentals strand -

Basic Military Training Facility Boot Camp for US Navy -

US NAVY

High School Graduate -

Oak Ridge High School

Machinery Health Vibration Analysis CAT 1

Emerson

Machine Lubrication Technician 1

International Council For Machinery Lubrication

Level 1 Ultrasound -

SDT