Humberto Chavez
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Dynamic Cryogenic Technician with extensive experience at the US Navy, skilled in cryogenic safety protocols and leak detection techniques. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and ensure compliance through meticulous inspections and collaborative problem-solving. Recognized for exceptional teamwork and reliability in high-pressure environments.
Skilled machinist with expertise in operating and maintaining complex machinery. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Dependable and adaptable, excelling in troubleshooting, precision measurement, and safety protocols. Known for reliable performance and effective problem-solving in dynamic environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cryogenic Technician
US Navy
04.2024 - Current
- Operate and maintain cryogenic systems to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance
- Conducted inspections as well as performing diagnoses to identify equipment damage/malfunctions.
- Installed and calibrated cryogenic storage tanks and associated systems.
- Distributed liquid/gaseous oxygen and nitrogen to meet mission needs.
- Documented operational data and performed maintenance activities for regulatory compliance and quality assurance.
- Provide support during emergency situations and operations involving cryogenic systems or hazardous leaks to mitigate risks to personnel and work space.
- Developed operating procedures to safely enhance efficiency for cryogenic operations
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to produce and install components for cryogenic equipment.
- Manage and distribute maintenance and inspections for cryogenic systems and equipment.
- Conduct and track samples for liquid oxygen ensuring safe conditions for pilots and medical staff.
Machinist Mate
US Navy
01.2020 - 12.2023
- Operated and maintained propulsion machinery to ensure optimal performance.
- Conducted routine inspections on bearings for turbines and shafts to identify signs of failure, wear, and lubrication issues.
- Utilized precision measurement tools to verify accuracy of machined components for turbines.
- Interpreted techinical schematics and drawings to execute machining tasks according to specifications.
- Assisted in training junior sailors on proper measuring and maintenance on turbine systems.
- Assisted in training junior sailors on propulsion systems on nuclear vessels as well as damage control.
- Documented and maintained logs for quality control, inspections, and maintenance performed on turbine systems.
- Monitored and maintained heat stress conditions in nuclear spaces.
- Collaborated with cross functional teams to maintain healthy water conditions for the vessel, and reactor spaces.
- Adapted quickly to new technology and programs introduced to maintain inspections and maintenance.
- Managed and distributed maintenance, and inspections as a work center supervisor.
Education
Associate's in Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
ECPI University
Virginia Beach, VA05-2025
Skills
- Piping system design
- Pressure vessel inspection
- Hazardous materials handling
- Instrument calibration
- Mechanical aptitude
- leak detection techniques
- Pump trouble shooting techniques
- Cryogenic safety protocols
- Gas handling procedure
- Valve repair and replacement
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Reliability and flexibility
- Excellent communication
Certification
- Cryogenic Technician certified on March 19, 2024
- EPA refrigerant handler (TYPE II) certified on March 19, 2024
- Non-nuclear engineer certified on January 2020
Timeline
Cryogenic Technician
US Navy
04.2024 - Current
Machinist Mate
US Navy
01.2020 - 12.2023
Associate's in Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
ECPI University
Navy Achievement medal
Received the Navy achievement medal for training, tracking qualifications, and performing nuclear training inspections as the Training petty officer (TPO) aboard the USS George Washington.