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JACKSON DESIMONE

Ashaway,RI

Summary

Versatile and results-oriented training and project management professional with a proven record of delivering high-impact learning experiences and driving cross-functional initiatives across diverse industries. Skilled in designing and facilitating engaging, learner-centric programs that support organizational goals and foster continuous improvement. Known for exceptional communication, strategic leadership, and a relentless commitment to operational excellence. Adept at aligning training initiatives with business objectives to accelerate performance, enhance team capabilities, and lead transformative change.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Safe Access and Rescue Instructor

Survival Systems USA.
01.2021 - Current
  • Spearhead the delivery of high-impact safety training programs for personnel within the renewable energy sector, with a strategic focus on wind turbine installations and associated high-risk environments.
  • Facilitate immersive classroom instruction and scenario-based practical exercises encompassing critical safety domains, including working at heights, manual handling, fire safety, emergency first aid, sea survival, and technical rope rescue operations.
  • Leverage a multidisciplinary instructional approach to optimize participant engagement, reinforce safety protocol comprehension, and cultivate operational proficiency with specialized safety equipment.
  • Conduct rigorous performance assessments and deliver targeted, constructive feedback to ensure participant competency, risk mitigation capability, and readiness to respond effectively to emergency situations.
  • Proactively align training curricula with evolving industry standards, regulatory frameworks, and emerging best practices, driving continuous improvement and ensuring full compliance across all instructional offerings.

Underwater Survival and Egress Instructor

Survival Systems USA.
01.2020 - Current
  • Lead specialized training programs focused on emergency egress procedures for submerged or sinking aircraft and maritime vessels, enhancing operational safety for personnel in high-risk environments.
  • Provide expert instruction on the deployment and utilization of critical lifesaving equipment, including emergency breathing apparatus and other survival gear, to ensure preparedness under extreme conditions.
  • Deliver comprehensive education on the hazards of over-water flight, promoting situational awareness and instilling the confidence required for effective emergency response.
  • Empower participants with actionable survival strategies and practical skills, significantly improving their ability to achieve positive outcomes in crisis scenarios.
  • Incorporate a diverse range of instructional tools and methodologies to bridge knowledge gaps, sustain learner engagement, and drive long-term knowledge retention across varying levels of experience.

Preventative Maintenance Plan Coordinator

Survival Systems USA.
01.2020 - 03.2024
  • Architected and led the implementation of comprehensive, data-driven preventive maintenance programs designed to enhance asset reliability, optimize system performance, and extend the operational lifespan of critical infrastructure.
  • Collaborated strategically with cross-disciplinary stakeholders to identify mission-critical assets, establish risk-informed maintenance schedules, and define standardized protocols aligned with organizational goals and regulatory mandates.
  • Authored and maintained detailed technical documentation, including procedural manuals, inspection checklists, and compliance logs, ensuring operational transparency and audit readiness.
  • Conducted rigorous inspections and condition-based monitoring, proactively identifying failure indicators and executing targeted interventions to eliminate unplanned downtime and avert high-impact equipment failures.
  • Directed coordination efforts with internal departments and third-party contractors, ensuring seamless execution of complex maintenance tasks, repairs, and upgrades with a focus on safety, efficiency, and minimal operational disruption.
  • Oversaw strategic procurement and lifecycle management of essential tools, diagnostic equipment, and critical spares, ensuring inventory readiness and continuity of maintenance operations.
  • Drove measurable gains in reliability, safety, and cost efficiency through disciplined adherence to maintenance protocols and continuous refinement of best practices.
  • Championed a culture of continuous improvement, leveraging performance analytics and root-cause evaluations to streamline maintenance workflows, optimize asset utilization, and reduce total cost of ownership.

Education

Oral Communication, College Writing, English Composition

Community College of Rhode Island
Warwick, RI
01.2018

General Studies

University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI
01.2017

High School Diploma - undefined

Chariho High School
Wood River Junction, RI
01.2016

Skills

  • Public Speaking & Presentation
  • Risk Assessment & Hazard Identification
  • Safety Protocol Implementation
  • Curriculum Development & Instruction
  • Proactive Problem Solving
  • Leadership & Team Building
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Microsoft Office & Presentation Software Proficiency
  • Water & Rope Rescue Expertise

Certifications Training

  • Various OSHA Trainings (Transcripts available)
  • Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency Security Training (Online STEPP transcripts available)
  • Global Wind Organization (GWO) Basic Safety Training (including Sea Survival) Instructor Certification - SSUSA 2023
  • GWO Advanced Rescue Training - SSUSA 2025
  • Visual Cylinder Inspection-PSI-PCI 2022
  • Oxygen First Aid and Neurological Assessment- D.A.N. 2022
  • GWO Enhanced First Aid - 2022
  • Helicopter Underwater Egress Training - Compressed Air - EBS - SSUSA 2025
  • Rescue Diver- PADI 2019
  • Various STEPP online Security Trainings (Transcript available)

Timeline

Safe Access and Rescue Instructor

Survival Systems USA.
01.2021 - Current

Underwater Survival and Egress Instructor

Survival Systems USA.
01.2020 - Current

Preventative Maintenance Plan Coordinator

Survival Systems USA.
01.2020 - 03.2024

General Studies

University of Rhode Island

High School Diploma - undefined

Chariho High School

Oral Communication, College Writing, English Composition

Community College of Rhode Island
JACKSON DESIMONE