James Lundy
Lewisberry,Pennsylvania
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in Nuclear Reactor Operations. Proficient in system monitoring, troubleshooting, and regulatory compliance, ensuring peak performance and safety. Recognized for strong critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and maintaining rigorous safety standards in high-pressure environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Utility Plant Operator
PA Department of Corrections
05.2025 - Current
- Operates and maintains equipment for optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Records inside and outside process readings on daily log sheets.
- Adjusts and maintains plant equipment for safety and performance.
- Performs minor mechanical work and routine equipment maintenance.
- Adjusts pumping systems, chemical feeders, auxiliary equipment, control systems storage tank levels and pump stations indicators.
Career Break
None
05.2023 - 05.2025
- Career break to care for elderly family members prior to passing, addressed personal health issues, and worked on developing new skills.
Nuclear Machinist's Mate
US Navy
05.2017 - 05.2023
- Ensured optimal performance reliability by operating and maintaining nuclear propulsion systems.
- Enhanced safety protocols through routine inspections and troubleshooting of reactor components.
- Implemented effective system upgrades in collaboration with engineering teams and stakeholders.
- Improved operational efficiency by managing maintenance schedules for critical machinery.
- Enhanced crew preparedness by leading emergency response drills and ensuring safety compliance.
- Fostered skill advancement by developing training programs for junior personnel.
Education
MMN Certification - Nuclear Engineering And Operations
Navy Nuclear Training Command
Charleston, SC04-2019
High School Diploma -
Cumberland Valley High Scool
Mechanicsburg, PA05-2014
Skills
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Standard operating procedures
- Radiation safety protocols
- Reactor operations
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking Abilities
- Critical thinking
- Equipment operation
- Operational recordkeeping and analysis
Accomplishments
- Served as PSNS liaison during shipyard to assist with and perform plant operations for plant testing and intensive maintenance.
- Served as lead Reactor Fill maintainer and tester within first year on board during full system certifications after dry dock overhaul, supervising and directing teams of 30+ members.
- Successfully wrote and certified shipboard reactor containment systems and procedures in collaboration with PSNS codes 2340 and 246 during maintenance periods.
- Assisted in training and certifying dozens of new operators as part of the Propulsion Plant Drill Team.
Certification
Naval Certifications
- 3M 301
- QA 301-303
- Chief Reactor Watch
- Propulsion Plant Drill Team
PA DoC Certifications
- Basic First Aid
- Basic CPR
Timeline
Utility Plant Operator
PA Department of Corrections
05.2025 - Current
Career Break
None
05.2023 - 05.2025
Nuclear Machinist's Mate
US Navy
05.2017 - 05.2023
MMN Certification - Nuclear Engineering And Operations
Navy Nuclear Training Command
High School Diploma -
Cumberland Valley High Scool