JEFFREY L. VARNADOE
Perkinston,USA
Summary
With over two decades of experience, in the maintenance of U.S. Navy shipboard power generation and propulsion systems and equipment. I have demonstrated an understanding of complex systems, ensuring optimal functioning and reliability. Skilled in identifying and resolving issues, minimizing downtime and maximizing operational efficiency. I have a proven track record of success, confident in leading and contribute to the mission by leveraging knowledge and experience in shipboard power generation and propulsion systems maintenance.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Test Engineer
Huntington Ingalls Industries
04.2023 - Current
- Overseeing test procedures associated with the operation on the Main Engines and Equipment. Leading a ten man crew during flushing and operations of main engines, and associated equipment.
Foreman
Huntington Ingalls Industries
04.2011 - 10.2022
- Foreman supervising the overhaul of the USS Fitzgerald DDG-62. Supervising the updates of multiple ships on both east and west bank. Working on Main Propulsion, Auxiliaries, Deck equipment and helping with combat systems. At the Avondale yard I managed an eight man crew. Acting as assistant Foreman of X36 preventive maintenance crew and did paper work required of the foreman each day. Other responsibilities overseeing flushes of engines, and the preventive maintenance of eight ships.
Outside Machinist
Northrop Grumman
06.2010 - 04.2011
- Read and interpret blueprints for layout, drilling and installing Bridge Windows, Overhead Air Conditioning Units, Overhead Cranes, Overhead Helo Hanger Doors, Remote Operator for assorted valves. Various Pumps and Ventilation fans.
Power Production Maintenance Mechanic
IAP Worldwide Services
09.2009 - 05.2010
- Responsible for operations and maintenance of all Mobile Generators and Light Carts on the base.
Outside Machinist
VSE Corporation
11.2007 - 03.2009
- Responsible for supervising, and training of apprentices under the Egyptian National Apprentice Program. This includes removal, disassembling, cleaning and inspect all mechanical parts for wear or defects of HAPC. Assisted in the disassemble, cleaning and inspection of several hull valves.
Generator & Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Lear Seigler Inc.
02.2007 - 08.2007
- Service and repair of equipment for the United States & Iraq Armies. Including D5-D4 Bulldozers, M998 & M997 Humvee, M918 Hemtt’s, John Deere Excavators, Sea Trucks Performed scheduled maintenance and road test. Worked on front drive train and engine, transmissions and rear end change out. 5K &100 KW Portable Generators performed scheduled maintenance, troubleshoot electrical and mechanical. Performed load test. Changed out prime engines and fabrication of new generator panels.
NC Machine Operator
Trinity Yachts
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Responsible for reading the blue prints for layout and machining assignments, manually program the machines required. Fabricating parts from various materials to make hull plating, mast, flanges, man-way covers, tank covers, I and T Beams.
Outside Machinist
Northrop Grumman
03.2004 - 01.2006
- Read and interpret blueprints for layout, drilling and installing Bridge Windows, Overhead Air Conditioning Units, Overhead Cranes, Overhead Helo Hanger Doors, Remote Operator for assorted valves. Various Pumps and Ventilation fans.
Assembler/Hydro Test Technician
Struthers Industries
08.1998 - 06.2003
- Responsible for the fabrication, assembly, and hydro static testing of commercial boiler systems. Including working on heat ex-changers and tanks.
Hydro static Technician
Valley Systems
12.1996 - 08.1997
- Responsible for the supervision of 3-man crew involved in the hydro static cleaning of refinery in New Orleans and Mississippi. This included heat ex-changers, coolers and tanks, and various other industrial piping systems.
Shore Intermediate Maintenance Activity
U.S. Navy
11.1993 - 11.1996
- Performed emergency depot level repair of propulsion plant equipment for 2 FFG, 1CG, and 1DDG docked at Naval Station Pascagoula. Including rebuild of heat ex-changers for lube oil, fuel oil, saltwater and air conditioning systems. Overhaul high and low pressure Air Compressors.
Destroyer USS Arthur W. Radford
U.S. Navy
12.1990 - 11.1993
- Responsible for the operation and maintenance of ships propulsion auxiliary and power generating systems and equipment. Duties included maintenance, inspection and engine change outs of LM2500, and Alison 501K17 Gas turbine. Rebuilding and changing of Centrifugal Fuel,Oil pumps, purifiers, Reduction gears and valves. During underway-steaming operations performed duties of engine room supervisor Reporting directly to Chief Engineer.
Cruiser USS San Jacinto (CG-56)
U.S. Navy
08.1987 - 12.1990
- Member of 10-man work center that maintained and performed corrective maintenance on various shipboard engineering systems.
Education
High School -
Telfair County High School
McRae, Ga01.1986
Certificate of completion - undefined
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
01.1997
Gas Turbine class "A" school - undefined
U.S. Navy
01.1987
Skills
- Maintenance
- Power Generation
- Propulsion Systems
- Issue Resolution
- Operational Efficiency
- Leadership
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Military Courses Completed
- Fire Fighting
- High Pressure Flexible Hose Repair
- Heat Ex changers Distilling Systems
- Air Compressor Repair
- Shipboard sewage systems
- Qualifications
- U.S. Navy DD-963 class ship engine room operator
- Gas Turbine change out team
- Shipboard Maintenance and Material management
- Class "A" Commercial Drivers License
- Conversational Arabic language
Timeline
Test Engineer
Huntington Ingalls Industries
04.2023 - Current
Foreman
Huntington Ingalls Industries
04.2011 - 10.2022
Outside Machinist
Northrop Grumman
06.2010 - 04.2011
Power Production Maintenance Mechanic
IAP Worldwide Services
09.2009 - 05.2010
Outside Machinist
VSE Corporation
11.2007 - 03.2009
Generator & Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Lear Seigler Inc.
02.2007 - 08.2007
NC Machine Operator
Trinity Yachts
01.2006 - 01.2007
Outside Machinist
Northrop Grumman
03.2004 - 01.2006
Assembler/Hydro Test Technician
Struthers Industries
08.1998 - 06.2003
Hydro static Technician
Valley Systems
12.1996 - 08.1997
Shore Intermediate Maintenance Activity
U.S. Navy
11.1993 - 11.1996
Destroyer USS Arthur W. Radford
U.S. Navy
12.1990 - 11.1993
Cruiser USS San Jacinto (CG-56)
U.S. Navy
08.1987 - 12.1990
Certificate of completion - undefined
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Gas Turbine class "A" school - undefined
U.S. Navy
High School -
Telfair County High School
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