Joel Gonzalez
Riverside,CA
Summary
Professional in nuclear mechanical operations with significant experience in maintenance, repair, and supervision of complex systems. Strong focus on team collaboration, safety protocols, and achieving operational goals. Effective problem-solver with flexible approach to changing needs, ensuring reliability and efficiency. Skilled in technical diagnostics, equipment management, and leadership.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Phone Sales Associate
Boost Mobile
San Bernardino, CA
09.2024 - Current
- Upheld a favorable and professional company image during all customer engagements.
- Directed logistics efforts ensuring timely delivery of phone accessories to 180 retail locations.
- Controlled inventory for consistent product readiness.
Warehouse Associate
Amazon
Bloomington Ca
06.2022 - 05.2024
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and complete tasks efficiently.
- Displayed adaptability by taking on various roles within the warehouse as needed, including receiving, shipping, or inventory control duties.
- Consistently met or exceeded productivity targets while maintaining high standards for quality and safety.
- Assisted in training new hires, sharing best practices and providing support for their integration into the team.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
- Problem solved inventory with pending issues.
- Maintained optimal product sorting efficiency by troubleshooting sorting stations.
Nuclear Machinist Mate Supervisor
US Navy
Groton, CT
04.2019 - 01.2022
- Contributed to a strong safety culture within the operational spaces by prioritizing safe work habits at all times during operations.
- Provided mentorship to junior operators by sharing technical knowledge and offering guidance on best practices within the field of nuclear operations.
- Safeguarded personnel by enforcing strict adherence to radiation protection guidelines during operations.
- Assisted in the development of training materials for new operators, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of plant operations and safety procedures.
- Facilitated cross-training initiatives among team members, increasing overall knowledge base within the department while also enhancing workforce flexibility.
- Assisted in planning and executing scheduled outages for maintenance work, minimizing downtime while ensuring safe working conditions.
- Performed detailed analysis on plant wide parameters, identifying potential issues before they escalated into larger problems.
- Responded effectively to emergency situations, executing established procedures to minimize risk and protect personnel and equipment.
- Minimized unplanned shutdowns through diligent monitoring and troubleshooting of reactor plant systems and operations.
- Performed surveillance tests, gathered data and inputted information into internal database for further review and permanent recordkeeping.
- Provided technical expertise during troubleshooting efforts, diagnosing complex issues quickly to minimize disruptions to operations.
- Dispatched formal orders or instructions to personnel through radiotelephone and intercommunication systems to coordinate auxiliary equipment operation.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by sharing best practices and lessons learned with other supervisors and team members across the organization.
- Reduced downtime during outages, coordinating efficient repair schedules for key reactor plant systems.
- Provided operational backup for plant evolutions by supervising proper operations in accordance with plant procedures.
- Developed and executed full-scale safety plan in case of emergency incidents and personally trained all supervisors on outlined procedures.
- Ensured adherence to strict regulatory guidelines by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of industry standards and best practices.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all operational activities, ensuring regulatory compliance and efficient communication among watchteam members.
- Established strong working relationships with colleagues across departments, fostering a collaborative environment conducive to achieving operational goals.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by closely monitoring progress and adjusting resources accordingly throughout each phase of execution.
- Oversaw budget management for the department, optimizing spending patterns without compromising operational efficiency or safety standards.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to implement design modifications and process improvements, resulting in increased efficiency and reliability of equipment.
Nuclear Mechanical Operator
US Navy
Groton, CT
01.2016 - 01.2022
- Completed rigorous training program in nuclear operations, mastering core principles of reactor mechanics and safety protocols.
- Maximized operational readiness by promptly responding to emergent work requests and addressing critical concerns.
- Assisted engineers in analyzing performance data to identify trends indicative of potential component failures or inefficiencies in reactor systems.
- Performed routine preventative maintenance on primary and secondary reactor plant systems
- Enhanced safety protocols by conducting thorough inspections and maintenance on nuclear systems.
- Supported continuous improvement efforts, identifying opportunities for process enhancements within the nuclear program.
- Facilitated knowledge transfer among watchteam members by providing expert guidance on technical matters related to nuclear propulsion systems.
- Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary teams to optimize plant performance and address complex issues.
- Streamlined reactor operations for increased efficiency through meticulous monitoring and adjustments.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by maintaining accurate records of routine checks, tests, and corrective actions taken.
- Enhanced team performance by implementing comprehensive training programs and skill development initiatives for nuclear machinist mates.
- Developed strong working relationships with vendors and suppliers, negotiating favorable terms on parts orders while maintaining quality control standards.
- Contributed to the development of departmental policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.
- Maintained accurate documentation of work performed, adhering to strict regulatory guidelines and facilitating audits when necessary.
- Reduced equipment downtime by conducting preventive maintenance and system evaluations, ensuring optimal functionality.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements, implementing changes that increased overall plant performance.
- Maintained plant safety by conducting thorough mechanical inspections and maintenance of nuclear systems.
Education
Naval Nuclear Power School
Charleston, SC2017
Rubidoux High School
Riverside, CA2013
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Procedural Compliance
- Quality Control
- Safety Compliance
- Dependable and responsible
- Critical thinking
- Calm under pressure
- Organization and time management
- Operational Efficiency
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Decision-making
- Flexible and adaptable
- Verbal communication
- Problem resolution
Timeline
Phone Sales Associate
Boost Mobile
09.2024 - Current
Warehouse Associate
Amazon
06.2022 - 05.2024
Nuclear Machinist Mate Supervisor
US Navy
04.2019 - 01.2022
Nuclear Mechanical Operator
US Navy
01.2016 - 01.2022
Naval Nuclear Power School
Rubidoux High School