John Thompson
Johnson Creek,WI
Summary
Hardworking Electrical Maintenance Engineer with the ability to be proactive in equipment maintenance. Adept at explaining the functionality of equipment to staff and operators. Outstanding mathematics and physics proficiency with a 23 years background in the electrical and mechanical maintenance engineering industry.
Resourceful professional in specialized and tactical operations leadership, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess key skills in strategic planning, crisis management, and team leadership. Excel in critical thinking, communication, and adaptability, ensuring successful mission outcomes through effective problem-solving and collaboration.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Manager
U.S. Coast Guard Sector Lake Michigan
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
06.2024 - Current
- Enhanced project management tools and processes, resulting in an improvement in project tracking accuracy and team communication.
- Developed tools used to evaluate effectiveness of existing safety initiatives.
- Investigated workplace accidents and provided recommendations for correctiveactions as needed.
- Supervised safe handling, storage and disposal of hazardous materials.
Main Propulsion Assistant
USCGC HAMILTON (WMSL-753)
North Charleston, SC
06.2022 - 05.2024
- Oversaw ship's maintenance schedules on behalf of clients to maintain optimal efficiency and performance.
- Coordinated marine machinery and equipment repair designs for installation on vessels.
- Maintained records of repairs, inspections and other maintenance activities to ensure compliance with regulations.
Electrical Maintenance Engineer
U.S. Coast Guard
Honolulu, HI
07.2019 - 06.2022
- Troubleshot machine breakdowns and provided preventative maintenance services to machines.
- Consulted blueprints and repair manuals to complete high-quality repairs and restore optimal functionality.
- Recommended and initiated modifications to mitigate risks and achieve design compliance.
Engineering Supervisor
USCGC AHI (WPB-87364)
Honolulu, HI
06.2017 - 07.2019
- Maintained high standard of work quality by monitoring team performance and proactively correcting identified deficiencies.
- Assisted with value engineering processes to reduce project costs and maximize profitability.
- Coordinated projects at different stages with simultaneous deadlines and fast-paced schedules.
- Supervised and motivated engineering team members to surpass timeline and quality targets.
- Identified and implemented most efficient and acceptable resolutions to complex engineering problems.
- Maintained timely and accurate oral and written technical reports of engineering activities.
- Recommended design modifications to eliminate machine and system malfunctions.
- Mentored new engineering and production team members.
- Reviewed contractors' schedules and submission of shop drawings and samples.
Instructor
U.S. Coast Guard Training Center Yorktown
Yorktown, VA
07.2014 - 06.2017
- Developed guides and course materials to reinforce lecture information and help students learn.
- Uploaded online lessons and tools for students to use in studies.
- Evaluated students to uncover learning deficiencies and devise improvement plans.
- Built positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
- Developed and deployed oral and written assessment strategies for optimal review of student abilities.
- Delivered training program courses to meet validated agency requirements.
- Designed and enhanced programs that elevated teaching proficiency throughout facility.
- Maintained additional office hours each semester for students to discuss grades and ask questions.
- Participated in workshops and trainings to improve skills and learn new methods for classroom instruction.
- Observed and evaluated student performance and development and provided appropriate feedback on work.
- Evaluated student progress and adjusted learning plans to foster progress.
- Attended faculty meetings to brainstorm ideas and discuss methods for solving issues.
- Established objectives for lessons, modules and projects.
- Conducted tests and quizzes to evaluate student progress with course material.
- Observed other instructors to learn valuable techniques.
- Tutored students requiring additional instructional assistance after class.
- Mentored and counseled students with social adjustment and academic issues.
- Managed curriculum development and daily facility operations to align with corporate objectives.
- Helped students improve visual publication content by using video and social media storytelling.
- Managed and organized class records and reports.
Assistant Engineering Manager
USCGC MARGARET NORVELL (WPC-1105)
Miami, FL
08.2012 - 07.2014
- Provided troubleshooting and analysis for discovered electrical faults, offering potential solutions.
- Collaborated with mechanical engineers to resolve product development and maintenance issues.
- Used design software to produce electrical system schematics and diagrams.
- Monitored department spending to ensure it was in line with approved budgets.
- Frequently worked overtime, weekends and holidays.
- Performed monthly, semi-annual and annual Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS).
Assistant Engineer
USCGC LONG ISLAND (WPB-1342)
Valdez
05.2010 - 08.2012
- Avoided data loss by creating back-ups of programs.
- Participated in brainstorming sessions with cross-functional teams.
- Formulated plans using detailed drawings.
Senior Electrical Technician
U.S. Coast Guard Sector Field Office Valdez
- Programmed logic controllers based on customer requirements.
- Tested circuitry and electronic components according to engineering instructions, technical manuals or knowledge of electronics.
- Maintained system logs or manuals to document testing or operation of equipment.
Naval Electrician
USCGC RUSH (WHEC-723)
Honolulu
08.2005 - 09.2007
- Provided technical assistance to personnel working on troubleshooting tasks related to shipboard electronics.
- Trained workers to install, maintain and repair electrical equipment and fixtures.
- Supervised apprentices and assessed completed tasks, offering guidance and encouragement.
Electrical Apprentice
U.S. Coast Guard Marine Safety Office Valdez
Valdez
03.2003 - 08.2005
- Worked with a variety of materials including PVC conduits, copper wiring, aluminum wiring and MC cables.
- Planned layout and installation of wiring and fixtures based on project specifications and building codes.
- Inspected existing wiring to identify short circuits.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Engineering
Thomas Edison State University
Trenton, NJ06-2022
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical And Electrical Engineering
Motor Turbine Union(MTU) America
Canton, MISkills
- Project management
- Teamwork
- Professionalism
- Team leadership
- Technical training
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Project oversight
- Budgeting & estimating
- Safety compliance
Timeline
Engineering Manager
U.S. Coast Guard Sector Lake Michigan
06.2024 - Current
Main Propulsion Assistant
USCGC HAMILTON (WMSL-753)
06.2022 - 05.2024
Electrical Maintenance Engineer
U.S. Coast Guard
07.2019 - 06.2022
Engineering Supervisor
USCGC AHI (WPB-87364)
06.2017 - 07.2019
Instructor
U.S. Coast Guard Training Center Yorktown
07.2014 - 06.2017
Assistant Engineering Manager
USCGC MARGARET NORVELL (WPC-1105)
08.2012 - 07.2014
Assistant Engineer
USCGC LONG ISLAND (WPB-1342)
05.2010 - 08.2012
Naval Electrician
USCGC RUSH (WHEC-723)
08.2005 - 09.2007
Electrical Apprentice
U.S. Coast Guard Marine Safety Office Valdez
03.2003 - 08.2005
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Engineering
Thomas Edison State University
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical And Electrical Engineering
Motor Turbine Union(MTU) America
Senior Electrical Technician
U.S. Coast Guard Sector Field Office Valdez
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