JOSEPH HONAKER
Chesterfield,VA
Summary
I am a dedicated Nuclear Professional with 30 years of Technical Maintenance experience in Commercial Nuclear Generation and the Automotive Manufacturing Industries. I bring exceptional integrity, organizational expertise, and advanced technical skills coupled with proven Supervisory experience in Nuclear Power Generation. My core philosophy centers on delivering the HIGHEST QUALITY work by employing the proper tools and techniques while strictly adhering to safety standards as well as procedure use and adherence. Additionally, I am committed to continuous improvement, both personally and organizationally, through effective coaching, training, and process refinement to enhance my diverse and extensive skill set.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager – Nuclear Site Services
Dominion Energy
Surry, VA
07.2024 - Current
- Company Overview: Surry Nuclear Power Station
- Managed projects from inception to completion, encompassing siting and environmental considerations.
- Estimated and anticipated total project expenses.
- Coordinated and executed change order tasks.
- Handled the submission of purchase orders promptly.
- Resolved disputes efficiently, ensuring a harmonious work environment.
- Monitored and evaluated potential risks consistently.
- Controlled financial expenditures with precision.
- Managed plant enhancement initiatives.
- Engage with multiple levels of personnel and upper management.
- Optimize resource allocation and scheduling for efficiency.
- Conducted regular status meetings with internal teams and external partners to track progress against established milestones.
- Participated in cross-functional teams responsible for developing innovative solutions for complex problems.
- Created project status presentations for delivery to customers or project personnel.
- Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.
- Submitted budget estimates, progress reports and cost tracking reports.
- Forecasted, scheduled and monitored project timelines, personnel performance, and cost efficiency.
- Communicated effectively with stakeholders to ensure project goals are met on time and within budget.
Construction Manager, Project Oversight, On-line/Outage Scheduler
Dominion Energy
Surry, VA
06.2022 - 07.2024
- Company Overview: Surry Nuclear Power Station
- Oversight of Subsequent license renewal projects
- On-Line & Outage Scheduling and Planning
- Work with Design Engineering organization assisting with the management of site projects from initiation to closeout phases
- Coordinate the resolution of technical problems and implement changes
- Scheduling P6 Projects
- Lead, collaborate, and work effectively in a variety of teams including multi-disciplinaries
- Guided groups toward successful completion of project goals.
- Supervised and evaluated project progress, ensuring objectives were met timely and efficiently.
- Ensured seamless inter-departmental communication through consistent reporting efforts.
- Coordinated with other departments regarding resources needed for specific projects.
- Encouraged and improved cross-department internal communication.
- Maintained accurate records of all tasks completed by the team.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Provided guidance and advice on best practices related to scheduling initiatives.
- Worked closely with project managers to prioritize tasks according to importance and urgency levels.
- Communicated schedule changes effectively throughout the organization when necessary.
Senior Nuclear Maintenance Tech Sup/Job Sponsor
Duke Energy
New Hill, NC
02.2021 - 06.2022
- Company Overview: Harris Nuclear Plant
- Supervisor over numerous Work Groups
- Provided leadership and Supervision for Maintenance Technicians to maintain safe reliable plant operation
- Maintain scheduled adherence for the weekly Schedule
- Coordinate with Work Week Managers scheduled tasks
- Coordinate with Work Week Managers on the t-3 & beyond for Scheduled tasks
- Supervise Work Groups to achieve maximum efficiency within the schedule
- Procedure Reviews of necessary Procedures for maximum comprehension
- Assign work based on qualifications and Plant needs
- Coordinate any on/off-site Vendor training
- Create contracts for Vendors
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Nuclear Maintenance Mechanical Maintenance Tech III
Duke Energy
New Hill, NC
11.2015 - 02.2021
- Company Overview: Harris Nuclear Plant
- Large and Small Pump Corrective and Preventive Maintenance
- Lead Technician for the replacement of one of our Main Steam Isolation Valves Project during RFO 23
- Normal Service Water Supply Pump- assisted and lead aspects of a complete onsite rebuild and refurbishment of Large Vertical Pump
- Cooling Tower Water Make-Up Pump- member of team performing large pump work during extended outage period
- Emergency Service Water Supply Pump- team built 75 feet long large vertical pump horizontally for the first time at site minimizing out of service time during critical nuclear refueling outage
- Pump types include Centrifugal Impeller between bearings, Positive Displacement, Single Stage Vertical /Horizontal Pumps, and Rotary and Reciprocating Pumps
- Support task for large pumps including complex lifting and rigging evolutions serving as Rigger and Signalman for large crane operations
- Valve Repair and Maintenance
- Qualified on Various Types of Valves and Valve Operators
- Maintain proficiency through Continuous Training and a diverse maintenance schedule on Fluid, Steam and Air Systems
- Maintain and Repair Gate, Globe, Check and Pressure Seal valves on critical plant systems
- Maintain and Repair Diaphragm, Ball, Butterfly, and Plug Valves of varied sizes and different manufactures
- Acquired specialized qualifications in Kerotest Valves, Pneumatic Diaphragm and Piston Actuators, all of which are used in specific applications on Nuclear Safety Systems
- MISC Maintenance Support Activities: Clearance Holder and Worker Qualified- evaluate plant drawings and perform clearance walkdowns to ensure proper boundaries
- Trained and Proficient in Freeze Seal Applications to assist in Clearance Boundaries where other isolations may not be available
- Assist ANII and other State Inspectors in the completion of Pressure Vessel Inspections
- Harris Nuclear Plant
- Participated in regular meetings with colleagues and supervisors to discuss operational objectives.
Supervisor / Maintenance Technician
Uniboard / Arauco Panels
Moncure, NC
08.2009 - 08.2015
- Supervise Plant Crews for daily tasks and retooling projects during plant shutdowns
- Assigned work orders to Mechanical Personal based on the individuals’ abilities and experiences
- Review and close out completed work orders
- Implemented Work Practices relating to Technicians work areas
- Demonstrated the need to keep their rebuild area clean and parts labeled for reliable reassembly
- Make informed decisions on Nights and Weekends in alignment with the Production Supervisor while Upper Management was not available
- Guided Technicians throughout the daily work activities ensuring they met company safety guidelines
- Mechanical Technician Conveyor Repair: Maintained and repair Powered Roller Conveyors
- Aligned (Tracked) Belt Conveyors
- Replaced broken Drive Belts while also Splicing new Belts together
- Diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment using advanced troubleshooting abilities.
- Changed HVAC filters and cleaned condensation drains to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
- Coordinated with outside contractors when specialized services were required for major repairs or installations.
- Cleaned or lubricated shafts, bearings or other parts of machinery.
- Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.
Millwright
Ford Motor Company
Sterling Height, MI
10.1994 - 12.2008
- Company Overview: Axle
- Heavy Equipment Operator: Backhoe, Tow Motor, Forklift, Front End Loader, Dump Truck, Bulldozer, Excavator, Mobile Crane
- Lead for the installation of a New Transmission line department in the plant
- Built Building additions using Structural Steel to existing building walls
- Interrupted Blueprints for Structural Steel Fabrications
- Strong Knowledge of Bolted Connections and Torqueing technics
- Responsible for fabricating Safety Guarding around pinch point potentials
- Lifting and Rigging
- Held key role in Planning and executing a Helicopter Aerial Lift of an Air Handler unit to the top of the Factory Building Roof
- Removed assembly line Machinery when obsolete and replaced with newly purchased assembly equipment
- Maintenance Repair
- Provided clear Communication with Production side of time it will take to repair component and cause of failure
- Coordinate with Production Supervisor to establish a timeline to repair production equipment
- Maintain and repair all Plant Machinery
- Aligned motors, pumps, gearboxes, conveyors and other mechanical systems.
- Assisted in troubleshooting complex issues with automated processes or robotics systems.
- Repaired and lubricated machines and equipment and assembled and installed equipment using hand tools and power tools.
- Replaced faulty parts such as bearings, gears, and shafts in a timely manner.
- Signaled crane operator to lower basic assembly units to bedplate and aligned unit to centerline.
- Calibrated instruments such as pressure gauges and thermometers for accuracy of readings.
- Completed corrective and predictive maintenance on industrial machinery to replace worn parts and prevent breakages.
Education
Wind Power Technician Program - Wind Power
Michigan Institute of Aviation and Technology
New Boston, MI01.2009
Journeymen Millwright Certificate - Millwright Skilled Trade
Macomb Community College
Warren, MI01.2002
Skills
- Project Management
- Power Generation Supervisor
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Leadership Training
- Technical Drawing Interpretation
- Conflict resolution
- Nuclear project oversight
- Coaching and mentoring
- Effective Time Management
- Results-Driven Team Leadership
- NCCCO Rigger Certification Levels 1 and 2
- Clear Communication Skills
- Technical Training
- Universal Refrigerant Certification
- Effective leadership
- Team motivation
- Technical problem resolution
- Productivity improvement
Timeline
Project Manager – Nuclear Site Services
Dominion Energy
07.2024 - Current
Construction Manager, Project Oversight, On-line/Outage Scheduler
Dominion Energy
06.2022 - 07.2024
Senior Nuclear Maintenance Tech Sup/Job Sponsor
Duke Energy
02.2021 - 06.2022
Nuclear Maintenance Mechanical Maintenance Tech III
Duke Energy
11.2015 - 02.2021
Supervisor / Maintenance Technician
Uniboard / Arauco Panels
08.2009 - 08.2015
Millwright
Ford Motor Company
10.1994 - 12.2008
Wind Power Technician Program - Wind Power
Michigan Institute of Aviation and Technology
Journeymen Millwright Certificate - Millwright Skilled Trade
Macomb Community College