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Work History
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2024 Sailor of the Year
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Joseph O'Connell

Kingsland,GA

Summary

United States Navy Chief - Served as the Nuclear Training Manager of a nuclear powered submarine, with adept skills at leading teams and enhancing training programs. Proven track record in project management and quality assurance, driving operational readiness and efficiency. Skilled in analytical thinking and communication, successfully developed systems that improved workflow and training effectiveness for 55 personnel.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nuclear Training Manager

United States Navy, USN
07.2024 - Current
  • Managed nuclear training program and qualification program for 55 personnel.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive training program on operational and theoretical aspects of nuclear power.
  • Selected and assigned instructors to conduct specific training programs.
  • Analyzed effectiveness of training programs at all levels and recommended updates.
  • Developed departmental systems and procedures to better align workflow processes.

Division Leading Supervisor

United States Navy, USN
01.2023 - 07.2024
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and achieve deadlines.
  • Managed a team of 25 personnel through various nuclear and non-nuclear projects, achieving maximum operational readiness.
  • Developed work plans to ensure timely completion of all preventative and corrective maintenance.

Nuclear Machinist's Mate

United States Navy, USN
10.2017 - 01.2023
  • Started, stopped, adjusted, tested and operated pumps, valves, switchgears, and system controls to keep operations within tight tolerances.
  • Noted malfunctions of equipment, instruments and controls and reported conditions to supervisors to promote immediate resolutions.
  • Generated detailed troubleshooting guides and repair procedures and managed ongoing safety and operational improvements by writing and implementing emergency procedures for plant-wide use.

Construction Worker

Holmes Construction
01.2017 - 10.2017
  • Worked with knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
  • Assisted with basic carpentry.
  • Helped with door and window installations.
  • Assisted in digging, trenching, and backfilling trenches and foundations.
  • Provided labor support to carpenters, masons, and other skilled trades.
  • Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment, and worksites.

Education

Associate of Science - Nuclear Engineering

Alexandria Technical College
Alexandria, MN
06-2026

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Team leadership
  • Great communication
  • Analytical thinking
  • Organized
  • Professional
  • Adaptable
  • Driven
  • Quality assurance

Certification

  • Pursuing Project Management Professionalism (PMP) certification with and Estimated Completion Date of November 2025.
  • Environmental Protection Agency - Universal Refrigerant Technician certified.


2024 Sailor of the Year

Selected as the 2024 USS West Virginia (SSBN 736) Sailor of the Year.

Timeline

Nuclear Training Manager

United States Navy, USN
07.2024 - Current

Division Leading Supervisor

United States Navy, USN
01.2023 - 07.2024

Nuclear Machinist's Mate

United States Navy, USN
10.2017 - 01.2023

Construction Worker

Holmes Construction
01.2017 - 10.2017

Associate of Science - Nuclear Engineering

Alexandria Technical College

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