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Joshua Guillory

Joshua Guillory

Virginia Beach,VA

Summary

Dynamic Gas Turbine System Technician with solid background in gas turbine systems maintenance and repair. Consistently ensured operational efficiency and safety through precise diagnostics and timely interventions. Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting mechanical issues and optimizing system performance to include Fuel oil, Lube oil, Hydraulic, and Compressed Air Systems.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Gas Turbine Systems Technician

U.S. Navy Active Duty
01.2023 - Current
  • Provided training to junior technicians on proper maintenance procedures and safety protocols, elevating team expertise.
  • Assisted in the installation of new gas turbine systems, ensuring correct alignment and integration into existing infrastructure.
  • Liaised with external vendors to ensure timely delivery of replacement parts required for repair work.
  • Optimized turbine operations by calibrating instruments and adjusting control settings as needed.
  • Increased equipment lifespan through meticulous preventive maintenance routines, reducing need for costly replacements.
  • Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities, facilitating efficient planning and resource management for future tasks.
  • Ensured safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and guidelines during maintenance tasks.
  • Minimized downtime for gas turbines with timely repairs and component replacements.
  • Enhanced overall system performance through detailed troubleshooting and technical support.
  • Participated in continuous learning initiatives to stay current on industry advancements related to gas turbine technology.
  • Upgraded components within gas turbines as necessary, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced emissions output.
  • Improved gas turbine system efficiency by conducting thorough maintenance and inspections.
  • Established a reputation for consistently meeting deadlines while maintaining high quality standards in all maintenance tasks.
  • Conducted tests on gas turbine systems, analyzing results to verify proper functionality.
  • Performed root cause analysis on recurring issues in gas turbine systems, developing long-term solutions to prevent recurrence of problems.
  • Completed daily inspections and tests on plant equipment and documented findings.
  • Responded immediately to emergency situations and implemented proper procedures to minimize impacts.
  • Examined and adjusted valves, pumps and other equipment to verify proper functioning.
  • Followed safety protocols and procedures to maintain safe working environment.
  • Monitored operations to spot and report on issues for quick resolution.
  • Performed routine preventative maintenance on power plant equipment.
  • Monitored control panel data to ensure plant operations were within parameters.
  • Kept plant areas clean and ready for inspections to maintain high audit and compliance scores.
  • Observed equipment in operation, system activities and control readouts on continuous basis.
  • Examined and adjusted valves, pumps and other equipment to ensure proper functioning.
  • Operated boilers, turbines and other power plant equipment.
  • Promoted interdepartmental communication with employees, increasing speedy issue resolution.
  • Trained personnel on operation and maintenance of power plant equipment.
  • Aligned boiler pressure and steam system operations with optimal levels.
  • Maintained power plant compliance with industry safety and environmental standards.
  • Diagnosed and resolved operational issues affecting power plant equipment function or performance.
  • Tested samples of oil, water and electrolytes to assess conformance with strict operating tolerances.

Gas Turbine Systems Technician

U.S. Navy Active Duty
12.2019 - 12.2022
  • Contributed to cost savings by identifying opportunities for process improvement within the maintenance department.
  • Streamlined workflow within the maintenance department by implementing effective communication strategies among team members.
  • Collaborated with engineering team to implement design modifications, improving reliability of gas turbine systems.
  • Assisted in the installation of new gas turbine systems, ensuring correct alignment and integration into existing infrastructure.
  • Provided training to junior technicians on proper maintenance procedures and safety protocols, elevating team expertise.
  • Minimized downtime for gas turbines with timely repairs and component replacements.
  • Ensured safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and guidelines during maintenance tasks.
  • Participated in continuous learning initiatives to stay current on industry advancements related to gas turbine technology.
  • Upgraded components within gas turbines as necessary, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced emissions output.
  • Improved gas turbine system efficiency by conducting thorough maintenance and inspections.
  • Established a reputation for consistently meeting deadlines while maintaining high quality standards in all maintenance tasks.
  • Conducted tests on gas turbine systems, analyzing results to verify proper functionality.
  • Followed safety protocols and procedures to maintain safe working environment.
  • Performed routine preventative maintenance on power plant equipment.
  • Kept plant areas clean and ready for inspections to maintain high audit and compliance scores.
  • Promoted interdepartmental communication with employees, increasing speedy issue resolution.
  • Trained personnel on operation and maintenance of power plant equipment.
  • Maintained power plant compliance with industry safety and environmental standards.

Gas Turbine Systems Technician

U.S. Navy Active Duty
10.2015 - 11.2019
  • Supported emergency response efforts during unexpected outages, swiftly restoring gas turbine operation with minimal disruption.
  • Documented daily activities in internal system and submitted timely shift reports.
  • Optimized turbine operations by calibrating instruments and adjusting control settings as needed.
  • Increased equipment lifespan through meticulous preventive maintenance routines, reducing need for costly replacements.
  • Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities, facilitating efficient planning and resource management for future tasks.
  • Enhanced overall system performance through detailed troubleshooting and technical support.
  • Performed root cause analysis on recurring issues in gas turbine systems, developing long-term solutions to prevent recurrence of problems.
  • Completed daily inspections and tests on plant equipment and documented findings.
  • Responded immediately to emergency situations and implemented proper procedures to minimize impacts.
  • Examined and adjusted valves, pumps and other equipment to verify proper functioning.
  • Monitored operations to spot and report on issues for quick resolution.
  • Monitored control panel data to ensure plant operations were within parameters.
  • Observed equipment in operation, system activities and control readouts on continuous basis.
  • Examined and adjusted valves, pumps and other equipment to ensure proper functioning.
  • Operated boilers, turbines and other power plant equipment.
  • Diagnosed and resolved operational issues affecting power plant equipment function or performance.
  • Tested samples of oil, water and electrolytes to assess conformance with strict operating tolerances.
  • Streamlined workflow within the maintenance department by implementing effective communication strategies among team members.
  • Provided training to junior technicians on proper maintenance procedures and safety protocols, elevating team expertise.
  • Minimized downtime for gas turbines with timely repairs and component replacements.
  • Ensured safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and guidelines during maintenance tasks.
  • Participated in continuous learning initiatives to stay current on industry advancements related to gas turbine technology.
  • Upgraded components within gas turbines as necessary, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced emissions output.
  • Improved gas turbine system efficiency by conducting thorough maintenance and inspections.
  • Established a reputation for consistently meeting deadlines while maintaining high quality standards in all maintenance tasks.
  • Conducted tests on gas turbine systems, analyzing results to verify proper functionality.
  • Followed safety protocols and procedures to maintain safe working environment.
  • Performed routine preventative maintenance on power plant equipment.
  • Kept plant areas clean and ready for inspections to maintain high audit and compliance scores.
  • Promoted interdepartmental communication with employees, increasing speedy issue resolution.
  • Trained personnel on operation and maintenance of power plant equipment.
  • Maintained power plant compliance with industry safety and environmental standards.

Gas Turbine Systems Technician

U.S. Navy Active Duty
10.2012 - 10.2015
  • Completed my certification in Hydraulic Repair.
  • Documented daily activities in internal system and submitted timely shift reports.
  • Increased equipment lifespan through meticulous preventive maintenance routines, reducing need for costly replacements.
  • Optimized turbine operations by calibrating instruments and adjusting control settings as needed.
  • Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities, facilitating efficient planning and resource management for future tasks.
  • Enhanced overall system performance through detailed troubleshooting and technical support.
  • Completed daily inspections and tests on plant equipment and documented findings.
  • Examined and adjusted valves, pumps and other equipment to verify proper functioning.
  • Monitored operations to spot and report on issues for quick resolution.
  • Monitored control panel data to ensure plant operations were within parameters.
  • Observed equipment in operation, system activities and control readouts on continuous basis.
  • Examined and adjusted valves, pumps and other equipment to ensure proper functioning.
  • Operated boilers, turbines and other power plant equipment.
  • Streamlined workflow within the maintenance department by implementing effective communication strategies among team members.
  • Provided training to junior technicians on proper maintenance procedures and safety protocols, elevating team expertise.
  • Ensured safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and guidelines during maintenance tasks.
  • Established a reputation for consistently meeting deadlines while maintaining high quality standards in all maintenance tasks.
  • Followed safety protocols and procedures to maintain safe working environment.
  • Performed routine preventative maintenance on power plant equipment.
  • Kept plant areas clean and ready for inspections to maintain high audit and compliance scores.
  • Promoted interdepartmental communication with employees, increasing speedy issue resolution.
  • Trained personnel on operation and maintenance of power plant equipment.
  • Maintained power plant compliance with industry safety and environmental standards.

Gas Turbine Systems Technician

U.S. Navy Active Duty
09.2007 - 09.2012
  • Aligned boiler pressure and steam system operations with optimal levels.
  • Contributed to cost savings by identifying opportunities for process improvement within the maintenance department.
  • Assisted in the installation of new gas turbine systems, ensuring correct alignment and integration into existing infrastructure.
  • Supported emergency response efforts during unexpected outages, swiftly restoring gas turbine operation with minimal disruption.
  • Performed root cause analysis on recurring issues in gas turbine systems, developing long-term solutions to prevent recurrence of problems.
  • Responded immediately to emergency situations and implemented proper procedures to minimize impacts.
  • Minimized downtime for gas turbines with timely repairs and component replacements.
  • Participated in continuous learning initiatives to stay current on industry advancements related to gas turbine technology.
  • Upgraded components within gas turbines as necessary, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced emissions output.
  • Improved gas turbine system efficiency by conducting thorough maintenance and inspections.
  • Conducted tests on gas turbine systems, analyzing results to verify proper functionality.
  • Documented daily activities in internal system and submitted timely shift reports.
  • Increased equipment lifespan through meticulous preventive maintenance routines, reducing need for costly replacements.
  • Optimized turbine operations by calibrating instruments and adjusting control settings as needed.
  • Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities, facilitating efficient planning and resource management for future tasks.
  • Enhanced overall system performance through detailed troubleshooting and technical support.
  • Completed daily inspections and tests on plant equipment and documented findings.
  • Examined and adjusted valves, pumps and other equipment to verify proper functioning.
  • Monitored operations to spot and report on issues for quick resolution.
  • Monitored control panel data to ensure plant operations were within parameters.
  • Examined and adjusted valves, pumps and other equipment to ensure proper functioning.
  • Operated boilers, turbines and other power plant equipment.
  • Streamlined workflow within the maintenance department by implementing effective communication strategies among team members.
  • Provided training to junior technicians on proper maintenance procedures and safety protocols, elevating team expertise.
  • Ensured safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and guidelines during maintenance tasks.
  • Established a reputation for consistently meeting deadlines while maintaining high quality standards in all maintenance tasks.
  • Followed safety protocols and procedures to maintain safe working environment.
  • Kept plant areas clean and ready for inspections to maintain high audit and compliance scores.
  • Promoted interdepartmental communication with employees, increasing speedy issue resolution.

Education

High School Diploma -

Deweyville High School
Deweyville, TX

Skills

  • Valve maintenance
  • System troubleshooting
  • Plant operations
  • Piping systems
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Gas turbine operation
  • Fuel system management
  • Pressure testing
  • Gas turbine maintenance

Timeline

Gas Turbine Systems Technician

U.S. Navy Active Duty
01.2023 - Current

Gas Turbine Systems Technician

U.S. Navy Active Duty
12.2019 - 12.2022

Gas Turbine Systems Technician

U.S. Navy Active Duty
10.2015 - 11.2019

Gas Turbine Systems Technician

U.S. Navy Active Duty
10.2012 - 10.2015

Gas Turbine Systems Technician

U.S. Navy Active Duty
09.2007 - 09.2012

High School Diploma -

Deweyville High School