Joshua Harris
Columbia,SC
Summary
Determined Auxiliary Operator currently employed at Dominion Energy looking to transition into a slightly different role. Skilled in using schematics, blueprints, technical manuals and testing equipment to diagnose and isolate faults in various systems. Qualified and experienced professional with extensive training in reactor safety precautions and requirements in engineering spaces. Experienced Nuclear operator with 10 years running and maintaining smooth operations in nuclear power generation, propulsion, and chemical labs. Widely versed in complex technical tasks such as maintenance, repair, troubleshooting and operating complex electrical and mechanical systems such as various valves, AC/DC motors, service switchgears and transformers, steam turbines, heat exchangers, turbine generators, etc. Committed to strict compliance with all legal and internal policies and safety measures. Adaptable and driven with strong work ethic and motivation to thrive in team-based or individually motivated settings.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Auxiliary Operator
Dominion Energy
Jenkinsville, SC
02.2023 - Current
- Execute or assist in scheduled operational tests for protective devices and safety systems.
- Interpret meters, gauges, thermometers, and auxiliary equipment instruments, making necessary adjustments to optimize performance while meticulously documenting readings.
- Operated and conducted thorough inspections of outdoor transformer equipment, including the deluge system, service switchgear, and operating M-G sets and rectifiers, promptly reporting any anomalies.
- Actively engage in self-assessment activities and promptly address departmental issues.
- Assume responsibility for timely communication regarding various operational matters such as safe work practices, work schedules, resource utilization, error identification, and procedural enhancements aimed at performance improvement and cost reduction.
RECRUITER
Navy
Columbia, SC
02.2020 - 02.2023
- Shared information about Navy training and job opportunities with high school representatives, public officials and community liaisons, including presentations to local high school classes and colleges
- Led recruitment team, trained, mentored and developed new reported Navy recruiters
- Reviewed referral contacts and contacted qualified individuals to request and schedule appointments for applications
- Managed DEP pool of over 50 future sailors training them on Navy core values, military bearing, sailors creed, Navy's mission, general orders, ranks and recognition, shipboard standards and traditions, etc.
NUCLEAR MACHINIST MATE
Navy
Norfolk, VA
11.2013 - 02.2020
- Operated, maintained, and repaired nuclear propulsion plants including auxiliary and associated equipment to provide power and ship's propulsion
- Trained over 20 nuclear propulsion plant operators on nuclear propulsion and auxiliary systems and supervised junior sailors during routine maintenance
- Thoroughly understands reactor, electrical, and mechanical theory involved in operations of nuclear power plant, electric plant, steam plant, propulsion plant, and auxiliary equipment
- Possesses detailed knowledge of reactor and steam plant chemistry and radiological controls
- Performed organizational and intermediate level maintenance on test equipment, launching/firing systems, and stowage facilities
- Mechanical system operator maintained cooling to vital reactor plant components within required temperature-pressure bands by analyzing thermal-hydraulic system operation utilizing data trend analysis
- Demonstrated skills in assembly/disassembly, repair, operation, and maintenance of centrifugal/positive displacement pumps, various types of valves, and large-scale heat exchangers using technical documents and blueprints.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nuclear Energy Engineering Technology
Thomas Edison State University
Trenton, NJ05-2025
Auxiliary Operator Initial Class
Jenkinsville, SC12-2023
Nuclear Prototype Training Unit
Charleston, SC10-2015
Nuclear Field Power School
Charleston, SC11-2014
Nuclear Field 'A' School
Charleston, SC05-2014
Skills
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint, Teams) Expertise
- Facility Monitoring
- Emergency Response
- Safe Powerplant operation/Power Distribution
- Mechanical/Electrical Systems and Theory
- Technical document interpretation/utilization
- Troubleshooting and diagnosis
Timeline
Auxiliary Operator
Dominion Energy
02.2023 - Current
RECRUITER
Navy
02.2020 - 02.2023
NUCLEAR MACHINIST MATE
Navy
11.2013 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nuclear Energy Engineering Technology
Thomas Edison State University
Auxiliary Operator Initial Class
Nuclear Prototype Training Unit
Nuclear Field Power School
Nuclear Field 'A' School