Jucenta'e Spence
Franklin,VA
Summary
Precision-driven Sheet Metal Mechanic known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in fabrication, welding, and blueprint reading which enable successful project outcomes. Excel in time management, problem-solving, and teamwork, ensuring seamless collaboration and quality workmanship on every project.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
sheetmetal mechanic
Newport News Shipbuilding
Newport News, Virginia
10.2011 - Current
- Fabricated shipboard sheet metal parts, bulkheads, ventilation, lockers, etc..
- Assembled structural sheet metal components for naval vessel construction
- led teams as lead mechanic and long-term make-up supervisor to complete job assignments
- worked new construction and overhaul on both aircraft carriers and submarines
- ensured alignment, fit, and quality of finished metal work through thorough inspection
- welded, measured, grinded , drilled, sanded,and cut different types of metal to meet specifications and tight tolerances
- Operated various hand tools and machines such as grinders, saws, riveters , drills, band saws, shear machines
- Interpreted blueprints to determine dimensions and specifications to follow through with tasks safely.
- supported warship construction and maintenance across various shops and facilities
- worked large vertical arrays (LVAs) and tiles using various hazardous chemicals
- worked as a nuclear worker closely with radcon to perform many different tasks in and out of nuclear controls
- shot studs (a variety of sizes)
sheetmetal apprentice
Newport News Shipbuilding
Newport News, Virginia
10.2011 - 06.2014
- Gained hands-on experience in various shipyard shops, aircraft carriers, and submarines, gaining on-the-job and waterfront training
- read blueprints and drawings to implement them effectively in job assignments
- completed leadership classes to manage teams in achieving safe completion of goals and job assignments
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VASkills
- Sheet metal fabrication ( bulkheads, duct work, lockers, foundations, etc)
- Blueprint interpretation
- Machine operating ( band saw, shear machines)
- Hand tool operation ( pneumatic/ battery drills, oscillating saw, jig saw, sawzall, grinders , sanders)
- Quality control
- Safety compliance
- Layout development
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Team leadership
- Communication skills
Timeline
sheetmetal mechanic
Newport News Shipbuilding
10.2011 - Current
sheetmetal apprentice
Newport News Shipbuilding
10.2011 - 06.2014
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Old Dominion University