Kaylan Huntzinger
Norfolk,VA
Summary
Dedicated apprentice Woodcrafter with hands-on experience in shipbuilding and repair projects. Proficient in coordinating installation processes and maintaining accurate project documentation, ensuring timely completion and adherence to safety protocols.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Apprentice Woodcrafter
Norfolk Naval Shipyard
Portsmouth, Virginia
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted skilled trades in shipbuilding and repair projects.
- Operated hand and power tools for assembly tasks.
- Read and interpreted construction blueprints for various projects.
- Performed routine tasks such as measuring, cutting, and assembling materials.
- Acquired basic woodworking skills to enhance project safety and productivity through building blanks, boxes, and signs.
- Embraced ongoing education and learning opportunities to develop new skills.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure workplace compliance.
- Documented work processes and maintained accurate records.
- Executed daily administrative tasks including document filing and data recording.
- Installed and SHT tile on outer hull
- Removed sound tile in various locations on US Warships, using different methods.
- Completed the installation process of LWWAA's on the USS John Warner Project.
- Completed the removal of optical plugs on LWWAA's on SSN-778 New Hampshire Project.
- Coordinated removal and installation processes across multiple projects, ensuring timely project completion.
- Completed my required schooling to complete my apprenticeship.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Trade Technician
Tidewater Community College
Portsmouth, VASkills
- Carpentry techniques
- Woodworking techniques
- Power tool operation
- Blueprint reading
- Design interpretation
- Calculations and measurements
- Installation and finishing
- Tool upkeep
- Equipment operation
- Work site organization
- Project documentation
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Record keeping
- Continuous learning
- Effective communication
- Systems maintenance
Timeline
Apprentice Woodcrafter
Norfolk Naval Shipyard
08.2023 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Trade Technician
Tidewater Community College