Kreig Newton
Gilbert,AZ
Summary
Accomplished Senior Classification Officer and fire system technician with a successful background at NTAG Phoenix Recruiting and ship's firefighting systems. I demonstrate expertise in classification and decisive leadership. I have and continue to assist sailors and future sailors in there responsibilities and future roles that are required to be performed on active and reserve duty. I am Proficient in training facilitation, emergency management, and servicing fire protection equipment, effectively driving team coordination to meet service goals. Notable for implementing enhanced safety protocols and crafting innovative recruiting strategies that improved operational efficiency.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Classification Officer
NTAG Phoenix Recruiting US Navy
Phoenix, AZ
08.2021 - Current
- Streamlined task management to meet service objectives. As a Senior Classifier, I was tasked with meeting various Navy job placement goals, which were met and exceeded year after year, ensuring that manning was met for Fleet requirements and for my recruiting district.
- I coordinated selling strategies to better enlist future sailors in the United States Navy; my efforts were strongly recognized, and I performed my classification and sales techniques for the Assistant Secretary of the Navy, which were adopted for the rest of the nation.
- Negotiated salary and benefits packages with candidates. This ensured the accuracy and compliance with Navy regulations issued by the Department of Defense.
Leading Supervisor
US Navy, USS Mesa Verde
Norfolk, VA
05.2016 - 06.2021
- Delivered guidance on development processes and problem-solving strategies.
- Executed machinery operation procedures following safety guidelines.
- Proposed adjustments to reduce disruptions in machinery and systems.
Firefighter Instructor
US Navy, Ferrier FF School
Norfolk, VA
02.2013 - 05.2021
- Conducted training on the correct application of personal protective equipment and system application. In my evaluations, I was noted for being a gifted instructor for having strong technical and job knowledge, as well as leadership.
- Developed and delivered training programs for new fire instructors. I was hand-selected to start up and facilitate the first-ever high-risk training mobile training team in Rota, Spain. I facilitated 312 forward-deployed sailors in firefighting and sprinkler system operation.
- Prepared lesson plans, course materials, and assessments for fire instructor courses. With this, I earned my Master Training Specialist certification.
Maintenance Technician
US Navy
San Diego, CA
06.2009 - 01.2013
- I was noted by my commanding officer for my superior performance and my ability to accomplish all assignments in a superior fashion, which made me a necessary and valuable asset to the ship.
- Performed routine maintenance and testing of fire sprinkler systems, including pressure tests, flow tests, inspections, and valve exercises.
- Developed and refined presentation content to suit diverse audiences and objectives.
Fireman
US Navy, USS Carr
Norfolk, VA
04.2006 - 05.2009
- Tested and inspected tools, equipment and gear to maintain readiness for different fire scenarios. Conducted numerous repairs and system function tests on the installed Halon and wet-type sprinkler systems installed onboard Navy vessels.
- I attended a training course for sprinkler systems to maintain a wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision-making during actual emergencies.
- Patrolled previously burned areas after fire containment to locate and eliminate dangerous hot spots. I received a gas-free engineering certification to ensure safety and monitor systems that can be hazardous.
- Checked smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors on board ships to ensure 100% system compliance.
Education
High School Diploma -
05-2005
Skills
- Training Facilitation
- Strong decision-making
- Expertise in classification
- Work crew management
- Safety
- Emergency management
- Facility maintenance
- Fire Protection Equipment Servicing
Certification
- Master Training Specialist Certification
- Emergency Management and Disaster Preparedness Coordinator
- Engineering Officer of the Watch
- Gas Free Engineer
- Fire Fighter (Any Industry) Journeymen Certification
Timeline
Senior Classification Officer - NTAG Phoenix Recruiting US Navy
08.2021 - Current
Leading Supervisor - US Navy, USS Mesa Verde
05.2016 - 06.2021
Firefighter Instructor - US Navy, Ferrier FF School
02.2013 - 05.2021
Maintenance Technician - US Navy
06.2009 - 01.2013
Fireman - US Navy, USS Carr
04.2006 - 05.2009
Lake Havasu High School - High School Diploma,
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