Luke Davenport
Missoula,MT
Summary
Dynamic professional with over 8 years of experience managing and supervising the maintenance and operation of propulsion, power generation, and water treatment plants. Recognized leader and technician with a proven track record in high-pressure environments as a Nuclear Machinist’s Mate in the United States Navy. Expertise includes planning, technical advising, and supervising projects with a strong emphasis on quality assurance and controls across mechanical and radiological systems. Transitioned to software engineering recruitment at Jivaro Professional Headhunters, successfully placing 42 high-level software engineers and negotiating a combined $6 million in annual salaries. Founded Zoo Tie-Dye LLC to develop essential business management skills and advanced tie-dye techniques.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner and Lead Artist
Zoo Tie-Dye LLC
02.2023 - Current
- Founded Zoo Tie-Dye LLC to deliver unique, high-quality tie-dye products while fostering creativity.
- Spearheaded development and execution of intricate tie-dye techniques, producing designs requiring up to 15 hours for completion.
- Designed and maintained an online platform to facilitate additional sales channels.
- Achieved over 1 million views through strategic digital marketing campaigns on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube. Enhanced brand visibility and audience interaction through viral content creation.
- Achieved accurate financial bookkeeping to support compliance with tax regulations. Streamlined inventory and supply chain management to enhance operational effectiveness. Developed strong customer relations that contributed to long-term business sustainability.
Software Engineering Recruiter
Jivaro Professional Headhunters
06.2021 - 02.2023
- Led initiatives to connect seed stage and publicly traded companies with top-tier software engineering talent.
- Cultivated strong relationships with in-house recruiters and executive leadership to enhance recruitment processes.
- Leveraged technical expertise and efficiency to source, assess, and secure top-tier talent in competitive markets.
- Conducted comprehensive salary negotiations for 42 software engineers to ensure mutual satisfaction between company objectives and individual needs.
- Facilitated direct interactions with 55 companies and 750 software engineers to enhance project collaboration.
- Analyzed candidates' proficiency in relevant technologies, focusing on React, Python, and Go, while highlighting individuals with notable open-source involvement.
Reactor Training / Drill Team Member
United States Navy
02.2019 - 03.2021
- Orchestrated training program planning and execution, ensuring competency and preparedness of 350 personnel within the department.
- Analyzed and evaluated team performance during 1240 reactor plant drills, focusing on simultaneous reactor failures and associated rupture incidents.
- Created structured examinations to evaluate initial qualifications and facilitate continuous assessment of departmental personnel.
Engineering Laboratory Technician
United States Navy
03.2015 - 03.2021
- Meticulously reviewed, audited, and corrected administrative programs, technical documentation, and records for technical accuracy and policy adherence resulting in first time quality work and product.
- Managed corrective and preventative maintenance programs always maintaining 100% plant operability, and de-conflicting schedules between departments.
- Casualty responder for nuclear and propulsion plant systems to include 4160V electrical distribution, turbines, distilling units, reactor plant instrumentation, and chemistry control.
Nuclear Machinist’s Mate
United States Navy
03.2014 - 03.2021
- Operated and maintained nuclear propulsion systems, ensuring optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Performed meticulous audits of technical documentation and records, enhancing adherence to policies and achieving first-time quality standards.
- Implemented and coordinated maintenance strategies, facilitating seamless interdepartmental scheduling and uninterrupted plant operations.
- Executed emergency response protocols for nuclear and propulsion plant systems to ensure safety and operational integrity of 4160V electrical distribution and reactor instrumentation.
- Trained junior personnel on equipment operation and safety protocols, enhancing team competency.
Work Center Supervisor
United States Navy
01.2018 - 02.2019
- Organized and accomplished 5,200 preventive and corrective maintenance items, to include 2-time intensive overhauls on primary and secondary analysis equipment.
- Contributed to the foundation of high standards and technical expertise that resulted in his division receiving the highest possible score on two separated Fleet Forces NPEB inspections
- Supervised and performed day to day preventative maintenance and corrective repairs on nuclear mechanical systems, radiological instruments, and analytical equipment for chemical analysis.
Education
Nuclear Engineering Technology
Navy Nuclear Power Training Command
Charleston, SC03-2014
Skills
- Team leadership
- Project management
- Technical troubleshooting
- Regulatory compliance expertise
- Business & Financial Management
- Data analysis for decision making
- Sales & Closing Strategy
- Marketing & Brand Development
- E-Commerce Management
- Full-Cycle Recruiting
- Analytical problem resolution
- Training & Staff Development
- Administrative Operations
- Interpersonal skills
- Adaptability & Continuous Improvement
Timeline
Owner and Lead Artist
Zoo Tie-Dye LLC
02.2023 - Current
Software Engineering Recruiter
Jivaro Professional Headhunters
06.2021 - 02.2023
Reactor Training / Drill Team Member
United States Navy
02.2019 - 03.2021
Work Center Supervisor
United States Navy
01.2018 - 02.2019
Engineering Laboratory Technician
United States Navy
03.2015 - 03.2021
Nuclear Machinist’s Mate
United States Navy
03.2014 - 03.2021
Nuclear Engineering Technology
Navy Nuclear Power Training Command