Mathew Ortega
Belen,NM
Summary
Experienced Hull Maintenance Technician specializing in equipment maintenance and corrosion prevention. Coordinated maintenance projects that resulted in substantial cost savings for the U.S. Navy. Served 5 years active duty and currently a reservist, collaborating effectively with peers to ensure timely project completion.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Hull Maintenance Technician
US Navy
Virginia Beach, Virginia
09.2021 - Current
- Performed repairs and maintenance on ship hull components and systems.
- Performed maintenance and repairs on shipboard hull systems, including piping, valves, pumps, tanks and other related equipment.
- Conducted routine inspections of hull structures for corrosion and damage.
- Troubleshot mechanical problems and performed corrective actions accordingly.
- Assisted in the installation of new machinery or equipment into the hull structure.
- Conducted tests on various components to ensure proper operation of the system.
- Ensured compliance with environmental regulations when disposing hazardous wastes generated by maintenance activities.
- Operated hand tools and power equipment to complete repair tasks efficiently.
- Collaborated with crew to maintain safety protocols during maintenance operations.
- Documented maintenance activities and repairs in compliance with Navy standards.
- Maintained inventory of tools, materials, and supplies for ongoing projects..
- Reviewed blueprints, schematics and technical manuals to better understand how systems functioned.
- Conducted routine inspections of machinery spaces and reported any issues found during these checks promptly.
- Maintained records of completed work orders and spare parts inventory.
- Operated welding equipment to fabricate or repair metal parts as required.
- Coordinated repair and maintenance plans with co-workers and supervisors ahead of scheduled projects.
- Achieved cost savings of over 1 million dollars for U.S. Navy through optimized repair processes.
- Been deployed once and have been on over 20 underways.
- Led 20 sailors in corrective maintenance, ensuring mission readiness for 3 destroyers and 60 LCACs.
- Completed training in U53A advanced welding, gas-free engineering, firefighting basics, and aircraft firefighting to support Navy mission readiness.
Education
High School Diploma -
Belen High School
Belen, NM05-2021
Skills
- Repair techniques
- Welding expertise
- Metal fabrication
- Fluid systems
- Maintenance scheduling
- Equipment maintenance
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Safety compliances
- Shipboard firefighting
- Blueprint interpretation
- Work order completion
- Team collaboration
- Project coordination
Accomplishments
- Navy Marine Corp Reward 4 Times
- Deployment Award
- Good Conduct
Timeline
Hull Maintenance Technician
US Navy
09.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Belen High School