Mathew S Ward
Trident Refit Facility - Bangor
Port Orchard,WA
1
Certification
22
years of professional experience
Experienced marine and shipyard professional with a strong background in hydraulic systems, rigging, inventory control, and parts procurement. Known for accurate inspections, safe equipment handling, and clear technical documentation. Brings dependable hands-on support to maintenance teams, helping reduce downtime and keep work moving safely.
Work History
Marine Machinery Mechanic
9 Months- Inspected hydraulic assets and identified worn components for repair or replacement.
- Disassembled equipment using hand and power tools to support maintenance tasks.
- Reassembled machinery following technical procedures and safety requirements.
- Lubricated moving parts and adjusted components to maintain reliable equipment operation.
- Used Precision Measuring instruments for precision measuring.
- Supported equipment testing and verified proper function after completing repairs.
Rigger
5 Months- Calculated load weights and selected proper rigging configurations for secure material handling.
- Secured equipment using cranes, chain falls, and tag lines during shipyard operations.
- Positioned heavy components in confined spaces while maintaining strict safety requirements.
- Inspected rigging gear, slings, shackles, and hoists for safe submarine maintenance lifts.
- Performed load calculations, ensuring the safe and effective execution of lifting operations.
Rigger
1 Year 6 Months- Verified lift plans and pre-job briefs before executing complex rigging assignments.
- Rigged for heavy lifts according to blueprint requirements.
- Coordinated with mechanics and trades personnel to move materials efficiently across work areas.
- Rigged for heavy lifts according to blueprints requirements.
Work Package Router
1 Year 7 Months- Coordinated job packages with planners, ensuring accurate routing, sequencing, and work instruction distribution.
- Routed materials and documents to correct work centers, supporting efficient production flow across refit operations.
- Updated routing records and tracking logs to maintain clear status visibility for active work orders.
- Communicated with trades and supervisors to resolve routing discrepancies and priority changes promptly.
Painter /Sandblaster
5 Years 2 Months- Prepared metal surfaces through sanding, blasting, and cleaning for coating application.
- Mixed paints, primers, and protective coatings to meet specification requirements.
- Applied spray and brush coatings on hull, structural, and equipment surfaces.
- Inspected finished work for coverage, adhesion, and surface defects.
Parts Counter Specialist
10 Months- Advised customers on agricultural parts selection, compatibility, and replacement options.
- Processed parts orders accurately using inventory and order management systems.
- Researched component numbers, diagrams, and specifications to verify correct matches.
- Coordinated with service and warehouse teams to fulfill urgent parts requests.
- Trained team members on parts lookup procedures and counter operations.
- Developed an efficient system for tracking backorders, minimizing delays in completing repair jobs.
- Contributed expertise during team meetings aimed at continuous process improvement leading towards greater operational efficiency.
- Managed warranty claims effectively, liaising between customers and manufacturers to resolve issues smoothly.
Warehouse /Assistant Parts Manager
1 Year- Coordinated receiving, stocking, and order fulfillment to maintain accurate warehouse flow.
- Inspected incoming shipments for damage and verified materials against purchase orders.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to move civil engineering inventory safely.
- Organized will-call orders and prepared customer pickups for timely distribution.
- Determined which deliveries would go where and first.
- Cycle counts of inventory.
Education
High School Diploma
- Awarded Physical Fitness Award
Certification
Forklift up to 20,000 pounds
SSQC
PMTI
NNQC
Nuclear J Qualified
Cat 3 Crane
Timeline
Marine Machinery Mechanic
Trident Refit Facility - Bangor
01.2026 - CurrentRead More
Rigger
Trident Refit Facility - Bangor
08.2025 - 01.2026Read More
Rigger
Puget Sound Naval Shipyard
01.2023 - 07.2024Read More
Parts Counter Specialist
Agri Industries
01.2020 - 11.2020Read More
Warehouse /Assistant Parts Manager
HD Fowler
09.2012 - 09.2013Read More
Work Package Router
Trident Refit Facility - Bangor
03.2010 - 10.2011Read More
Painter /Sandblaster
Trident Refit Facility - Bangor
01.2005 - 03.2010Read More
South Kitsap High School
High School Diploma
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