Michael Brashears
Summary
Detail-oriented project manager with a solid foundation in team coordination and recruitment activities. Expertise in facilitating onboarding and enhancing personnel management processes to drive organizational success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Recruiter
United States Navy, USN
Peoria
05.2023 - 05.2026
- Screened candidates to identify top applicants for diverse positions.
- Conducted in-depth interviews with top candidates to assess skills and fit.
- Utilized applicant tracking systems to manage candidate information efficiently.
- Coordinated recruitment events to effectively showcase career opportunities in the military.
- Explained job duties, compensation and benefits to potential candidates.
- Provided guidance to candidates on application procedures and military requirements.
- Facilitated onboarding for new recruits by preparing orientation materials and conducting training sessions.
- Assisted in onboarding of new hires by providing orientation materials and training sessions.
- Organized recruitment activities such as career fairs, campus visits.
Damage Controlman
United States Navy, USN
San Diego
05.2018 - 05.2023
- Responded quickly to flooding emergencies by activating dewatering pumps and controlling flooding areas using portable bulkheads or patches.
- Conducted emergency drills to effectively prepare crew for potential damage scenarios, reinforcing readiness.
- Assisted in repairing broken pipes, watertight doors, hatches, pumps, and other damage control materials, ensuring operational integrity.
- Conducted inspections to ensure all safety regulations were followed while performing damage control operations.
- Maintained firefighting equipment to ensure operational readiness at all times.
- Supervised personnel to complete welding repairs and rigging support structures for damage control operations.
- Tested main engines, generators, fire mains, bilge systems, fuel tanks, pumping systems, and other machinery used in damage control operations.
- Assisted in training personnel on damage control procedures and equipment usage.
- Coordinated with departments to enhance efficiency of damage control efforts during operations.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize risks during repair and maintenance tasks.
- Operated various tools and equipment for repairs and maintenance on board vessels.
- Documented incidents and maintenance activities in compliance with naval regulations.
- Participated in drills designed to evaluate crew performance in responding to simulated emergencies.
- Inspected ventilation systems throughout the vessel to ensure proper operation and air quality standards were met.
- Provided training on proper use of tools and materials required for completing damage control projects.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure that all safety protocols are followed during emergency situations requiring immediate action.
- Performed daily maintenance on firefighting equipment and systems, including hose assemblies and valves.
- Utilized military judgment to effectively perform complex tasks requiring specialized knowledge.
- Inspected ship compartments for damage and hazards during routine checks.
- Inspected and repaired systems to maximize performance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sheridan High School
Sheridan, AR05-2015
Skills
- Project management
- Team coordination
- Time management
- Personnel management
- Personnel supervision
- Safety training
- Safety compliance
- Quality assurance
- Fire safety management
- Fire protection engineering
- Fire dynamics
- Fire prevention
- Fire suppression
- Emergency response
- Rescue operations
- Firefighter training
- Fire apparatus operation
- Fire safety audits
- Equipment maintenance
- System testing
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Control systems
- Pneumatic systems
- Water and steam systems
- Mechanical engineering
- Fluid mechanics
- Damage control procedures
- Team coordination
- Team leadership
- Personnel training
- Damage control procedures
Certification
Gas Free Engineer
Timeline
Recruiter
United States Navy, USN
05.2023 - 05.2026
Damage Controlman
United States Navy, USN
05.2018 - 05.2023
High School Diploma -
Sheridan High School