Michael McKie
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Accomplished, division-leading supervisor with extensive management experience in operational effectiveness, quality assurance, tactical development, and crisis management. Advanced skills in leadership excellence and OSHA compliance, spearheading cross-functional teams to exceed mission objectives throughout 21 years in the United States Coast Guard.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Division Leading Petty Officer
United States Coast Guard
10.2015 - 09.2024
- Developed boiler and HVAC maintenance programs across 17 campuses, appointing team leads to carry out strategic and regular maintenance.
- Established comprehensive reporting procedures to track progress towards key performance metrics.
- Collaborated with local fire departments to modify support accesses, resulting in a 50% increase between casualty responses and staffing efficiency.
- Mentored over 100 junior personnel, fostering professional growth, conducting rigorous training exercises, and enhancing overall team capabilities.
- Earned the highest quarterly maintenance completion rate for 16 consecutive quarters by identifying areas for improvement and modifying maintenance processes, over 1200 mile district.
- Collaborated closely with senior leadership to align division goals while maximizing department budget, staffing KSAs, and SOPs.
- Supervised the safety and environmental health programs for all shore-based facilities, including Fire Safety; Motor Vehicle Safety; Confined Space Safety; Emergency Preparedness; Prevention Operations; and Incident Response.
- Maximized budgets while adhering to fiscal constraints without compromising operational excellence.
- Evaluated personnel performance, providing documented constructive feedback for continuous improvement initiatives.
- Routinely identified and repaired electrical and mechanical systems, utilizing prints, schematics and equipment.
- Co-designed and implemented rescue operations for migrant recovery throughout respective Atlantic divisions.
Petty Officer Second/Third Class
United States Coast Guard
10.2003 - 10.2015
- Coordinated and performed system diagnostics on critical fire protective equipment to maintain optimal safety performance on 21 platforms across seven states.
- Synchronized support logistics for deployment operations, ensuring all necessary resources were available during crisis management.
- Awarded top division-maintenance completion rate amongst Coast Guard units for three consecutive years.
- Contributed to strategic planning efforts and assisted in the development of long-term goals for continued operational success.
- Generated thousands of man hours by streamlining maintenance processes, resulting in senior leadership adopting new protocols Coast Guard wide.
Education
Organizational Leadership
Leadership & Management School
Boston, MAOrganizational Trade Skills
Damage Controlman Occupation Specialty
Yorktown, VAHigh School Diploma -
Swampscott High School
Swampscott, MA2003
Skills
- Leadership Excellence
- Problem-Solving Abilities
- OSHA Compliance
- Work Order Management
- Facilities Maintenance
- Plumbing Repairs
- Building Fire Code Inspections
- Advanced Welding Techniques
- Skilled Carpentry Work
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Grounds Maintenance
- Project Planning
- Crisis Management
Certification
- EPA Section 608 Universal HVAC Certification
- TWIC Certified
- Certified Advanced Steel + Aluminum Welding, US Coast Guard
- Advanced Shipboard Fire Fighting, US NAVY
- Certified Chemical Biological Radiological Nuclear Warfare Specialist, US ARMY/NAVY
- Gas Free Engineer/Confined Space Entry
- OSHA Shipyard Competent Person
- MSA Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus Technician
- FEMA Incident Command System 200, 300, 700
Timeline
Division Leading Petty Officer
United States Coast Guard
10.2015 - 09.2024
Petty Officer Second/Third Class
United States Coast Guard
10.2003 - 10.2015
Organizational Leadership
Leadership & Management School
Organizational Trade Skills
Damage Controlman Occupation Specialty
High School Diploma -
Swampscott High School