Parker Ronspiez
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
U.S. Navy Engineering Laboratory Technician with 4–6 years of experience supporting chemistry control, equipment reliability, and mechanical and electrical system operations aboard a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier. Hands-on experience performing preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting equipment, inspecting and rebuilding pumps and valves, maintaining fluid and cooling systems, and supporting mechanical and electrical equipment testing. Experienced in operating within highly regulated environments requiring strict procedural compliance, detailed maintenance documentation, and a strong commitment to safety and operational readiness.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Laboratory Technician (ELT)
United States Navy
Norfolk, VA
06.2021 - 05.2026
- Maintained and monitored reactor plant and propulsion plant chemistry to support system integrity, equipment reliability, and safe plant operations.
- Troubleshot equipment discrepancies, replaced components, and conducted inspections and maintenance to ensure equipment reliability and operational readiness.
- Performed preventive and corrective maintenance on pumps, valves, fluid systems, and associated mechanical equipment.
- Rebuilt pumps and valves to support maintenance and restore equipment to service.
- Operated turbines and mechanical systems while standing watch, following established operating procedures and monitoring system conditions.
- Operated electrical systems and assisted with testing mechanical and electrical equipment to evaluate equipment condition and performance.
- Conducted equipment inspections to identify discrepancies and assess condition, facilitating preventive maintenance efforts.
- Maintained maintenance documentation in accordance with established technical and quality requirements.
- Followed detailed technical procedures and safety requirements while performing maintenance and operating equipment in a high-consequence industrial environment.
- [Nuclear-Powered Aircraft Carrier / CVN 68 USS Nimitz]
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
Oklahoma Baptist University
Shawnee, OK05-2021
Skills
- Reactor Plant / Propulsion Plant Chemistry
- Equipment Reliability and Operational Readiness
- Preventive maintenance
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Pump and valve repair
- Fluid Systems Maintenance
- HVAC operations
- Turbine Operations
- Electrical operations
- Equipment testing
- Equipment Inspections and Component Replacement
- Maintenance documentation
- Safety compliance
Personal Information
Availability: rotating shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays
MILITARY TRAINING & QUALIFICATIONS
- Engineering Laboratory Technician (ELT), U.S. Navy
- Chief Reactor Watch
- N265 Navy Enlisted Classification (NEC)
- Basic Maintenance Qualification
- Quality Assurance (QA) Craftsman Qualification
- Secret Security Clearance
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Separation from military May 2027
- Holds Secret clearance
Timeline
Engineering Laboratory Technician (ELT)
United States Navy
06.2021 - 05.2026
Bachelor of Arts -
Oklahoma Baptist University