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Rebekah Garber

Poulsbo

Summary

Detail-oriented professional with expertise in preventative maintenance and teamwork. Experienced in developing high-quality marine systems and ensuring adherence to safety standards. Prepared to leverage skills to enhance operational efficiency and reliability.

Overview

1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Hull Maintenance Technician

Trident Refit Facility
Silverdale, WA
08.2024 - Current
  • As Assistant Leading Petty Officer of the flex hose shop, led 5 sailors in the hydrostatic testing and inspection of flexible hoses that directly supported 5 submarine overhauls.
  • Developed and validated 285 submarine and civilian shop flex hoses to ensure quality and reliability.
  • Demonstrated dedication to continuous improvement by obtaining three Navy enlisted classifications: Welder/Brazer, Shipfitter, and Pipefitter.
  • Received Steam Plant Cleanliness qualification, ensuring the proper handling, stowage and distribution of steam plant components to the submarines.

Hull Maintenance Technician

Uss George Washington
Norfolk, VA
08.2020 - 08.2024
  • Managed ordering processes for tools and machinery valued at $200,000 to support carpenter shop overhauls.
  • As Pipe Shop Work Center Supervisor, led 7 sailors in CHT maintenance, nonemergency piping repairs, and ensured the integrity of 105 heads onboard.
  • Extended the lifespan of vessels through dedicated preservation efforts including cleaning surfaces, removing rust, applying primer coats, or installing insulation.
  • Maintained safety standards by ensuring proper usage of PPE and adherence to relevant guidelines.
  • Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues promptly.

Education

High School Diploma -

Jennings County High School
North Vernon, IN

Skills

  • Power tool operation
  • Hand tool proficiency
  • Electrical safety
  • Metal fabrication
  • Valve maintenance
  • Precision measuring
  • Sheet metal work
  • Recordkeeping
  • Preventative maintenance
  • Damage control
  • Marine plumbing
  • Shipboard firefighting
  • Corrosion control
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Following safety practices
  • System repair

Certification

  • Welder, Combination Journeyman USMAP
  • Pipefitter Journeyman USMAP

Timeline

Hull Maintenance Technician

Trident Refit Facility
08.2024 - Current

Hull Maintenance Technician

Uss George Washington
08.2020 - 08.2024

High School Diploma -

Jennings County High School