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Rod Cannizzaro

Pensacola,FL

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills, technical expertise, and excellent time management. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals with a positive attitude. 20-year retired veteran of the Naval Nuclear Power community.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Field Service Technician

Optel
Quebec City, Quebec
03.2023 - Current
  • Responsible for the installation, integration, and testing of industry leading vision system hardware and software required for traceability in the pharmaceutical industry.
  • Provided on-site troubleshooting of electro-mechanical equipment requiring rapid and resourceful resolutions. Consistently able to critically analyze a roadblock and implement solutions for a high paced industry using diagnostic tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, drawings, and technical manuals.
  • Front line liaison between development team and customer who expertly cultivates and maintains strong relationships with clients, providing them with timely and reliable service based upon customer demand in a polite and professional manner.

Electrician's Mate Nuclear

United States Navy
05.2021 - 03.2023
  • Led division of 75 nuclear trained electricians to transition from arduous complex refueling overhaul to up-tempo, sea-going, battle ready warship able to execute nation's overall mission.
  • As manager of Maintenance Support Center systematically instituted structure and vigor into prior degraded procedures, greatly increasing productivity and effectiveness. As a result, in a four-month period increased inspection grade from 85% to 92% enhancing operational readiness.
  • Expertly coordinated and completed 192 logistical support requests attributing to an overall increase of 71% to prior fiscal years allowing for increased ship operational capability.

Onboarding Supervisor

United States Navy
05.2018 - 06.2021
  • Flawlessly managed 3 recruiting station delayed entry programs of 315 future sailors awaiting Recruit Training Command. Provided continuous mentorship with focus on their mental, moral, and physical development.
  • Expertly performed 36 college presentations on Naval Nuclear Power leading to 10 highly qualified engineering officer candidate selections.
  • Conducted 150 high school classroom presentations which translated into 52 quality applicants enlisting into priority ratings directly contributing to fleet readiness.
  • Volunteered over 200 hours of community service to local elementary school soccer programs increasing positive Navy image and awareness within the community.

Electrician's Mate Nuclear

United States Navy
04.2014 - 05.2018
  • Meticulously oversaw 1000 work candidates and 500 material deficiencies to completion as Reactor department maintenance manager allowing CVN 71 to maintain maximum operational and material readiness.
  • Supervised 10 personnel in scheduling and accomplishment of vibrational analysis on 400 machines and calibration of 350 meters and switches. As a result all equipment was verified to operate normally and calibrated in preparation for a seven-month deployment.
  • Coordinated planning, tracked completion, and documented certification of 2,459 jobs completed by Ship's Force instead of contractors, totaling 4,438 man-hours by 98 personnel across eight work centers: saving the Navy $119,437.
  • Led 28 sailors in day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of propulsion plant's primary and secondary electrical equipment. Continuously trained and mentored all personnel to become judicious troubleshooters and well-rounded technicians.

Education

Navy Nuclear Power Operator - Nuclear Power

Navy Nuclear Power Training Command
Charleston
01.2005

High School Diploma -

East Valley High School
Spokane, WA
05.2001

Skills

  • Electrical and Mechanical Schematics
  • Safety Protocols
  • Identifying Hazards
  • Circuit Diagrams
  • Team Leadership
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Procedural Streamlining
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Electrical Maintenance and Repair
  • Verbal and Written Communication

Certification

  • Electrical Load Dispatcher
  • Shutdown Reactor Operator
  • Propulsion Electrician
  • Switchgear Operator
  • Basic Nuclear Engineering
  • Primary Valve Operator
  • Maintenance Work Center Supervisor
  • Quality Assurance Work Center Supervisor
  • Repair Parts/Supply Officer
  • Damage Control Scene Leader
  • Damage Control Team Leader

Timeline

Field Service Technician

Optel
03.2023 - Current

Electrician's Mate Nuclear

United States Navy
05.2021 - 03.2023

Onboarding Supervisor

United States Navy
05.2018 - 06.2021

Electrician's Mate Nuclear

United States Navy
04.2014 - 05.2018

Navy Nuclear Power Operator - Nuclear Power

Navy Nuclear Power Training Command

High School Diploma -

East Valley High School
  • Electrical Load Dispatcher
  • Shutdown Reactor Operator
  • Propulsion Electrician
  • Switchgear Operator
  • Basic Nuclear Engineering
  • Primary Valve Operator
  • Maintenance Work Center Supervisor
  • Quality Assurance Work Center Supervisor
  • Repair Parts/Supply Officer
  • Damage Control Scene Leader
  • Damage Control Team Leader
Rod Cannizzaro