Sean Halstead

• As Propulsion Plant Watch Supervisor, I am entrusted to oversee and supervise all evolutions ongoing in the propulsion plant, both electrical and mechanical. I provide continuous supervision to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the nuclear power plant onboard ship. I can identify trends and potential issues in all aspects of reactor plant operations. I oversee all engineering watchstanders during reactor plant operations and in maintaining a shutdown status. coordinate electrical plant and turbine operations and reactor safety. I have achieved and maintained a high level of knowledge of all reactor plant systems and operating procedures.

• Maintained the highest GPA(3.70) on the continuous training examinations throughout my time on board.
• Recognized for numerous achievements for technical prowess, outstanding leadership and supervisory skills, as well as excellent teaching skills.
• Held multiple leadership and planning roles.
• Obtained various Quality Assurance qualifications to ensure the use of proper materials during the maintenance of various nuclear propulsion plant equipment.
• Responsible for the qualification of over 100 sailors in the maintenance and operation of two A4W Nuclear Propulsion Plants.

• Upheld code of conduct and maintained professionalism in stressful situations.
• Coordinated with unit leadership and direct superiors for taskings and managed subordinates to execute.
• Trained in conflict resolution among subordinates, equals, and superiors.
• Held positions as both RE 1 plant LPO and overall both plants RE LPO upon recognition for superior leadership and management ability
• Held multiple collaterals such as divisional career counselor, divisional sponsorship coordinator, and watch bill coordinator.
• responsible for the management and supervision of 80 personnel in both A4W Nuclear Propulsion Plants.

• Responsible for the performance of all troubleshooting, preventative, and corrective maintenance on the 4160v, 450v, and 120v electrical systems and 0componentsrelated to a nuclear propulsion plant including motors, motor controllers, PLCs, switchboards, bus transfer devices, breakers, and generators using written procedures and in-depth system understanding.
• Identify and prepare proper electrical isolation via schematic diagrams and drawings, as well as possess an in-depth understanding of all safety requirements and personal protective equipment.
• Identified reactor equipment problems and applied appropriate resolution strategies to resolve issues.

SKILLS

• Electromechanics, Equipment Repair
• Electrical Wiring, Mechanical Troubleshooting
• Tech support, Preventative maintenance

Load Dispatcher

• Responsible for the management and supervision of all routine and emergency electrical distribution system operations aboard a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier from a central control room environment. Operations include the use of 14 high voltage generator units, electrical load balancing between 2 nuclear plants, and switchboard operations via coordination with tech personnel.
• Controls all maintenance evolutions pertaining to any part of the ship's electrical distribution system, and kept informed of their performance.
• Propulsion Drill Team
• Shutdown Reactor Operator
• Propulsion Electrician
• Switchgear Operator
• Control Point Watch
• Log Recorder

As one of only five department-wide instructors, I crafted and trained a variety of complex engineering topics for a department of over 500 individuals. This training resulted in:

• Increased department-wide graded evolutions by over 55%.
• An additional 47 Watch Station qualifiers.
• A marked increase in the level of knowledge across the department.
• Increased safety in the operations of two A4W nuclear Propulsion Plants.

SKILLS

• Attention to detail
• Management
• Teaching/Training
• Public Speaking
• Use of Microsoft Office

Responsible for the planning and coordination of all work center maintenance items. Created maintenance schedules each quarter based on periodicity requirements of the equipment as well as delegated work to techs to ensure effective and timely accomplishment of all required items.

Responsible for tracking and management of all deficiencies in the propulsion plant under the work center cognizance to ensure timely repair of inoperable equipment.

RECOGNITION

• Awarded the Naval and Marine Corp Achievement Medal for Excellence in Leadership and Technical Prowess.
• Recognized for increasing the work center accomplishment rating and situational accomplishment rating scores from 60% to 100% through the proper planning and execution of over 700 maintenance items.