Trent Whitney
Dayton,NV
Summary
Highly skilled military leader with 12 years of experience in stress-tested environments. Known for exceptional attention to detail and expertise in explosives and diving with 2,581 minutes of total bottom time. Demonstrates strong leadership abilities, task prioritization, and a safety-first mindset. Successful track record in logistical planning and execution. Superior communicator with the ability to distill complex information and implement it effectively.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
INBRE Worker
Western Nevada College
Carson City, NV
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Sampled Topaz Lake for microbial growth and environmental studying and analysis.
- Investigated antibiotic resistance in various bacteria by sampling, diluting, and plating microbes for growth in the presence of oxytetracycline and chloramphenicol.
- Conducted DNA extraction, gel electrophoresis, and polymerase chain reaction to amplify and sequence bacteria for identification
US NAVY Dive Locker Team Member
EOD TEU-1
San Diego, California
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Responsible for 5 Bauer Compressors, 22 scuba cylinders, 14 regulators, and various other equipment.
- Metrology calibration specialist ensuring proper calibration dates on 350+ gauges, air samples, filters, and other diving components.
- Integrated with NASA conducting capsule recovery and data collection supporting the Artemis mission.
US Navy Detachment Team Leader
EODMU11 Detachment Fallon
Fallon, Nevada
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Diving specialty officer responsible for all scuba diving equipment, compressors, and metrology calibration equipment ensuring operational capabilities of Detachment Fallon. Conducted 2 successful military diving safety inspections.
- Supervised 14 demolition operations with 30+ active personnel destroying 17,845 lbs of explosives without any injuries, damage to equipment, or loss of life.
- Integrated with and commanded local law enforcement, fire department, ambulance, and aviation personnel to safely respond to 16 emergent explosive responses ensuring the protection of personnel and property
US Navy Diving Mine Countermeasures Team Member
EODMU11
San Diego, California
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Hand-selected as the primary liaison in Operation Red Dagger II, a joint information exchange of tactics, techniques, and procedures with the United Arab Emirates and French military sharing underwater mine countermeasure and diving techniques.
- Implemented and administered college classes to improve peers' and subordinates' personal and professional growth, resulting in 30 credit hours accumulated from individuals.
- Flawlessly executed orders within given parameters, aiding in team efforts to qualify and conduct international explosive, diving, and air operations. Qualified as MK 16 underwater breathing apparatus diving supervisor.
US Navy Carrier Strike Group Team Member
EODMU11
San Diego, California
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Participated in 3 multinational training exercises conducting an exchange of information between South Korean, Japanese, Indian, Canadian, New Zealand, and Australian militaries during Operation Foal Eagle, Operation Malabar, and RIMPAC
- Stood flight deck explosive incident response watch for eight months aboard the USS John C Stennis ensuring continual operation of a United States national asset
- Awarded the Navy and Marine Corps achievement medal for conducting air insertion and range clearance operations in Japan removing 556 lbs of extremely hazardous explosive devices
US Navy Mobility Team Member
EODMU11
San Diego, CA
12.2012 - 01.2014
- Participated in Exercise Indigo Response and Operation Resolute Response joint training operations with the Saudi Arabian and Lebanese militaries, teaching robotics, chemical munitions recovery, and Explosive Ordnance Disposal fundamentals.
- Communications specialist, ensuring the operational capability of unit radios and programming frequencies for tactical transmissions.
- Operated multiple military waterborne vessels, including the 8.5-meter Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat, the MK V Zodiac, and the F-470 Zodiac.
Education
High School Diploma -
Spring Creek High School
Spring Creek, NV01.2009
Some College (No Degree) -
Western Nevada College
Carson City, NVSkills
- Diving specialty officer
- Underwater Operations Experience
- Naui Advanced Scuba Diver #Whit110890treasd
- Metrology calibration specialist
- Effective Communicator
- Safety First Mentality
- International Engagement
- Team Management
Military Qualifications
- Mk16 Diving Supervisor, Scuba Diving Supervisor, MK 16 Maintenance Technician, Small boat Coxswain Explosive Ordnance Disposal Master Technician, Demolition Operations Supervisor, Burn Operations Supervisor, Firearms Line Coach, Explosive Driver, CPR
Selected Military Training
Explosive Ordnance Disposal Diver, Poseidon Regulator Service Technician Course, Maritime Advanced Situational Awareness, Combat First Aid CAT III, OSHA Hazardous Waste Operator, Command Fitness Leader Course, Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape Level-C Course, Expeditionary Combat Skills, Army Airborne School, Explosive Ordnance Disposal Preparatory Course, Explosive Ordnance Disposal A School, Advanced Off-Road Driving.
Timeline
INBRE Worker
Western Nevada College
05.2024 - 06.2024
US NAVY Dive Locker Team Member
EOD TEU-1
01.2021 - 01.2023
US Navy Detachment Team Leader
EODMU11 Detachment Fallon
01.2018 - 01.2021
US Navy Diving Mine Countermeasures Team Member
EODMU11
01.2016 - 01.2018
US Navy Carrier Strike Group Team Member
EODMU11
01.2014 - 01.2016
US Navy Mobility Team Member
EODMU11
12.2012 - 01.2014
High School Diploma -
Spring Creek High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Western Nevada College
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