OLATUNJI AJALA
Seattle
Summary
Seasoned electronics professional with 4+ years of U.S. Navy experience operating and maintaining advanced navigation, communication and security systems under high-stakes conditions. Proven track record in network operations, systems troubleshooting, project coordination, and team leadership. Poised to apply military-honed technical and management skills to civilian roles in electronics maintenance, network infrastructure, or cybersecurity.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Navy Electrician
Military
09.2020 - Current
- Assisted in troubleshooting electrical systems and components to ensure operational efficiency.
- Learned safety protocols and best practices in electrical maintenance and repair tasks.
- Supported senior electricians in installation of wiring, circuits, and electrical equipment.
- Observed and participated in routine inspections of electrical systems for compliance with standards.
- Collaborated with team members during maintenance projects to enhance workflow effectiveness.
- Gained proficiency in using hand tools and diagnostic equipment for electrical repairs.
- Safeguarded personnel from potential hazards by enforcing strict adherence to safety procedures during electrical work activities.
- Improved equipment reliability by conducting preventive maintenance checks on motors, generators, switchgears, and control circuits.
- Maintained a high level of professionalism and technical competence through continuous learning and skill development.
- Contributed to cost savings by identifying opportunities for energy conservation measures in daily operations.
- Facilitated seamless communication between departments regarding electrical issues that impacted other systems on the ship.
- Enhanced ship safety by performing routine maintenance and repairs on electrical systems and components.
- Maintained accurate documentation of electrical work orders, inventory tracking, and compliance with navy standards.
- Minimized disruption to operations due to unscheduled maintenance events by diligently completing scheduled tasks ahead of time.
- Mentored junior electricians in proper diagnostic techniques and repair methodologies to ensure knowledge transfer among team members.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and need for adjustment or repair.
Education
Ralph J. Bunche
Oakland, CAAssociate of Science - Computer Science
American Military University
Online05-2026
Skills
- Wiring installation
- Electrical equipment repair
- Power distribution systems
- Control panel wiring
- Transformer maintenance
- Report writing
- General security
- Critical decision-making
- Coaching and mentoring
- Process optimization
- Corrective action planning
- Employee relations
- Project management
- Advanced firefighting
Timeline
Navy Electrician
Military
09.2020 - Current
Ralph J. Bunche
Associate of Science - Computer Science
American Military University
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