Henry Schweizer
Warminster,PA
Summary
Gas Turbine Technician who holds Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance. Plant console operator who maintains electrical plant stability utilizing three gas turbine generators, 20 switchboards, nine multi-function monitors, 4 General Electric gas turbine engines, and 30 motor-operated air circuit breakers. Team leader of 15 electricians and mechanics on ship operation, safety, and preventative/corrective maintenance.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Gas Turbine Technician/Power Plant Operator
United States Navy
San Diego, CA/Yokosuka, JPN
06.2020 - Current
- Lead supervisor of main propulsion division- Led team of electricians/mechanics in ship operation, safety (QA & lockout/tagout) preventative, and corrective maintenance.
- Tested and adjusted fuel system components to ensure proper operation.
- Conducted routine inspections of fuel systems, lubrication systems, electrical systems, and other related components.
- Electric plant control console operator- In charge of electrical plant stability utilizing three Rolls Royce gas turbine generators and 20 switchboards.
- Propulsion plant control console operator- In charge of propulsion plant stability utilizing four General Electric gas turbine engines, two main reduction gears, four hydraulic power units, lube oil, and fuel distribution systems (F-76 & JP-5).
- Performed regular preventative maintenance on gas turbine engines and related components.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations such as high pressure alarms or shut downs due to unexpected outages.
- Maintained accurate records of system operations and documented any changes in operating conditions or malfunctions in logs.
- Installed, and maintained air circuit breakers, switchboards, motors, motor controllers, circuit cards, and other complex electrical equipment.
- Auxiliary systems monitor- Created, tested, and distributed ship's potable water utilizing two reverse osmosis plants, and six brominators.
- Complete overhaul and reinstallation of five universal control consoles, and seven repair station consoles, including their computer software.
- Ensured that all safety procedures were followed while working on gas turbine engines.
- Controlled generator output to match phase, frequency or voltage of electricity supplied to panels.
Education
Power Plant Operator -
United States military apprenticeship completion
04.2024
Advanced Technical Training ‘C’ School -
U.S. Navy Center for Engineering
12.2023
Gas Turbine System Technician (Electrical) ‘A’ School -
Surface Warfare Engineering School
03.2020
Advanced Electrical Education Strand -
U.S. Navy Center for Engineering
02.2020
Basic Engineering Common Core Gas Turbine A School -
Surface Warfare Officers School Unit
12.2019
Skills
- Navigation of planned maintenance scheduling software
- Demonstrated ability to solve problems and adapt to stressful environments
- Ability to read, interpret, and apply operating procedures, technical manuals, and electrical schematics
- Performance Testing
- System Diagnostics
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Lockout and Tagout Procedures
- Time Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Accomplishments
Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (2023): Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal for restoring gas turbine generator after unexpected and complete loss of ship power while out at sea.
Distinguished Snipe Award: Finished top of class at Basic Engineering Common Core with GPA of 4.0
Timeline
Gas Turbine Technician/Power Plant Operator
United States Navy
06.2020 - Current
Power Plant Operator -
United States military apprenticeship completion
Advanced Technical Training ‘C’ School -
U.S. Navy Center for Engineering
Gas Turbine System Technician (Electrical) ‘A’ School -
Surface Warfare Engineering School
Advanced Electrical Education Strand -
U.S. Navy Center for Engineering
Basic Engineering Common Core Gas Turbine A School -
Surface Warfare Officers School Unit
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