Wyao Awesso
Gas Turbine System Electrician
Yokosuka,22
Summary
Competent Maintenance Electrician and a Leader with sound knowledge of electrical codes, wiring and conduit size. Skilled in wiring, installation and control panel layout procedures. Effectively performs in independent roles or in team settings.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Fleet Technical Assistant
Ship Repair Facility (SRF)
Yokosuka
08.2022 - Current
- Assisted 17 ships stationed in Yokosuka Naval base and transiting through Yokosuka vicinity in critical troubleshooting and repair of 30 LM2500 Gas Turbine Engines 20 Allison 501-K34/K17 Gas Turbine Generators, and 100 Machinery Control Consoles increasing ships' self sufficiency and performance.
- Assessed ship's engineering readiness and provided training and repair as required.
- Provided training on how to read electrical diagrams, One-Line function diagrams.
Department Leading Chief Petty Officer
Uss Milius
Yokosuka, Japan
06.2019 - 08.2022
- Ensured effective management of 15 engineering department programs.
- Assisted Chief Engineer in the operation, maintenance, and readiness of engineering plant, and in addressing issues affecting moral and welfare of 70 engineers.
- Managed short and long range engineering work, multiple priorities simultaneously, meetings, deadlines, and training with Ship Repair Facility (SRF), resulting in improved safety and quality, reducing cycle time, and cost.
- Successfully assisted Oil King in receiving, storing, and using more than two million gallons of diesel and JP-5 fuel with zero drop into ocean
- Coordinated cross-departmental efforts, fostering collaboration and improving project outcomes.
- Improved overall unit performance by mentoring subordinates in professional development and career advancement opportunities.
Gas Turbine Systems Technician (Electrical)
USS Stethem
Yokosuka
04.2016 - 06.2019
- Led Electrical division of 30 Sailors to plan, execute, manage, and monitor ship's work assignment during all sustaining, availability, and training cycles of the ship.
- Troubleshot and repaired all electrical/electronic equipment to machinery control consoles, electrical motors, motor controllers, ABTs/SABTs, ship's galley and laundry equipment.
- Responsible of the operations and maintenance of 4 Gas Turbine Engines, three 2500 KW Gas Turbine Generators, three main switchboard gears, lighting distribution system.
- Reviewed and upgraded Ship's Information Book (SIB), technical manuals, electrical drawings, maintenance and operating procedures.
- As ship's Tag Out/Lock Out program manager, Tailored program instruction, trained and qualified ship's personnel for proper used of tag-out/lock-out, Work Authorization Forms (WAF), and electrical safety.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities, facilitating efficient planning and resource management for future tasks.
Fleet Technical Assistant
Ship Repair Facility (SRF)
Yokosuka
09.2012 - 04.2016
- Assisted 17 ships stationed in Yokosuka Naval base and transiting through Yokosuka vicinity in critical troubleshooting and repair of 30 LM2500 Gas Turbine Engines 20 Allison 501-K34/K17 Gas Turbine Generators, and 100 Machinery Control Consoles increasing ships' self sufficiency and performance.
- Assessed ship's engineering readiness and provided training and repair as required.
- Provided training on how to read electrical diagrams, One-Line function diagrams.
Construction ELectrician
U.S. Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB)-3
Port Hueneme, California
10.2008 - 09.2012
- Led 11 projects to install, repair interior/exterior wiring and overhead/underground primary and secondary distribution system on U.S. military installations overseas and in Continental US
- Performed tasks required in contingency operations: Set up, operate, and service power generation electrical equipment (up to 230 KW) to provide continuous power to military large camps.
- Directly responsible for the training, safety, and readiness of a platoon of 50 Sailors.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns to ensure a high level of satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity Technology
University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC)
Yokosuka, Japan 03.2024 - Current
Associate of Arts - General Studies
University Of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC)
Sicily, Italy 06.2014 - 06.2014
Skills
Electrical Troubleshooting,
Electrical testing, Control systems
Energy management
Electrical drawing interpretation
Electrical drawing interpretation
Certification
Power Plant Operator, USMAP- June 2019-July 2022
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity Technology
University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC)
03.2024 - Current
Fleet Technical Assistant
Ship Repair Facility (SRF)
08.2022 - Current
Power Plant Operator, USMAP- June 2019-July 2022
06-2022
Department Leading Chief Petty Officer
Uss Milius
06.2019 - 08.2022
Electrician Maintenance (any industry), USMAP - May 2016-May 2019
05-2019
Gas Turbine Systems Technician (Electrical)
USS Stethem
04.2016 - 06.2019
Associate of Arts - General Studies
University Of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC)
06.2014 - 06.2014
Fleet Technical Assistant
Ship Repair Facility (SRF)
09.2012 - 04.2016
Construction ELectrician
U.S. Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB)-3
10.2008 - 09.2012