James Harvey
Summary
Seasoned Power Generation Technician offering excellent technical acumen, planning abilities, and complex problem-solving expertise gained during a 7-year career in the Power Generation industry. Led safe startups, tracked power needs, and adjusted output to align with demand. Seek to bring knowledge and abilities to a new role with room for advancement.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
6
6
Years of Safety Professional/Supervisor experience
8
8
Power Generation Mechanic
Work History
Safety Manager
M.C. Dean
St Louis, MO
07.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with management to develop company-wide safety policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Conducted thorough accident investigations to identify root causes and prevent future occurrences.
- Developed and implemented safety programs.
- Inspected job sites and facilities to detect potential health hazards and put corrective measures immediately into effect.
- Championed a positive safety culture by promoting employee involvement in health and safety initiatives.
- Established emergency response plans, ensuring preparedness in the event of a crisis or disaster.
- Coordinated facility inspections with external auditors to ensure adherence to industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
- Provided new-employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations.
Power Plant Technician
United States Air Force
Aviano
06.2019 - 06.2023
- Kept plant areas clean and ready for inspections to maintain high audit and compliance scores
- Documented daily activities in internal system and submitted timely shift reports
- Observed equipment in operation, system activities and control readouts on continuous basis
- Monitored operations to spot and report on issues for quick resolution
- Followed established OSHA, NFPA and LOTO policies with all areas of plant operations
- Determined mechanical or electrical issues related to generators and conducted timely repair work to keep equipment up and running
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Power Generator Mechanic
United States Air Force
Osan
03.2018 - 06.2019
- Carried out inspections on over 127small and large capacity generators weekly
- Installed and maintained generator sets and equipment
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues on diesel, natural gas, and propane generators
- Observed equipment in operation, system activities, and control readouts on continuous basis
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Power Equipment Operator
United States Air Force
Andrews, Maryland
06.2016 - 03.2018
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators
- Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs
- Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports
- Kept machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts
- Performed preventive maintenance to prolong life of equipment.
Skills
- Advanced Troubleshooting
- Personnel Supervision
- Plant Safety
- Active Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Lockout and Tagout Procedures
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Circuits and Wiring
- Time Management
- Flight Safety
- Power Plant Equipment
- OSHA Standards
Timeline
Safety Manager
M.C. Dean
07.2023 - Current
Power Plant Technician
United States Air Force
06.2019 - 06.2023
Power Generator Mechanic
United States Air Force
03.2018 - 06.2019
Power Equipment Operator
United States Air Force
06.2016 - 03.2018
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