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Christopher Watkins

TDOT Mechanic SR at Tennessee Department of Transportation

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(386) 825-5501

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Lenoir City, Tennessee, United States, US

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TDOT Mechanic SR
- Sep 2018 - Present
Coordinated with Field Service Representatives (FSR) in matters pertaining to equipment warranties and maintenance related repairs; on a weekly basis, provided classes to mechanics focused on proper troubleshooting procedures and diagnosis of mechanical and electrical problems. ➜ Reviewed status of projects and budgets to ensure projects were completed on time and within budget; assessed project issues and developed solutions to meet production, quality and customer-satisfaction goals and objectives. ➜ Provided guidance to leadership in planning and developed capital improvement and short- and long-range plans; facilitated communication within the department, ensuring implementation of procedures for standard delivery of services. ➜ Identified the need for special projects and initiated milestones and goals; ensured participation and outcomes of special projects resulted in positive impact on the command and improved quality. ➜ Provided technical oversight for programs associated with business processes, resource management, organizational analysis, systems management, strategic planning and leadership; initiated appropriate courses of action, priorities, resource requirements, and equipment and personnel allocations necessary to accomplish organizational objectives. Show less

Assistant Maintenance Manager, Boat Maintenance Department (MSRON10)
- Sep 2018 - Present
Coordinated, tracked, scheduled, and oversaw preventative, scheduled, and unscheduled maintenance for 8 $17M craft, 38 6.7 Cummins diesel engines. ➜ Supervised 18 staff members providing technical guidance while performing field and sustainment maintenance on 12 equipment items and multiple supporting systems; trained staff on proper maintenance tasks on equipment. ➜ Provided 1500 hours of engineering and diesel mechanic training resulting in 22 qualified engineers increasing the skill set of 12 boat crews. ➜ Led technical training for over 80 personnel, including 4 executive leaders and 48 senior managers. ➜ Directed upkeep of High Value maritime assets, driving 70% increase in mission readiness with zero days lost to downtime. ➜ Performed 50 quality assurance inspections and assessments on propulsion and auxiliary systems across 12 boats, ensuring proper maintenance, operational readiness, occupational safety, and emergency preparedness. Show less

Diesel Technician (USS Mesa Verde)
- Feb 2013 - Aug 2018
Operated and maintained four Colt Peilstick 16-cylinder main propulsion diesel engines; troubleshooting fuel systems, braking systems, hydraulic systems, even replacing a complete cylinder head and pistons on a 6.7 Cummins diesel engine. ➜ Led a team of four in a time critical repair on NR2 Reverse Osmosis unit when it had catastrophic crankshaft failure, dropping the ship down to roughly 33% water making capability. ➜ Guided four personnel during an intense and stressful diesel engine inspection resulting in a successful 96% passing grade. ➜ Diagnosed and repaired a knocking complaint from the customer on a freightliner dump truck; replacing two bent push rods and two busted valve springs and bringing the Cummins engine back to life. ➜ Developed keen technical knowledge to replace failed cylinder heads on one of the main propulsion diesel engines resulting in the ship completing its mission. ➜ Utilized an effective Risk Management process to identify and analyze risk while developing mitigation measures that decreased the likelihood of accidents or safety incidents during operation. Show less

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