Liam McKean
San Diego,CA
Summary
Dynamic US Navy Damage Controlman with expertise in emergency response, fire suppression systems, CBR/gas free and a talented instructor. Proven leader in training and mentoring teams, enhancing shipboard safety protocols. Skilled in machinery maintenance and outstanding in communication, leadership and level of knowledge during emergency response, ensuring readiness for hazardous situations. Recognized for adaptability and attention to detail in high-pressure environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
US Navy Damage Controlman (Fire/Hazmat/CBRN Spec)
US Navy
06.2021 - Current
- First responder for all Damage Control casualties on-board ie. All A, B, C, D, and S fires, Toxic Gas/Hazmat spills that include IDLH, all Chemical, Biological, Radiological/Nuclear casualties, Structural Damage/Pipe ruptures and Flooding.
- Responsible for training ship's crew, instructing sailors weekly on Damage Control and running drills as training team members.
- Also, responsible for preventative and corrective maintenance on all installed and portable Damage Control/Fire Fighting equipment on-board to include Scott SCBA (45/30 Min), Scott SAR/Escape SCBA (15 min) used in conj. with PASP/RASP 60 min bottles for all IDLH hazmat/toxic gas casualties, AFFF system, Halon 1301, all water pressurized fire stations, portable extinguishers, exothermic cutting units, Jaws of Life, portable de-smoking blowers and ducting, portable fire pumps and eductors and much more not to include CBRN portable and installed point detection equipment/systems and MOPP gear ie. M-50 gas masks and JSLIST CBR protective garments.
Education
High School Diploma -
Foothill High School
Pleasanton, CA05.2021
Skills
- Shipboard Fire Fighting
- Excellent radio communication
- Emergency response
- First aid and CPR
- Confined space entry
- Personal protective equipment
- Damage assessment
- Hazardous materials handling
- Adaptability
- Leadership skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Machinery maintenance/Pump operations/Fire suppression systems
Accomplishments
Trained/instructed and qualified over 500 sailors in Damage Control.
As Fire Marshal and the Ship's ASFP Scene Leader, extinguished A, B, and C fires on board between USS Bunker Hill (CG 52) and USS Mustin (DDG 89) and combated 6 toxic gas casualties, 2 having exposure to high PPM of H2S.
Led 20 sailors through the arduous INSURV, RE-6, and RE-7 inspections as Repair Division's Leading Petty Officer.
Seven month deployment to the South China Sea onboard USS Bunker Hill (Nov '22-Jun '23).
Certification
US Navy Certs. (Schools, Courses, PQS)
Tactical Combat Casualty Care (ASM/CLS)
CPR/First Aid
CBR-D Ops. Specialist
Fire Marshal
Gas Free Engineering Petty Officer
Leading Petty Officer at Sea
Work Center Supervisor, Damage Control
Damage Control Training Team Member
Engineroom Operator
Switchboard Operator
AFFF Station Operator and Maintenance Tech.
Timeline
US Navy Damage Controlman (Fire/Hazmat/CBRN Spec)
US Navy
06.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Foothill High School
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