Katherine Brimm
Baltimore
Summary
Experienced military veteran knowledgeable about shipboard mechanical systems, piping systems, and ship yard operations. Highly observant, organized and methodical in isolating and resolving any issue. Consistently demonstrated excellent problem solving skills and ability to excell under pressure throughout multiple large scale ship repair and renewal projects, deployments, and law enforcement missions. Well versed in acquisition, requisition, and budget management for large and small scale projects. Seeking to maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Willing to relocate for the right position.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Damage Controlman First Class
United States Coast Guard Yard
05.2022 - Current
- Coordinated with Civilian Contractors, Military Entities, and Vendors to Meet Deadlines and Budget Requirements
- Drafted and Edited CFR's, CIR's, and Actively Participated in Regular Progress and Planning Meetings
- Maintained Dry Dock Progress Reports and Records in Online Database Used by Both Military and Civilian Employees
Damage Controlman Second Class
United States Coast Guard Cutter Thetis
05.2019 - 05.2022
- Operated as Lead Petty Officer of the Damage Control Division Throughout Four Major Dockside Availabilities, One Dry Dock, and Seven Overseas Deployments
- Created and Implemented an Onboard Training Program Certifying Over 150 Crew Members in Damage Control and Engineering Watch-stander Qualifications both In-Port and Underway
- Handled all Ordering and Parts Requisitions Within the Damage Control Department Including Selection of Vendors and Contractors
Damage Controlman Third Class
United States Coast Guard Sector Key West
07.2017 - 05.2019
- Expertly Tracked and Maintained Sector Key West Facilities Including Ship's Shore-Tie Connections, Plumbing Systems, and Pier Side Mooring Bits
- Lead the Damage Control Division in Tracking Preventative Maintenance using Project Management Software and Completed all Work Orders for Base Repairs
Fireman
United States Coast Guard Station Lake Charles
02.2016 - 07.2017
- Held Boat Crew and Emergency Responder Qualifications and Performed Multiple Search and Rescue and Law Enforcement Missions
- Maintained Critical Tool Inventory and Took the Lead Role in Tracking and Reporting Maintenance Card Statuses
Education
Bachelor of Science - Homeland Security & Emergency Management
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ07.2024
Skills
- Excellent Communication Skills, Written and Verbal
- Goal Management
- Process Improvement Initiatives
- Emergency Situations
- Production Standards
- Customer Satisfaction
- Safety Protocols
- Staff Training
- Systems Installation, Configuration and Upgrading
- Quality Assurance and Control
- Project Records
- Risk Management
Accomplishments
- US Coast Guard Achievement Medal (Operational)
- CG Special Ops Service Ribbon (Operational)
- Armed Forces Service Medal
- Humanitarian Service Medal
- US Coast Guard Letter of Commendation
Certification
- IS-200.B ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents, ICS-200
- DHS Preparedness: IS: 100 - Introduction to Incident Command System
- DHS Preparedness: IS: 700 - National Incident Management System (NIMS) - An Introduction
- IS-230.E: Fundamentals of Emergency Management
- Advanced Shipboard Firefighting: Surface Warfare Firefighting and Damage Control School San Diego
- Advanced Steel Welding (DC-01): United States Coast Guard Engineering and Weapons School Yorktown, VA
- Advanced Aluminum Welding (DC-02): United States Coast Guard Engineering and Weapons School Yorktown, VA
Additional Information
Secret Security Clearance (Active) - 2016-Present
Timeline
Damage Controlman First Class
United States Coast Guard Yard
05.2022 - Current
Damage Controlman Second Class
United States Coast Guard Cutter Thetis
05.2019 - 05.2022
Damage Controlman Third Class
United States Coast Guard Sector Key West
07.2017 - 05.2019
Fireman
United States Coast Guard Station Lake Charles
02.2016 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Science - Homeland Security & Emergency Management
Grand Canyon University
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