Joseph Mendoza
Gurnee
Summary
Veteran military professional adept at overseeing deployment, operation, and preservation of critical systems. Exhibited a strong work ethic and adaptability, leading to successful project completions under tight deadlines. Developed exceptional interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships with colleagues and clients. Achieved recognition for contributions to team success and overall organizational goals. Focused on leveraging skills to drive results and enhance workplace dynamics. Skilled at independently achieving objectives while rapidly acquiring new competencies.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Petty Officer Third Class
US Navy
San Diego
04.2020 - 08.2025
- Maintained ship stability through effective damage control procedures.
- Conducted regular inspections of firefighting and damage control equipment.
- Implemented emergency response drills to train crew on damage control measures.
- Operated firefighting systems and equipment during training exercises and drills.
- Monitored hazardous materials and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
- Provided support to other crew members during large-scale maintenance tasks.
- Assisted with installation of new equipment when necessary.
- Analyzed data collected from system tests performed onboard ships and submitted written reports detailing findings for review by senior staff members.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure that all safety protocols are followed during emergency situations requiring immediate action.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities conducted on board the ship.
- Responded quickly to flooding emergencies by activating dewatering pumps and controlling flooding areas using portable bulkheads or patches.
- Assisted in the repair of broken pipes, watertight doors and hatches, pumps, and other related damage control material.
- Conducted inspections to ensure all safety regulations were followed while performing damage control operations.
- Participated in drills designed to evaluate crew performance in responding to simulated emergencies.
Education
High School Diploma -
East River High School
Orlando, FLSkills
- Firefighting systems
- Hazardous materials monitoring
- Emergency response
- Compliance with safety regulations
- Equipment assembly and configuration
- Team-oriented collaboration
- Data interpretation
- Emergency response exercises
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Critical issue resolution
- Document creation
- Service excellence
- Presentation expertise
- organizational competencies
- Detail-oriented
- Process optimization
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Accomplishments
- Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (NAM). PERFORMANCE OF HIS PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT IN THE SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE OF HIS DUTIES WHILE SERVING AS SS02 WORK CENTER SUPERVISOR IN USS MOMSEN (DDG 92) FROM NOVEMBER 2020 TO AUGUST 2025. PETTY OFFICER MENDOZA EFFECTIVELY MANAGED 12 SAILORS, OVERSEEING THE COMPLETION OF OVER 7,100 MAINTENANCE CHECKS ON FOOD SERVICE EQUIPMENT AND HABITABILITY ACROSS 72 DIVISIONAL SPACES. HIS PERFORMANCE DIRECTLY CONTRIBUTED TO MOMSEN'S SUCCESSFUL 2022 FIFTH AND SEVENTH FLEET AND 2023 FOURTH DEPLOYMENTS AS A CRITICAL MEMBER OF FLYING SQUAD, HE RESPONDED TO NUMEROUS ACTUAL CASUALTIES AND PARTICIPATED IN OVER 70 DRILLS ENSUDING MOMSEN REMAINED OPERATIONALLY READY AND SAEE DURING AN TENSI ATE VE DRILLS ENSURING MOMSEN REMAINED OPERATIONALLY READY AND SAFE DURING AN INTENSIVE SUSTAINMENT PHASE. PETTY OFFICER MENDOZA'S EXCEPTIONAL PROFESSIONALISM, UNRELENTING PERSEVERANCE AND LOYAL DEVOTION TO DUTY REFLECTED CREDIT UPON HIM AND WERE IN KEEPING THE HIGHEST TRADITIONS OF THE UNITED STATES NAVAL SERVICE. GIVEN THIS 10TH JUNE 2025 COMMANDER, UNITED STATES NAVY COMMANDING OFFICER, USS
Timeline
Petty Officer Third Class
US Navy
04.2020 - 08.2025
High School Diploma -
East River High School
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