Paul Matroni

  

Biography:

Security Clearance: Secret Clearance

Work Experience:

 Highly skilled Electrical Machinery Technician (EM1) with 15 years of
experience in electrical and mechanical maintenance within the U.S. Coast
Guard, specializing in motor controls, power generation, and advanced
troubleshooting across complex shipboard systems. Proven leader with experience
supervising teams and training personnel in electrical safety, equipment
operation, and critical response roles, including duty-based fault diagnosis
and repair. Hands-on expertise with a wide range of equipment including CAT
generators, propulsion systems, PLCs, and machinery control systems,
complemented by formal training in analog and digital electronics and extensive
NCCER certifications. Background also includes rigging and crane operations in
high-risk environments, demonstrating strong mechanical aptitude and safety
discipline. Seeking to leverage technical expertise, leadership, and
problem-solving ability in an elevator union apprenticeship or industrial
maintenance role, with a long-term goal of becoming a highly proficient
mechanic in a safety-critical trade  

Military Service:

  • Rank: Petty Officer 1st Class

    Branch/Position: Coast Guard

    Period: August 2009 - present

    Occupation: Electrician's Mate

    Security Clearance: Secret Clearance

    Duties Description:

     Core Duties & Responsibilities 

    Electrical Systems Maintenance & Repair

    Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair shipboard electrical systems including power
    generation, distribution, lighting, and control circuits to ensure continuous
    mission readiness. 

    Motor & Equipment Support

    Inspect, service, and repair a wide range of AC/DC motors and electrically
    driven equipment such as pumps, fans, compressors, and hydraulic systems. 

    Power Generation Systems

    Operate and maintain diesel generators and associated control systems, ensuring
    reliable electrical power under all operating conditions. 

    Control Systems & Automation

    Diagnose and repair machinery control systems, including PLCs, remote terminal
    units (RTUs), and integrated plant control systems. 

    Preventive & Corrective Maintenance

    Conduct scheduled maintenance, inspections, and system testing; identify faults
    and perform corrective actions to minimize downtime and equipment failure. 

    Troubleshooting & Emergency Response

    Serve as on-call/duty technician responsible for rapid diagnosis and repair of
    electrical casualties during operations. 

    Rigging & Deck Equipment Operations

    Perform rigging operations and operate cranes/hoisting equipment for
    maintenance and mission tasks such as buoy handling and heavy equipment
    movement. 

    Training & Leadership

    Supervise and mentor junior personnel; conduct training on electrical safety,
    equipment operation, and maintenance procedures. 

    Safety & Compliance

    Enforce electrical safety standards, lockout/tagout procedures, and hazard
    controls in accordance with military and OSHA-equivalent guidelines. Documentation & Reporting

    Maintain maintenance logs, technical documentation, and system records to
    ensure accountability and regulatory compliance     

  • Rank: Petty Officer 3rd Class

    Branch/Position: Navy

    Period: August 2009 - August 2015

    Occupation: BU - Builder

    Security Clearance: Secret Clearance

    Duties Description:
    Build and repair wood, concrete and masonry structures; performs rough, finished carpentry, and masonry; install sheet rock, paneling, ceramic tile, millwork, trim, and perform paint and preservation; build forms, mixes, places, and finishes concrete for various types of projects; operate and maintain carpentry and cabinet making shops; build and repair waterfront structures; make estimates for materials and labor for construction projects; and maintain individual combat readiness and perform tasks required in combat and disaster preparedness or recovery operations.

Education:

  • Northview Highschool

    High School – General Studies

    Period: August 2004 - May 2008

  • Construction Battalion Center

    Other – Builder Apprentice Training

    Period: November 2009 - January 2009

  • Coast Guard Training Center Yorktown

    Other – Electrician's Mate "A" School

    Period: June 2017 - November 2017

  • Coast Guard Training Center Yorktown

    Other – Advanced Analog Electronics Technology

    Period: March 2021 - April 2021

  • Coast Guard Training Center Yorktown

    Other – Advanced Digital Electronics Technology

    Period: April 2021 - May 2021

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