Brian W. Watson is seeking a maintenance position with over 23 years of experience maintaining gas turbines, diesel engines, and electrical systems through roles in the military and private sector. He has worked as a metallurgical technician, tool and die inspector, welder, maintenance technician supervising a team working on tanks and vehicles, and training personnel. His skills include automotive tools, welding, heavy equipment operation, and inspection techniques. He has an associate's degree in automotive maintenance and welding.

1. BRIAN W. WATSON
344 Coleman Pass
Ludowici, GA 31316
Home (912) 545-9481
Cell (912) 402-1477
brian.watson41@gmail.com
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
 Twenty three years of proven maintenance repair and technical experience and background in
military operations and maintenance.
 Twenty three years of gas turbine maintenance experience, to include troubleshooting, diagnostics,
and repair
 Twenty three years of diesel engine maintenance experience, to include troubleshooting
diagnostics, and repair
 Experienced in electrical system troubleshooting and repair through an exceptional understanding
of schematic diagrams and blue prints.
 Proven communicator in verbal and written disciplines to include computer skills and document
preparation
 National career readiness certification: lever silver
 DOD issued secret clearance (active)
Experience:
Metallurgical Laboratory Technician: Jan. 2014 – Feb. 2015
Alcoa Forgings and Extrusions, LLC
 Maintains computerized records and experimental data
 Prepares and tests samples to ascertain purity and other attributes of forged
metals
 Operates a variety of specialized equipment including but not limited to,
spectrometers, electrolytic analyzers, and PH meters.
 Tests the properties and stresses of newly forged metal alloys
Tool and Die inspection May 2013 – Jan. 2014
Alcoa Forgings and Extrusions, LLC
 Inspected, tested and adjusted new and reworked tools, dies, gauges and fixtures for
conformance to specifications
 Inspected parts using ultrasonic equipment and fluorescent lights
 Examined defective parts to determine cause of defect and recommends
changes or modifications
 Wrote reports regarding inspection and testing results

2. Welder Tool and Die repair May 2013 – Jan. 2014
Alcoa Forgings and Extrusions, LLC
 Repaired, or modified defective tools and dies
 Salvaged tools and dies using knowledge of materials and cost of repairs
 Determined required equipment and welding method by applying knowledge
of metallurgy, geometry and welding techniques.
Senior Maintenance Technician
U.S. Army, Ft. Stewart, GA Jan. 2009-Nov. 2012
 Responsible for maintenance operations and recover operations
 Maintained and reported the high state of readiness of 14 M1A1 Abrams Main Battle Tanks,
powered by AGT 1500 Gas Turbine engines, as well as 25 other various types of diesel powered
light and heavy duty commercial and military trucks, generators, ground equipment, and other
military vehicles.
 Ensured specific quality control/quality assurance measures were met on all vehicles before being
allowed to leave the maintenance operations area
Personnel Trainer/Instructor
U.S. Army, Ft. Knox, KY Sept. 2006-Dec. 2008
 Provided instruction and training by developing course curriculum related to physical fitness, first
aid, customs and courtesies and various common military subjects.
 Inspected and maintained equipment to insure serviceability, functionality, and reliability.
Maintenance Team Shop Foreman
U.S. Army, Ft. Riley, KS Jan. 2003-Oct. 2006
 Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and quality assurance of 15 M1A1 Abrams
Main Battle Tanks, 2 personnel carriers, 8 diesel powered wheeled vehicles, 6 M88 Medium
Recovery vehicles, and various other diesel powered generators.
 Supervised, trained and inspected subordinate personnel in proper use of troubleshooting
equipment and unit maintenance procedures
 Conducted various recovery and support operations in a combat zone
SKILLS:

3.  Highly skilled with automotive tools
 Possesses a great knowledge of general maintenance practices
and procedures
 Knows how Soldiers train and operate on a range complex
 Experienced SMAW/GMAW welder
 Heavy equipment operator
 Able to operate hand tool (grinders, drills, saws)
 Fork lift and overhead crane operator
 Torches, plasma cutters, water jet
 White light and blue light inspection Tech.
EDUCATION/TRAINING:
 Automotive maintenance and repair technology (Altamaha Technical College)
 Welding/Joining Technology (Altamaha Technical College)
 U.S. Army Maintenance managers course
 U.S. Army Maintenance leader course
 U.S. Army Advanced leaders course
REFERENCES:
 Keith A. Pearson : Cell 763-381-4230
 Daniel Shyers: Cell 912-271-8826
 Arnold Walker: Cell 912-271-1461