This document is a resume for Chad Gayda, a Hull Maintenance Technician Chief Petty Officer and military veteran with over 20 years of experience in the United States Navy. He has led maintenance and repair teams on aircraft carriers and other naval vessels. Gayda is skilled in various processes including welding, brazing, and cutting. He has a background in machine shop services and experience conducting operations globally. Gayda seeks a position applying his leadership, management, and maintenance experience.

1. Chad Gayda
4472 White Pine Way Oceanside, CA.
(904) 514-1592
chad.gayda@gmail.com
LinkedIn Account: Chad Gayda
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Hull Maintenance Technician ChiefPetty Officer and Military Veteran with a Secret Security Clearance and
20+ years of proven experience in the United States Navy. Accomplished measurable results while leading
maintenance/repair teams of highly skilled subject matter experts in a dynamic, fast - paced environment. Possess a
comprehensive background in machine shop services, various processes of welding, brazing, cutting derived from
conducting domestic and global operations in several continents and countries. Managed risk upon multiple lines to
protect government assets, property, and equipment valued over 1.2 million dollars, while meeting the expectations
of senior leadership. Possess extensive knowledge in plumbing soil and waste drain systems, metal fabrication, and
conformity to strict quality assurance guidelines. Recipient of multiple awards for outstanding performance and
professionalism. Career supported by several training courses and qualifications.
 Experienced technician  Complex problem solver  Out of the box thinker
 Well versed leader
 Skilled manager
 Rapid learner
 Dedicated professional
 Organization/Communication
 Cultural diversity
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN-71) - San Diego, CA. 2015-2017
Leading Chief Petty Officer
 Led a team of 46 maintenance and repair technicians responsible for the preservation and upkeep of a 30
billion dollar government asset.
 Accountable as the Battle Force Level Maintenance Activity (LMA) Fly Away Support Team to Carrier Air
Wing 1 Battle Group, greatly enhancing war-fighting capability and mission directive.
SOUTH WEST REGIONAL MAINTENANCE CENTER– San Diego, CA. 2012 – 2015
-CODE 950 Littoral Combat Ship Product Line Leading Chief Petty Officer
Led, mentored, and trained 50 highly skilled maintenance team personnel, conducting operational and intermediate
level repairs aboard four LCS Class ships and various additional class ships in support of global operations while
assigned to Naval Base San Diego (SWRMC) for a period of 36 months.
 Directed employment of Damage Control Fixed and portable life-saving equipment; maintained 100%
accountability and serviceability of all assigned equipment in excess of $450K.
 Led over 17 maintenance assist operations including combined waterfront shipboard inspections; awarded
the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal by senior leaders for superior performance
 Managed over 350K equipment validations and databaseentries, ensuring vital Damage Control Equipment
was maintained; resulting in zero loss of accountability, and the continued integrity of all assets.
-CODE 930C WELD SHOP Leading Chief Petty Officer
• Intermediate Level Repair Supervisor
• Welding Re-qualification Program Manager
• Shop Technical Advisor
USS JOHN C. STENNIS (CVN-71) – Bremerton, WA. 2008 – 2012
Divisional Chief Petty Officer
Managed Engineering Department’s Repair Division overseeing all the ordering, tracking, and procurement of level
and non-level material to conduct mission essential repairs during strict time constraints.
 Directed 4 Managerial supervisors responsible for processing, validating and maintaining personnel-related
documentation, to include: staffing, training, time cards, performance evaluations, and employee absences
 Scheduled all production work; ensuring on time execution and first time quality.

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USS FARRAGUT (DDG-99) –Mayport, FL. 2005-2008
Leading Petty Officer
 Lead Welder/Fabricator/Machine Shop Supervisor
 Shipboard Fire Marshal/Gas Free Engineering Petty Officer
 Flight Deck Crash and Salvage Scene Leader
NAVAL STATION MAYPORT, HARBOR OPERATIONS – Mayport, FL. 2001-2005
Oil Spill Site Incident Manager/Welding Shop Supervisor/Boat Engineer
• RRSD/RRSG Oil/Gas Skimmers/ MK-8/Small Boat Operator
• 6K/20K Forklift Operator
• 5 Ton Vacuum Truck Operator
USS TAYLOR (FFG-50) – Mayport, Fl. 1996-2001
Production /Maintenance Shop Supervisor
• Potable water/Engineering Auxiliary Plant Monitor
• Piping system and structural repair technician
• Maintenance person of various fixed firefighting and portable equipment
WEST COAST PLUMBING- Santa Maria, CA. 1994-1996
New Construction and Repair Plumbers Assistant
• ABS/CPVC/PVC/Copper Pipe Fitter
• Commercial and Residential Gas Line Installation
• Rough-In/Finish Setter
101 RECYCLING- Santa Maia, CA. 1992-1994
General Worker
• 4K/20K Forklift Operator
• Aluminum/Glass Hopper Operator
• Cardboard/Plastic Bailer Operator
EDUCATION
Joint Service Transcripts available by request
QUALIFICATIONS
Chief of the Watch/Engineering Duty Officer
Command Duty Officer
Quality Assurance Work Center Supervisor
Quality Assurance Lead Planner
Quality Assurance Inspector
Drug and Alcohol Program Administrator
SELECT AWARDS
Navy and Marine Corps Accommodation Medal (2)
Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (6)
Commander Naval Air Forces Pacific “Engineer of the Year”
LIMITED TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY
Software: Microsoft Office (2003, 2007, 2010), SharePoint
Operating Systems: Microsoft Windows (95, 98, XP, Vista), Windows 7, Windows 8