Nicholas Zeichner

Nuclear power trained Electrician's Mate First Class (E-6) with six years of experience in generation dispatch and electrical switching, followed by extensive background in generator and electrical maintenance, testing, troubleshooting, repair, and emergency control operations at nuclear power plants. Pursuing an electrical engineering degree.

Naval Nuclear Propulsion and Electric Plant Supervisor - US Navy - Bangor, WA

(2019-06 - 2025-06)

• Continuously supervised the ship's electrical plant as the Electrical Operator, ensuring stable frequency and voltage, proper generator loading, and safe operation of all power-distribution equipment.
• Executed switching orders and generator control actions to maintain uninterrupted and compliant operations in both routine and emergency conditions.
• Operated and maintained critical power-generation and distribution assets, including turbine and diesel generators, transformers, high-capacity circuit breakers, load centers, electrical controllers, and motors, developing extensive technical proficiency across complex electrical systems.
• Directed and executed electrical switching orders and clearance procedures to support emergency response, routine plant operations, and scheduled maintenance, ensuring maximum system reliability and adherence to safety protocols.
• Monitored electrical plant parameters and initiated corrective actions, making adjustments or coordinating technical teams to troubleshoot and resolve abnormalities efficiently.

Engineering Department Logroom Yeoman - US Navy - Bangor, WA

(2023-01 - 2025-06)

• Coordinated with other military departments and civilian work centers to schedule, perform, and supervise hundreds of maintenance tasks, repairs, and tests of the reactor plant and ship wide distribution systems, ensuring operational performance during 4 strategic deterrence patrols in this role.
• Implemented stringent technical practices among a group of 50 technicians for the operation and maintenance of electrical, mechanical, and nuclear equipment, emphasizing personnel and equipment safety.

Command Fitness Leader - US Navy - Bangor, WA

(2023-01 - 2025-06)

• Oversaw USS Nevada's Command Physical Training.
• Administration of the Physical Readiness Test, Fitness Enhancement Program, and data entry.
• Developed a comprehensive fitness program for personnel to improve physical readiness and optimize performance.

Commercial Diver - Divers Institute of Technology (2023-01)

Motor Generator Combined Maintenance - Trident Training Facility Bangor (2021-04)

Prototype Training - Naval Nuclear Power Training Unit (2020-09)

Nuclear Power School - Naval Nuclear Power Training Command (2020-03)

Nuclear Field "A" School - Naval Nuclear Power Training Command