1. Dennis J. Donato
13675 Kayak Court, Jacksonville, Florida, 32226
757-329-4140 (Cell)
DennisDonatoJr@gmail.com/ Donatod@lsd43.navy.mil
SUMMARYOF QUALIFICATIONS
 21 years of Naval Engineering Propulsion and Auxiliary System maintenance and upkeep
(SHIPMAIN/JFMM/PMS). Experience in training, management, operation, inspections,
policy/procedural/personnel development
 7 years of material and maintenance management while serving as Ship’s Maintenance Officer
(scheduled and emergent)
 Active Secret clearance (Expires 2017)
 Engineering Officer of the Watch on 600 psi Steam Platforms (USS NASSAU LHA 4)
 Engineering Officer of the Watch on Gas Turbine Platforms (USS KLAKRINGFFG 42/USS
VICKSBURGCG 69/ USS FORT MCHENRY LSD 43)
 Engineering Training Team Leader for Gas Turbine, Diesel and Steam platforms
 Universal EPA certified AC/R and handling of refrigerants
EXPERIENCE
2014 – Present USS FORT MCHENRY (LSD 43) Jacksonville, Fl
Main Propulsion Assistant
 Supervised 54 personnelto include 2 Ensigns,2 CPOs and 50 Sailors in the operation and maintenance of
4- 2.5 Colt Pielstick engines and 4- 38 1/8 FairbanksMorse opposed piston generators,two reduction gear
boxes and associated line shafting. Additionally,manages associated ancillaries to include maintenance,
training, qualifications and engineering managed programs.
 Served as senior coordinator for training teams in observation and detailed evaluations of engineering
training teams for all shipboard Inspections.
 Served as a primary mentor and leaderin the personaland professional development of shipboard sailors
in main propulsion and auxiliary departments.
 Supervised multiple pre-deployment repairs by depot level contractor as Maintenance Officer.
Coordinated significant repairs within budget and completion date ahead of schedule.
 Served as Ship’s Oil/Water/Fuel King in maintaining Diesel Engine Jacket Water Chemistry, Distilling
operation,Lube Oiland FuelOilQuality management.Managesstorage, transfer and care of over 722k
gallons of Diesel Fuel Marine and aviation fuel.
2011 – 2014 USS VICKSBURG Jacksonville, Fl
ChiefEngineer/Main Propulsion Assistant/Maintenance Officer
 Supervised over 75 personnelincluding 2 SCPO and 4 CPOs in the daily operation, quality production and
materialreadiness of 4-LM2500 Gas Turbine Engines and 3-Allison 401K Gas Turbine Generators and
associated waste heatboilers and associated auxiliary support systems. Served as SME for Engineering
Department.
 Managed and supervised corrective/preventive maintenance and operation of 3-100 psi steam waste heat
boilers to include required 18 month boiler integrity inspection.
 Directed maintenance and repairs to auxiliary equipment to include two flash type distilling plants, five
centrifugalair conditioning plants,two reciprocating refrigeration units and associated galley equipment.
 Managed 6 million dollar maintenance budget to complete three separate maintenance availabilities to
extend the life of ship and deploy mission ready. Developed and directed robust 12 million dollar post
deployment maintenance availability and provided direct oversight of shipyard repairs to ensure
successful completion of availability.
 Served as Ship’s Oil/Fuel/Water King in maintaining Boiler Water Chemistry, Distilling operation and
FuelOil Quality management.Manages storage, transfer and care of over 500k gallons of Diesel Fuel
Marine and aviation fuels.

2. 2008 – 2011 USS KLAKRING (FFG 42) Jacksonville, Fl
Main Propulsion Assistant/AssistantChiefEngineer/Maintenance Officer
 Supervised 34 personnel to include 4 CPOs in the operation of 2-LM2500 Gas Turbine Engines, 4-16
cylinder Detroit Diesel Generators and associated ancillaries to include training, qualification and
engineering managed programs. Served a SME for Engineering Department due in large to Auxiliary and
Propulsion experience combined.
 Served as senior coordinator for training teams in observation and detailed evaluations of engineering
training teams for all shipboard Inspections.
 Served as a primary mentor and leaderin the personaland professional development of shipboard sailors
in main propulsion and auxiliary departments.
 Served as Ship’s Oil/Fuel/Water King in maintaining Jacket Water Chemistry, Distilling operation and
FuelOil Quality management. Managesstorage, transfer and care of over 250K gallons of Diesel Fuel
Marine and aviation fuels.
 Managed 11 million dollar budget in the execution of a 7 month maintenance availability and 3 million
dollars over the course of 3-21 day availabilities in support of post deployment repairs. Coordinated
multiple high risk depot level repairs with close oversight of contractors.
2004 – 2008 USS NASSAU (LHA 4) Norfolk , Va.
Auxiliary Leading ChiefPettyOfficer
 Managed 65 enlisted personneland 1 Officer in the operation and maintenance of 2-Ship’s Emergency
Diesel Generators, 5-250 ton centrifugal Air Conditioning/Refrigeration plants and auxiliary
steam/heating systems. Led the training,operation,maintenance and repair of engineering auxiliary and
associated equipment to include laundry and galley.
 Served as 1 of 2 Engineering Officer of the Watch during training cycle and follow on deployment.
 Served as program manager for fuel, lube oil associated systems for Ship’s Emergency Generators.
 Led Engineering Auxiliary Training Team Member responsible for the training and supervision of
qualifications to all inport and underway watch standing for junior personnel
2001 – 2004 Annapolis Naval Station Annapolis, Md
DieselEngine Shop Leading Petty Officer
 Supervised 14 enlisted personnel in the training, operation, maintenance and repair of 20 Yard Patrol
Craft, 10 sail craft and associated propulsion and auxiliary systems. Responsible for the repair and
overhaul of Detroit Diesel main engines and propulsion driveline.
 Supervised and managed 6 enlisted personnel serving within the Air Conditioning/Refrigeration shop.
 Led Naval Station Annapolis Auxiliary Security Force post 911.
1995 – 2001 USS DEYO (DD 989) Norfolk , Va.
Auxiliary DivisionLeading Petty Officer
 Supervised 9 enlisted personnelin the training,operation,maintenance and repair of 2-flash type distilling
plants,5-150 ton centrifugalair conditioning units,2- reciprocating refrigeration plants, electro hydraulic
steering and associated auxiliary support systems to include galley and laundry.
 Certified AC/Rtechnician,performing corrective and preventive maintenance on 5-150 ton centrifugal
A/C plants and 2- 8 ton refrigeration units.
 Engineering Training Team Member for Auxiliary Division
Served asAuxiliary Engineman on the following platforms and commands as anE6 & below:
 USS NASSAU (LHA 4) 2004-2008
 Annapolis Naval Station 2001-2004
 USS DEYO (DD 989) 1995-2001
EDUCATION

3. Propulsion Engineering Basics NV-1704-0001
Gas Turbine Fundamentals NV-1710-0097
FFG-7 Auxiliary Systems Operations NV-1710-0098
FFG-7 Propulsion Systems Monitor NV-1710-0299
Leader Development Program for Leading Petty Officers NV-1717-0025
Navy Leader Development Program for Chief Petty Officers NV-1717-0023
Administration and Operation of Shipboard 3-M Systems J-500-0025
Mechanical Maintenance (EN “A” School)
Mechanical Maintenance (EN “C” School)
Shipboard Propulsion Fuels and Oils and JP-5 Systems and Testing K-821-2142
Non-Propulsion Boilerwater/Feedwater Test and Treatment Certification A-652-0021
SWO Basic Steam for Engineering A-4H-0137
Boilerwater/Feedwater Test and Treatment Chelant Supervisor A-651-0116 (x2)
Operation Risk Management Essentials for Leaders CNET11969
AWARDS
Navy Commendation Medal (3 awards),Outstanding Performance
Navy Achievement Medal (5 awards),Superior Performance