Hello everyone,

I have been a Gas Turbine Systems Technician for the United States Navy for 4 years now. I am honorably seperating next month and was wondering if any one here could give me some information or advise.

I have experience working on LM2500s, Allison 501k-17s, waste heat boilers and auxiliary equipment such as lube oil and fuel oil systems. I have both combined and simple cycle power plant experience. I have been to several naval engineering schools and also attended SDSU and received a professional certificate as a power plant operator.

I feel that my military credentials should transfer over very easily to the civilian sector but I am having a hard time getting my foot in the door. Any advise on as far as job searching or if I should further my education would be greatly appreciate.

Thanks
Ryan

Ryan,
Your qualifications and experience in the Navy is what the majority of power plant employers are looking for. You have the hands on experience in operations and maintenance and is a real advantage over those that have the theoritical education. I would spruce up your resume and focus on your O&M experinces on the gas turbines and boilers. depending on which plant you are applying for, I would focus on the specific training and experience you have with them. Power plant forum has a forum section where you can post your resume..check out the "jobs" section.. or try other web sites such as thinkenergy.com, careerbuilder.com, powerplantpro.com, and of course Monster.com etc. these are all great sources for your job search. good luck!
Regards,
Ryan

We have a new LM2500+ G4 at the University of Texas, and will be hiring Operators in the next week or two. Take a look at our web site U.T. Austin Job Search if you are interested.