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Michael Summers

Sullivan

Summary

Dynamic professional with 30 years of experience in leadership roles, leveraging military training and pastoral work to guide teams and organizations towards excellence. Demonstrates strong work ethic, organizational skills, and adaptability in both collaborative and independent environments. Open to relocation and authorized to work in the US.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior safety inspector

State of Missouri Fire Marshall
01.2025 - Current
  • Inspector boilers and pressure vessels for code violations.
  • Plan inspection schedule, contact and coordinate with businesses and other entities being inspected.
  • Complete and file all paperwork paying attention to recording violations.
  • Followup on violations ensuring compliance with safety code.
  • Explain what code expects and help various entities understand what is needed to return to compliance.
  • Act as a representative of the office of Fire Marshall to the public in general.
  • Maintain records of miles traveled, maintenance on vehicle and fuel used.
  • Stay current on all new code and state laws pertaining to boilers and other mechanical items related to work.

Plant Operation Technician II

Mercy Hospital and Medical Center
09.2023 - 12.2024
  • Boiler and Chiller plant operation. All maintenance and operation of a 150 lb steam plant and associated equipment. Operation of Metasys control system for hospital comfort controls. Operation and Maintenance of 6 large chillers and associated tower and pumping equipment including water testing and control of building cooling. Maintenance of hospital equipment throughout the hospital and emergency control of firefighting, tube delivery, and elevator systems.

Boiler Technician 1

Cleaver-Brooks Sales and Service, Inc.
01.2023 - 09.2023
  • Boiler servicing to include but not limited to: Periodic maintenance
  • Tube and pipe repair
  • Controls and electronics
  • Tuning boiler furnace
  • Repair boiler internals and firewalls.
  • Dealing with and providing for customer needs while delivering quality maintenance.

Boiler Operator

Amentum
12.2022 - 01.2023
  • Operation and repair of boilers and plant equipment in an pharmaceutical facility.

Engineering Technician Mechanical

Fort Leonard Wood Army Instillation
05.2021 - 12.2022
  • Act as inspector for mechanical and civil repairs completed by contractor.
  • Subject matter expert for Mechanical division.
  • Oversee repairs for building mechanical systems and ensure completion according to contract specifications.
  • Read and interpret engineering drawings and apply to maintenance completed.
  • Report issues through DART and service order systems to ensure repair of damage and proper operation of equipment.
  • Work with planners to create jobs for the Annual Work plan to be sent for contract, Emergency, and regular update and repair.
  • Work with office products to facilitate communication throughout the workplace.
  • Understand and interpret contract documents to be able to inspect work completed and standards to be attained.

Boiler Plant Mechanic

Jefferson Barracks VA Hospital
09.2020 - 04.2021
  • Responsible for all aspects of the repair, operation, and inspection of a large utility plant in a VA hospital.
  • The plant contains 3 Victory water tube high-pressure boilers, 3 1200 ton chillers, and all associated equipment.
  • Maintained equipment through regular maintenance procedures.
  • Prepared orders for needed parts and equipment
  • Reads and interprets plant manuals and blueprints.
  • Worked as fill-in operator to ensure continued operation of plant systems.
  • Utilized Microsoft Excel and Word to compile data gathered from various sources.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.

Utility Systems Repairer Operator (WG-11)

Department of Veterans Affairs
03.2019 - 09.2020
  • Responsible for all aspects of the repair, operation, and inspection of a large utility plant for a VA hospital.
  • The plant contains: 3 English water tube high-pressure boilers, 5 1000 ton and 1 500 ton Carrier chillers, medical air and vacuum systems, and all associated equipment.
  • Saved valuable time for the plant by reworking the maintenance program finding and removing unneeded checks while adding needed checks.
  • Helped create a work schedule that created a more productive environment.
  • Learned work order system and acted as primary call location for all the hospitals' maintenance issues to support office needs.
  • Acted as primary shop maintenance coordinator for the engineering department.
  • Utilized Microsoft Excel and Word to compile data gathered from various sources.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.

Primary Pastor and Leader of a Small Church

Bourbon UMC
07.2018 - 03.2019
  • Provide spiritual leadership.
  • Planned, wrote and lead various services: Sunday Service, Weddings, Funerals, Community joint faith services, and bible study groups.
  • Involved in strategic planning as well as financial budgetary decision making.
  • Interviewed applicants, recommended individuals for hiring, and evaluated staff performance.
  • Acted as primary visionary to establish goals and create a plan for future growth.
  • Assisted in development of individualized lesson plans, goals and criteria for members and leaders.
  • Coached and mentored 3 staff members by offering constructive feedback and asking about long- term career growth goals.
  • Participated in Pastoral Community planning activities for the many faiths add to the community.
  • Help manage the local Thrift Charity Shop and Food distribution.
  • Maintained church records according to Denominational guidelines.
  • Headed inclusiveness training and helped to create a program for new people to be welcome.
  • Contact: 573-732-5686

Primary Pastor and Leader

St. James United Methodist Church
07.2015 - 12.2018
  • Provide spiritual leadership along with various clerical duties.
  • Involved with strategic planning as well as financial budgetary decision making.
  • Grew church membership by 25 people in the second year and 20 in the third year as pastor
  • Conducted special services like baptisms, weddings, and funerals.
  • Led outreach initiatives into the unchurched community, inactive members, and new residents in the community.
  • Wrote articles for church newsletters and bulletins.
  • Brought attention to youth ministry contributions through congregational awareness initiatives.
  • Carried out church mission by planning and leading worship services, writing sermons, and working with church leaders.
  • Coordinated with stewardship committee to advocate biblical stewardship when promoting congregational benevolence.
  • Visited, counselled, and prayed with church members to provide pastoral care.
  • Guided staff and volunteers in administering education, youth, social action, fellowship, and pastoral care ministry programs.

Lead Pastor Associate Pastor of a Mid-sized (300-400) Member Church

First UMC Rolla
01.2014 - 07.2015
  • Managed all aspects of ministry.
  • Was primary contact on matters needing attention. Worked with lead to resolve issues and plan for growth opportunities.
  • Organized three events that helped to raise $ 15000 for charitable activities
  • Guided staff and volunteers in administering education, youth, social action, fellowship, and pastoral care ministry programs.
  • Carried out church mission by planning and leading worship services, writing sermons, and working with church leaders.
  • Brought attention to youth ministry contributions through congregational awareness initiatives.
  • Coordinated with stewardship committee to advocate biblical stewardship when promoting congregational benevolence.
  • Visited, counselled, and prayed with church members to provide pastoral care.
  • Reached out to unchurched, new residents or inactive church members.
  • Improved operations and functions of church committees by clarifying objectives and empowering other committee members to take responsibility.
  • Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.

Boiler Operator/Maintenance

Missouri School of Science and Technology
12.2007 - 12.2013
  • Operate and monitor two Detroit Stoker coal-fired boilers and a Detroit Stoker boiler.
  • Conduct maintenance both planned and emergency on boilers, pumps, HVAC equipment, piping work, turbine generator, cooling towers (Marley), ash control vacuum system, Hydrostatic collectors, baghouse collectors, woodchip, and coal moving systems.
  • Maintained and repaired coal and wood chip elevator systems to ensure the proper delivery of fuel.
  • Monitored and inspected equipment, systems, and control boards.
  • Cleaned and lubricated equipment on regular schedules to maintain the life of machinery and achieve consistent operations.
  • Updated computer data logs and prepared reports to inform the next shift about notable needs and incidents.
  • Practiced safe lockout-tagout procedures to prevent injury to personnel during maintenance procedures.
  • Kept optimal boiler pressures and monitored steam unit operations.
  • Completed tests of boiler water, plant condensate, and chilled water to assess conformance with specifications.
  • Regulated system conditions to balance power generation, cost, and safety concerns.
  • Always adhered to plant safety and environmental policies and procedures.
  • Detailed all plant activities in Daily logs, noting any concerns and issues, and disseminated reports to Plant Supervisor.
  • Monitored operating power plant equipment and readouts to identify problems and pursue corrective action.

Boiler Engineer III

Phelps County Regional Medical Center
05.2007 - 12.2007
  • Operate and monitor Scotts Marine boilers, Hot water boilers, water heaters, 2 York Chillers, Water softeners, window and through the wall a/c units, space heaters, and refrigerators.
  • Answer patient calls with regards to plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and various other mechanical problems.
  • Completes repairs of all plant machinery when necessary ensuring constant operation of essential equipment.
  • The primary area of work is maintaining all pumps and seals, steam equipment, piping, and valves.

Boiler Operator

Tyco Healthcare Mallinckrodt
12.2003 - 05.2007
  • Assist in the operation of coal and oil-fired boilers.
  • Operate Resin Bed deionizers and LP air compressors.
  • Operate and monitor cooling towers.
  • Operate bottom and fly ash systems.
  • Operate and maintain bag house system.
  • Operate and maintain all related auxiliaries i.e.
  • Pumps filters strainers turbines.
  • Lubricate and grease all steam driven equipment.
  • Identified machinery issues and repaired parts to keep equipment up and running.
  • Always adhered to plant safety and environmental policies and procedures.
  • Practiced safe lockout-tagout procedures to prevent injury to personnel during maintenance procedures.
  • Monitor operating power plant equipment and readouts to identify problems and pursue corrective action.
  • Completed tests of boiler water, plant condensate and chilled water to assess conformance with specifications.
  • Kept optimal boiler pressures and monitored steam unit operations.
  • Updated computer data logs and prepared reports to inform next shift about notable needs and incidents.
  • Monitored and inspected equipment, systems, and control boards.
  • Collected oil, water and electrolyte samples to complete laboratory testing.

Maintenance Technician

Virginia Beach Mall
10.2003 - 12.2003
  • General Building Maintenance in a large shopping mall.
  • Electrical, Mechanical, and Structural.
  • Maintained available parts, tools and materials inventory to stay able to respond promptly to issues.
  • Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.
  • Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and completed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
  • Performed general maintenance on machinery and equipment to prevent malfunctions.
  • Installed new systems, replacement parts and components to maintain proper operation.
  • Repaired leaking faucets, clogged toilets and other equipment to keep bathrooms fully functional.
  • Collaborated with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventative maintenance schedules.
  • Used rulers and micrometers to inspect parts to determine changes in dimension requirements.
  • Oversaw onsite safety compliance to safety regulations and OSHA standards.
  • Used brushes, rollers, spray equipment and paint to paint variety of interior and exterior surfaces.

Machinist Mate

United States Navy
09.1999 - 09.2003
  • 600 psi propulsion and electrical generation plant operator and maintenance person.
  • Performed maintenance on and operated Main Propulsion turbines, generators, Marine Boilers, and all related equipment.
  • Achieved qualification of Machinist Mate of the watch responsible for entire plant operation.
  • As ships Planned Maintenance coordinator, responsible for implementing the Navy's 3M system throughout the ship in all departments and divisions. Led the ship in correcting the previous system allowing for a fully ready report on inspection following shipyard work.
  • Other duties included Department Maintenance coordinator, and Work center supervisor for Main Propulsion Division: Responsible for the planning scheduling and ensuring the performance of all maintenance in the Propulsion Divisions.
  • Ships Engineering Operational Sequencing Systems manager: Readied the command for inspection and further operation by installing and implementing the new electronic planned maintenance system.
  • ICAS administrator: Responsible for the upkeep and programming of the computer log keeping system and the ship's vibration analysis program.
  • Achieved the following qualifications: Enlisted Surface Warfare Specialist, Machinist Mate of the watch, Damage Control Central, 3M Officer.
  • Received the following awards: National Defense Service Medal (2 awards), Navy Battle 'E' Ribbon (2 awards), Sea Service Deployment (3 awards), Good Conduct Medal (2 awards), Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Navy Achievement Medal, Meritorious Unit Commendation.
  • Regulated machining factors like part speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth and angle of cuts.
  • Troubleshot and repaired machines to increase productivity and decrease spending.
  • Designed detailed preventive maintenance schedules to enhance tool performance.
  • Operated hand tools, drill presses, riveting machines, and tap burners to safely produce projects.
  • Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
  • Calibrated machinery to optimize performance according to prescribed standards and specific project needs.

Factory Line Worker

True Manufacturing
02.1996 - 08.1999
  • Followed work orders to correctly assemble building components.
  • Operated electrical, hydraulic and air-activated hand tools to plant production.
  • Assembled light and medium-sized parts in factory setting.
  • Placed finished products in completed box in preparation for packing and distribution.
  • Analyzed parts to determine quality and conformance to specifications.

Machinist Mate

United States Navy
12.1991 - 12.1996
  • Increased equipment lifespans by incorporating thorough preventive and corrective maintenance processes.
  • Regulated machining factors like part speed, feed, coolant flow and depth and angle of cuts.
  • Troubleshot and repaired machines to increase productivity and decrease spending.
  • Designed detailed preventive maintenance schedules to enhance tool performance.
  • Operated hand tools, drill presses, riveting machines and tap burners to safely produce projects.
  • Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
  • Calibrated machinery to optimize performance according to prescribed standards and specific project needs.

Education

Associate - Management

Colorado Technical University

Skills

  • Plumbing
  • Employee Evaluation
  • MECHANICAL REPAIR
  • Writing Professional and speech
  • Laboratory Experience
  • BOILER (10 years)
  • Manufacturing
  • Equipment Repair
  • MAINTENANCE (10 year)
  • Microsoft Word, Exell, Power Point and Access (7 Years)
  • ELECTRO-MECHANICAL
  • Mechanic Experience
  • Micrometer
  • Leadership
  • Electrical Experience
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Calipers
  • ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
  • Public speaking
  • Facilities Maintenance

Certification

OSHA 10 Present

Military Service

  • Branch: United States Navy
  • Service Country: United States
  • Rank: E6
  • December 1990 to September 2003

CUST

  • Attended Machinist Mate
  • USNavy
  • (Nuclear Field) 'A' School, Nuclear Field Power school and Nuclear Field Prototype school.
  • Worked in several different power plants in the navy.
  • USS Siribachi, USS Wasp.

Timeline

Senior safety inspector

State of Missouri Fire Marshall
01.2025 - Current

Plant Operation Technician II

Mercy Hospital and Medical Center
09.2023 - 12.2024

Boiler Technician 1

Cleaver-Brooks Sales and Service, Inc.
01.2023 - 09.2023

Boiler Operator

Amentum
12.2022 - 01.2023

Engineering Technician Mechanical

Fort Leonard Wood Army Instillation
05.2021 - 12.2022

Boiler Plant Mechanic

Jefferson Barracks VA Hospital
09.2020 - 04.2021

Utility Systems Repairer Operator (WG-11)

Department of Veterans Affairs
03.2019 - 09.2020

Primary Pastor and Leader of a Small Church

Bourbon UMC
07.2018 - 03.2019

Primary Pastor and Leader

St. James United Methodist Church
07.2015 - 12.2018

Lead Pastor Associate Pastor of a Mid-sized (300-400) Member Church

First UMC Rolla
01.2014 - 07.2015

Boiler Operator/Maintenance

Missouri School of Science and Technology
12.2007 - 12.2013

Boiler Engineer III

Phelps County Regional Medical Center
05.2007 - 12.2007

Boiler Operator

Tyco Healthcare Mallinckrodt
12.2003 - 05.2007

Maintenance Technician

Virginia Beach Mall
10.2003 - 12.2003

Machinist Mate

United States Navy
09.1999 - 09.2003

Factory Line Worker

True Manufacturing
02.1996 - 08.1999

Machinist Mate

United States Navy
12.1991 - 12.1996

Associate - Management

Colorado Technical University

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