Steel Worker (SW) Examples


SW2 ADAMS       1/11       EP
My #1 of 11 frocked E5s. A proven leader and performer. Superb leadership skills, knowledge and dedication have earned him the respect of subordinates, superiors and peers. A hard charging leader with exceptional technical skills.

- Technically Proficient. He was a vital crew member for the new construction of a 1,062 square foot three sided storage pre-engineered building with a concrete reinforced floor, roll-up door and entrance ramps. His efforts led to timely completion of the 229 manday project valued at $150K providing a storage facility at the dry dock and enhancing the operational capabilities of Commander Fleet Activities Sasebo, Japan.
- Inspirational Leader. As the Company ACFL, he was instrumental in the success of the Battalion's physical readiness program. He personally scheduled and led regimented PRT sessions resulting in 46 Seabees achieving their fitness goals and a 97% PFA pass rate for the Battalion's fall cycle.
- Conscientious Ambassador. He spearheaded several MWR trips for Detail Sasebo enhancing morale on deployment. He organized and led 20 Seabees in hosting 23 Japanese elementary school students on a hike up Mount Yumihara enhancing U.S. and Japan relationships.

SW2 Adams' ability to complete tasks and enthusiastically lead Seabees establishes him as a "Go-To" leader in the Battalion. Perseverance, dedication and drive are impeccable. He has earned my complete trust and confidence and my strongest recommendation for SW1.




SW2 HARTSON       2/11       EP
My #2 of 11 frocked E5s. Poised, confident, self-starter that exceeds all expectations. An extremely talented Seabee who demonstrates exceptional drive and leadership always producing positive results.

- Mission Driven Leader. As a certified Hazardous Material Awareness representative, he quickly identified potential hazardous incidents and expertly trained 17 personnel in the handling, storing and inventorying of 526 hazardous material line items valued at $250K, ensuring a smooth transition to NMCB 3 for their PACOM deployment.
- Technically Competent. As Detail Chinhae Safety Petty Officer for the 29' x 24' Head Facility homeport project, he was instrumental in the planning and estimating efforts to include the development of the safety and quality control plan for 52 construction activity summary sheets resulting in zero mishaps and no rework for the 400 manday project providing a needed facility for Commander Fleet Activities Chinhae, South Korea.
- Goodwill Ambassador. He spent 26 off-duty hours working hand-in-hand with 24 Chinhae high school students on their local Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) project improving community relations.

SW2 Hartson is an outstanding individual with unlimited potential. He has demonstrated his dedication to mission accomplishment with a positive "Can-Do" attitude and continuous self-improvement. Earned my strongest recommendation to SW1.




SW2 STARMAN       5/11       MP
My #5 of 11 frocked E5s and my #2 MP. Petty Officer Starman is a multi-talented individual with a strong work ethic who mentors subordinates producing positive results.

- Exceptional Leader. As the lead steelworker for the Pleasant Valley Head Facility Project Planning and Estimating Cell, he was instrumental in identifying needed materials and developing the precedence diagram for NMCB 5's largest homeport project valued at $220K and 470 mandays enhancing Battalion's the technical skills and readiness.
- Distinguished Diplomat. During Combined Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) 2013 in Malaysia and Indonesia, he assisted in the training of 30 US, Indonesian, and Malaysian engineers in the construction of a Saebi Alternate Building Systems (SABS), Unexploded Reminisce of War (URW) disposal units, and concrete cloth as part of Subject Matter Expert exchanges providing host nations with the knowledge and methods for building various contingency structures using locally available materials.
- Subject Matter Expert. As lead Steelworker for Seabee Technical Trainer PEB module, he conducted hands-on training for 11 Seabees for critical in-rate skills through the erection of a 32' X 40' PEB structure preparing NMCB 5 for the upcoming PACOM deployment.

SW2 Starman is an effective leader who possesses unmatched enthusiasm and always gets the job done. Strongly recommended for advancement to SW1.




My ## EP among ## Stellar Second-Class Petty Officers! A top SW2, showing versatility by actively filling the billet of what should be a seasoned FCPO LS1!!!

-Central Tool Room assistant LPO and Table of Allowance Manager. Directly responsible for the Sailorization and management of 17 Sailors to include CDBs, Midterms, Room inspections and Formal Counselings. Flawlessly led his team, in the completion of 12 monthly inventories of 176 Tricons valued at $96.8m resulting in an inventory validity rate of 96% and receiving four grades of OUTSTANDING during four homeport excercises.
-Mission Focused. To align with NMCB FIVE Commanding Officer's TOA initiative, SW2 Dooley skillfully managed 26 working parties, and 11 forklift operators to relocate and properly stow 222 TRICONS, and 96 Toolkits, His expertise in warehouse management directly impacted NMCB 5 ability to complete inventories on 96 Tool Kits valued at $$$ reflecting in a Ready-To-Deploy evaluation grade from NCG-1 of 98%. He was instrumental in leading 11 Forklift operators totaling 561 Operator man hours in the staging of 109 TRICONS on LOT13 so NMCB FIVE could move all Mission essential cargo to 5 detachment sites. His efforts directly resulted in NMCB Five being certified to Deploy.
-As Command Assistant DAPA, he actively encouraged responsible use of alcohol. Submitted tailored DAPA notes into the POW and facilitated 3 separate training sessions on safe and responsible use of alcohol and the importance of bystander intervention for NMCB FIVE Sober October. Additionally, he taught 11 Command INDOC DAPA courses. SW2 Dooley volunteered 8 off-duty hours at Santa Paula animal rescue strengthening local community relations.

***Has my STRONGEST recommendation for IMMEDIATE advancement to FCPO!!! Promote NOW***




SW2       FREUDENBERG       15/102       EP
Top-notch leader and force multiplier who knows how to get the job done. A consummate professional whose blend of leadership and technical skills makes him one of my most sought after SCPOs. Already performing as a seasoned FCPO!

- Relentless Leader. Instrumental in the development of two Detail Atsugi project QC plans. His keen oversight ensured both projects totaling 600 mandays were constructed in a timely manner with the highest quality and no rework or mishaps improving the quality of life for all Sailors onboard Naval Air Facility Atsugi, Japan.
- Astute and Diligent Manager. As the Detail Transportation Petty Officer, he tracked, maintained and submitted monthly CESE reports for nine pieces of critical equipment ensuring the preventive maintenance was scheduled and conducted ahead of project construction schedules preventing interruptions to construction operations simultaneously maintaining a 98% CESE availability and an average 3M RAR above 95%.
- Sailor Advocate and Mentor. Always actively engaged in troops' daily tasks. He led and mentored 26 Seabees providing guidance, enforcing standards and holding them accountable. Outstanding LPO coordinating with company sponsors to ensure the smooth transition of over 100 Seabees into battalion supporting the Secretary of the Navy's 21st Century Initiative.

An extremely motivated and dynamic Sailor with an unmatched work ethic. 100% engaged in making this command better. Promote this superstar to FCPO now!




SW2       BUSKENESS       30/102       MP
A proven performer. Consistently demonstrates technical excellence and superior leadership skills. Strong work ethic and committed team player with unlimited potential.

- Mission Focused. As 2013 CARAT Philippines and Thailand Crew Leader, he led and trained 24 U.S., Philippine and Thai military engineers in constructing two 200 SF Saebi Alternative Building Systems (SABS) buildings valued at $120K totaling 240 mandays ahead of schedule. His actions directly supported Pacific Fleet's maritime strategy and strengthened interoperability between US, Philippine and Thai military engineers.
- Superb Administrative Skills. As Company ATPO, he meticulously tracked, maintained and scheduled 164 personnel in receiving rate, weapons and communications training providing company leadership visibility on personnel readiness for the upcoming FTX and PACOM deployment.
- Outstanding Community Involvement. A dedicated ambassador of goodwill walking nine hours to raise money during the Light the Night event and donated 18 off-duty hours supporting Relay for Life by erecting tents, setting up chairs, tear down and clean up. Additionally, he served as an emergency responder for Relay for Life by monitoring and treating participants who were injured.

Exhibits unquestionable integrity and brilliant in complex situations. Challenge this Seabee and watch him excel. Most strongly recommended for advancement to SW1.




Supervised and trained two inexperienced steel workers and provided cross rate training for 20 other personnel. Sat on 10 boards and conducted 20 training sessions for Expeditionary Warfare Specialist (EXWS) resulting in 12 sailors being EXWS qualified.




DURING NMCB 27'S FY2021 FIELD TRAINING EXERCISE. WITH NO FORMAL TRAINING OR PRIOR EXPERIENCE, SWCN CAMPER EMBRACED HER DUTIES AS ASSISTANT UAS DRONE OBSERVER AND GROUND TEAM SECURITY DETAIL DURING OPERATION TOPAZ, CULMINATING IN 14 SUCCESSFUL AND ACCIDENT FREE SORTIES. HER ATTENTION TO DETAIL, OBSERVATION SKILLS, AND EXPEDIENT RESPONSE TO FLIGHT DEMANDS RESULTED IN NEAR REAL-TIME INTELLIGENCE COLLECTION, CAMP LAYOUT UPDATES, AND IMAGERY DURING ENEMY CONTACTS.




Petty Officer Meyers led numerous events in preparation for over 20 builders and acceptance trials. He ensured that the Navy and Merchant Marine service received the best possible product from all shipyards.




Assistant military ship superintendent from April 2014 to February 2016. Petty Officer Nike has been instrumental in the preparation and execution of over 20 builders and acceptance trials for numerous projects, ranging from USNS Howard O Lorenzen, to the Egyptian fast missile craft and culminating with the acceptance of USS America (LHA-6) into service in the US Navy fleet. During this time he has been performing a job typically performed by a chief petty officer or above and gained the respect of not only shipyard employees but the entire chain of command and numerous retired senior military members now serving in shipbuilding roles. He has volunteered over 100 hours of his own time in support of VIP visits from Commander Expeditionary Strike Group 3, First Lady of Massachusetts, Commandant of the Marine Corps, Vice Chief of Naval Operations, Chief of Naval Operations, Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development and acquisitions, and the Secretary of the Navy.




LEAD STEEL WORKER AND CREW LEADER FOR JOINT TASK FORCE SUMMIT. STEEL WORKER 2ND CLASS CARSON LED AND MENTORED FIFTEEN FELLOW SEABEES IN THE CONSTRUCTION OF ONE TWENTY FOOT AND ONE SEVENTY FOOT BRIDGE THAT WILL BE USED IN THE EVENT OF EMERGENCY MEDICAL EVACUATION AT THE JTF SUMMIT SITE. HIS ATTENTION TO DETAIL AND LEADERSHIP ENABLED THE SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF BOTH BRIDGES AHEAD OF SCHEDULE DESPITE A SHORTENED CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE.




MERITORIOUS SERVICE WHILE SERVING AS BATTALION SAFETY OFFICER FOR NAVAL MOBILE CONSTRUCTION BATTALION TWENTY TWO FROM OCTOBER 20XX TO SEPTEMBER 20XX. CHIEF COX EXPERTLY MANAGED THE SAFETY PROGRAM ENSURING CONSISTENCY AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACROSS NINE GEOGRAPHICALLY SEPARATED DETACHMENTS. HIS EFFORTS RESULTED IN THE BATTALION ACHIEVING AN OVERALL INCREASE IN SAFETY PERFORMANCE AND, AS A DIRECT RESULT OF HIS LEADERSHIP, THE BATTALION WAS AWARDED THE FIRST NCD OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY AWARD FOR FYXX. CHIEF COX'S SUPERLATIVE PERFORMANCE, STEADFAST PERSEVERANCE AND OUTSTANDING DEVOTION TO DUTY REFLECTED CREDIT UPON HIM AND UPHELD THE HIGHEST TRADITIONS OF THE UNITED STATES NAVY.




HOSPITAL EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM MEMBER ON BOARD NAVAL MEDICAL CENTER PORTSMOUTH, VIRGINIA FROM JANUARY 2015 TO JANUARY 2017. DISPLAYED EXCEPTIONAL LEADERSHIP, ADMINISTRATIVE AND MENTORING ABILITY. A NAVY WOUNDED WARRIOR, HE CONTINUED TO PERFORM IN SPITE OF HIS INJURIES AND LIMITATIONS. HIS SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS THE CULMINATION OF 20 YEARS OF HONORABLE AND DEDICATED SERVICE RESULTING IN A LASTING LEGACY FOR JUNIOR SAILORS TO EMULATE.



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