Christian Barnett

Biochemistry graduate and former U.S. Navy Engineering Laboratory Technician with comprehensive experience in nuclear plant chemistry, radiological control, and laboratory instrumentation. Skilled in precise sampling, analytical testing, and technical documentation within highly regulated and safety-critical environments. Known for disciplined execution, reliability, and a collaborative approach to scientific and operational tasks. Currently advancing expertise through continued biochemistry studies with long-term goals of integrating technical, chemical, and medical knowledge into clinical and healthcare-focused settings.

• Advanced to MMN2 ahead of standard progression timeline.
• Recognized for reliability, technical competence, and adherence to procedural standards.
• Demonstrated effective mentorship and support of peers in qualification progress.
• Consistently upheld high standards of discipline, safety, and operational integrity.

Zenith Acquisitions, Sales & Marketing / Team Lead,  Managed sales teams and supported recruitment and training., Conducted client negotiations and contributed to performance development initiatives.

• Chemistry & Laboratory Operations, Primary and secondary system chemistry, Reactor coolant analysis, Radiological surveys, Dose tracking, Water treatment, Instrument calibration, Radnwaste processing, Resin transfers, Contamination control, Laboratory management
• Radiological Controls, RCA monitoring, Health physics instrumentation, Radiological response, Environmental monitoring, ALARA implementation
• Mechanical Systems, Valve rebuilds, Mechanical repairs, Lube oil purifier operation, Pump operations, Steam system support, Troubleshooting
• Operational Watchstanding, Feed/Condensate and Logs & Records (training-level operational qualification)

United States Navy, Machinist's Mate (Nuclear) Second Class (MMN2) / Engineering Laboratory Technician (ELT), USS FLORIDA - Blue Crew, Engineering Laboratory Technician (ELT), Performed primary and secondary system chemistry for reactor coolant and steam plant systems., Conducted radiological surveys, contamination monitoring, and exposure control., Completed routine chemistry sampling under strict procedural compliance., First fully qualified ELT upon arrival and recommended for leading ELT responsibilities early in tenure., Supported propulsion plant readiness and compliance with Navy radiological and chemistry standards., USS LA JOLLA (Moored Training Ship - MTS), Engineering Laboratory Technician / Engineering Watch stander, Completed advanced qualification as an Engineering Laboratory Technician., Stood Feed/Condensate and Logs & Records watches with accurate system monitoring and documentation., Conducted reactor plant chemical testing and coolant sampling., Supported reactor startup and shutdown chemistry and radiological evolutions., Executed radiological surveys, contamination control, decontamination, resin transfers, and rad and waste processing., Managed laboratory operations, instrument calibration, and water treatment analysis., Mentored personnel on qualification progress based on exemplary performance., Nuclear Field 'A' School, mechanical systems, steam turbines, instrumentation, and technical mathematics., Nuclear Power School, reactor principles, radiological science, thermal sciences, and engineering fundamentals., Prototype Training (MTS), hands-on reactor plant operations, chemistry, radiological controls, and safety compliance.