Petty Officer Gavin is a knowledgeable and versatile Sailor whose team work has been invaluable to the command. He consistently takes on demanding assignments and completes them with exceptional results. His outstanding leadership, managerial skills and high level of professional competence have contributed significantly to the unit's high state of readiness.
Highlights of his specific accomplishments include:
- As an Awase Watch Supervisor, he expertly troubleshot multiple major system casualties and trained detachment personnel. He dedicated over 68 hours troubleshooting the Timing Frequency Distribution System (AN/BYQ-9), Solid State Power Amplifiers and Antenna Maintenance System Control Console, greatly contributing to the restoral
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- A highly motivated volunteer and member of the Okinawa Detachment's Petty Officer Association, he devoted 110 hours throughout multiple programs and opportunities. He volunteered 110 hours at the Foster Festival, Kinser Festival, Kin Blue Festival, Futenma Festival and White Beach Festival, helping raise over $23,000 for the Petty Officer Association and significantly contributed to the morale and wellness of the detachment Okinawa team. Additionally, he has dedicated over 25 hours to coaching the Okinawa Junior Navy Flag Football Team. His volunteer work has made a tremendous impact on the community and is an amazing complement of public relations on behalf of the United States Navy.
Petty Officer Gavin is a consummate professional and a gifted, inspirational leader and manager. He demands and receives maximum support from subordinates through invigorating leadership and direct supervision.
*** HAS MY STRONGEST RECOMMENDATION FOR THE NAVY AND MARINE CORPS ACHIEVEMENT MEDAL!