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PSNS & IMF veterans reflect on how military service informs their work at the shipyard
November 16, 2023 — Veterans Day, originally known as Armistice Day, is an occasion to thank and honor all those who served honorably in the military — both the living and those who have passed — whether in wartime or peace. The day is largely intended to thank living veterans for their service, to acknowledge that their contributions to our national security are... MORE

Approximately 26 percent of Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility’s workforce are veterans. From battlefields to battalions, skies to seas, each veteran carries knowledge and experiences that help shape their civilian work. For some, their work at PSNS & IMF is an extension of their service. For others, it's an opportunity to try a new career field while continuing their service to the nation. Pictured here are (top left to right) Paul Silivelio, U.S. Marine Corps, 14 years, Marine Machinery Supervisor, Shop 38, Marine Machinist; Leslie Churchill, U.S. Navy, 24 years; Marine Machinery Supervisor, Shop 38, Marine Machinist; Daniel Trout, U.S. Navy, 5 years, Mechanic, Shop 52, Regional Calibration; Rozy Castellanos, U.S. Navy, 24 years, Career Counselor, Command Career Center; (bottom left to right) Jim Cook, U.S. Navy, 23 years, Division Head, Code 1101, Executive Support Staff; and Robin Lee, U.S. Marine Corps, 4 years, Graphic Designer, Code 1160, Public Affairs Office.

Winter weather can bring delayed starts, curtailment
November 16, 2023 — As the threat of inclement weather begins to rise so do questions of curtailment. A curtailment due to snow or other extreme weather or emergency situations can result in non-critical operations being curtailed for safety, either for a short period of time, a shift or for multiple shifts.Mission essential status Even in the event of inclement... MORE

PSNS & IMF Employee Notification System graphic (PSNS & IMF graphic by Scott Hansen)

Self-screening key to early detection of breast cancer
November 16, 2023 — Breast Cancer Awareness Month, held annually in October, aims to promote screening and prevention of the disease. Known best for its pink theme color, the observance features a number of campaigns and programs focusing on supporting people diagnosed with breast cancer, educating people about breast cancer risk factors, and stressing the importance... MORE

According to the CDC, about 255,000 women get breast cancer and 42,000 women die from the disease each year. Learn about risks, symptoms, screenings, and diagnosis here: https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/dcpc/resources/features/breastcancerawareness/. (Defense Health Agency graphic by Kim Farcot)

More than 300 job offers extended during two-day shipyard hiring fair at the Kitsap Conference Center
October 31, 2023 — Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility held a two-day hiring fair at the Kitsap Conference Center in downtown Bremerton Oct. 20- 21. Approximately 1,300 job seekers came through the doors, resulting in 331 on-the-spot job offers during the event.The focus of this event was to hire more skilled trade positions for the... MORE

Joe Fenske, division head, Code 135, Non-Destructive Testing Division, talks with job seekers Oct. 20, 23, during the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility Hiring Fair at the Kitsap Conference Center in downtown Bremerton, Washington. The goal for this hiring event was to find more skilled trade employees for the command's production shops. (U.S Navy Photo by Wendy Hallmark)

Capt. JD Crinklaw spends a day meeting with leaders at Detachment Everett and talking with the workforce
October 26, 2023 — Capt. JD Crinklaw, commander, Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility, visited PSNS & IMF Detachment Everett Oct.16 to meet with leadership and present awards to the Sailors and civilians for their efforts supporting the Navy’s fleet.Crinklaw met with Capt. Ash Wright, deputy commander, Northwest Regional Maintenance Center,... MORE

Capt. JD Crinklaw, commander, Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility, visits with Sailors and civilian employees in the electronics shop Oct. 16, 2023, during a visit to PSNS & IMF Detachment Everett. Crinklaw also met with senior leaders to discuss daily operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Scott Hansen)

Command honors ERG leaders for their achievements
October 26, 2023 — Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility honored 24 Employee Resource Group co-leads with Special Achievement Awards Oct. 11 for their support of command goals and employees.The co-leads were joined by their supervisors, during a ceremony in the shipyard auditorium, as they received their awards and a heartfelt thank you from... MORE

BIPOC Employee Resource Group co-leads Ashley Jackson, left, and Taylor Lindbom, middle, visit with Anti-Harassment and Discrimination Team co-lead Merritt Boggess Oct. 11, 2023, after receiving Special Achievement Awards in the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility Auditorium, in Bremerton, Washington. (U.S. Navy photo by Wendy Hallmark)

New class of apprentices ready for their future after receiving certificates at annual graduation ceremony
October 25, 2023 — After four years of hard work and dedication, learning in a hybrid online and in-person environment, 236 skilled workers graduated from the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility Apprentice Program during a ceremony held Sept. 29 at the Bremerton High School Performing Arts Center.This year’s graduates represent 27 different... MORE

Steve Morgan, superintendent, Shop 38, Marine Machinist, congratulates Jeanoelle Emery, marine machinery mechanic, Shop 38, Marine Machinist, Sept. 29, 2023, during the annual PSNS & IMF Apprentice Program graduation ceremony at Bremerton High School, in Bremerton, Washington.

New NBK parking lot available to shipyard employees
October 24, 2023 — Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility has another parking lot for shipyard employees wishing to park on Naval Base Kitsap.Parking Lot H, located on U Street across from the former Samuel Adams Brewhouse on Naval Base Kitsap, has been designated as a priority lot. Employees currently on the parking waiting list, or signing... MORE

Additional parking is now available to eligible Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility employees at the recently opened Parking Lot H on Naval Base Kitsap-Bremerton, Washington. (U.S.Navy photo by Jeb Fach)

Event helps shipyard connect with potential vendors
October 18, 2023 — Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility hosted an Industry Day event Oct. 5 at the Naval Undersea Museum in Keyport, Wash., to educate contractors who may not be currently bidding on contracts regarding what types of contracts they might qualify for, and how they can start the process of working with the command.According to... MORE

Capt. Mark Schuchmann, business and strategic planning officer, Code 1200, Business and Strategic Planning Office, speaks to Industry Day participants Oct. 5, 2023, at the Naval Undersea Museum in Keyport, Wash. (U.S.Navy photo by Max Maxfield)

USS Scranton begins availability: Eight-month DSRA to be performed inside floating dry dock at Naval Base Point Loma in San Diego
October 16, 2023 — USS Scranton (SSN 756) recently entered a floating dry dock at Naval Base Point Loma in San Diego to begin an eight-month Drydocking Selected Restricted Availability. The work is being performed by Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility personnel.Based on workload forecasting, leadership made the decision more than two years... MORE

USS Scranton (SSN 756) begins an eight-month availability Aug. 23, 2023, inside a floating dry dock at Naval Base Point Loma in San Diego. Between 400 and 500 PSNS & IMF personnel are assisting with the availability. (U.S. Navy photo by Sheri Vollmuth)

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