Photo By Petty Officer 2nd Class Drace Wilson | NAVAL STATION ROTA, Spain (September 15, 2023) Utilitiesman 2nd Class Dodanin...... read more read more
Utilitiesman 2nd Class Dodanin Argumedo, assigned to the Utilities Energy Management (UEM) of Public Works Department (PWD) at Naval Station (NAVSTA) Rota, is the water utilities shop lead petty officer and the base backflow prevention program manager.
“I’m responsible for maintaining NAVSTA Rota's fresh water and sewage utility systems, 250 fire hydrants, and completing ship-to-shore water connections in support of U.S. naval ships,” explained Argumedo. “As the backflow prevention manager, I ensure that the base’s potable water from the pier/air terminal/base housing is maintained by providing preventative maintenance to ensure no backflow fails allowing untreated water to enter our water supply.”
Argumedo, originally from Houston, Texas, joined the Navy in 2015. Previous assignments include Construction Battalion Maintenance Unit (CBMU) 303 in San Diego, two tours with Public Works Department Souda Bay, Greece, and Naval Construction Mobile Battalion (NMCB) 5 and NMCB 1 both based in Port Hueneme.
Argumedo arrived to Naval Station Rota in 2022.
“My favorite thing about this command is that they are always challenging me in every aspect to become a better mentor and leader which I sincerely appreciate being molded into the leader I want to be,” he said. “I also appreciate the fact they back you 100% in whatever goals you set to achieve.”
Outside of his daily duties, he serves as the command indoctrination and sponsor program coordinator, command financial specialist, urinalysis program coordinator, and president of the Second Class Petty Officer Association (SCPOA).
He also holds an associate’s degree in general education and is working towards his bachelor’s in human resource management stating, “I love helping those who want to improve their careers or lifestyle in general.”
Being stationed in Rota has been a great duty location for him and his family. He appreciates being closer to his wife’s family in Finland and the opportunity to visit them more often. When he’s in Rota, Argumedo stays busy with working out, hiking, snowboarding, break dancing and sampling delicious foods!
“One of my hobbies is body building,” said Argumedo. “I just competed in men's physique class A over the weekend and won first place!”
Argumedo works hard both in and out of work. He’s always looking for opportunities to help his fellow Sailors and coworkers, or give back to the local community.
“My door is always open,” he said. “I enjoy when other commands reach out for help or assistance, and I always enjoy coordinating volunteer events which is how most commands on base know me. I hope I can maintain that status of being able to give back to the communities around base and Spain!”
| Date Taken: | 09.21.2023 |
| Date Posted: | 09.21.2023 06:24 |
| Story ID: | 453929 |
| Location: | ES |
| Hometown: | HOUSTON, TEXAS, US |
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