Objective
Chief engineer
Experience
K-Sea Transportation LLC Nov. 2007- Present
2700 W. Commodore Way
Seattle WA. 98101
Safely and efficiently operating the entire engineering plant, maintaining/inspections of generators, tow winch, electric motors, air compressors, centrifuge, main engines reduction gear, performing all maintenance and electrical work aboard the ship, collecting lube oil samples from all machinery, checking all pumps and machinery during rounds, log entries for E.R., L.O., F.O., monitoring activities from the engine control room, competent and responsible for all fuel oil transfers to ship and barge
Blue Chip 2 Jan. 2003 – Jan. 2007
2 Easy Street
Michigan City, IN 46360
A party to new commissioning vessel (Blue Chip 2) while ship construction was underway worked with builders in inspecting/repairing, and initiating systems online. Responsible for daily engine room operations including: main propulsion jet drives, 1825KW generators, pumps, HVAC, boilers, steam boilers, air compressors, fabricating, welding, ships plumbing and fuel systems, electrical wiring, oil systems, fire fighting equipment, ballast systems, and supervision of workers associated with my watch.
Blue Chip 1 Dec. 2003 – Mar. 2006
2 Easy Street
Michigan City, IN 46360
Responsible for daily engine room operations including: main propulsion Z drives, 1825KW generators, pumps, HVAC, air compressors, fabricating, welding, ships plumbing and fuel systems, electrical wiring, oil systems, fire fighting equipment, ballast systems, and supervision of workers associated with my watch.
Gramata Development Corp. Aug. 2000 – Dec. 2002
1228 West Glenlake Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60660
Coordinated demolition projects on private residences and condominiums; prepared sites for new builds and renovations. Provided superior leadership, direction and supervision for demolition, carpentry and support personnel; allocated work, evaluated performance, solved problems and provided technical / project guidance. Safely and effectively operated power and manual hand tools, picked up supplies and ensured a safe work environment in accordance with all applicable rules and regulations.
Aldi Incorporated Feb. 2002 – Aug. 2002
4833 Oakton Street Skokie, Illinois 60077
Delivered top quality customer service to all patrons. Received and receipted a variety of payments and other cash and cash-related transactions; verified and posted to appropriate accounts; issued receipts. Maintained $3,000 in cash, balanced cash register drawer; investigated and resolved any out-of-balance problems. Provided information to patrons in response to their inquiries; directed them to appropriate area of store, as necessary. Carried out a range of in-store tasks; stocking, maintaining inventory and cleaning.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts, University of Illinois at Chicago, Dec. – 2001
Certification
Current U.S. Merchant Marine License:
Assistant Engineer (Limited Oceans) of motor vessels of any horse power
Designated Duty Engineer of motor vessels of any horse power
Current U.S. Merchant Endorsements:
Qualifying Member of the Engine Room Department
OS, Any unlicensed positions in the engineering department, SD(FH)
Current Certificates:
Combined-Basic/ Advanced Marine Fire-fighting Training Course of the Maritime Administration’s Great Lakes Region Marine Fire Training Center, Toledo, Ohio July - 2004
CPR and Life-supporting first aid
Shipyard Competency
U.S. Marine Corps Certificates: Sergeant-Avionics Technician
United States Marine Corps, Lowery Air Force Base, Denver CO,
Courses in basic electronic, photography, and audiovisual equipment repair March 1988
United States Marine Corps, Noncommissioned Officer School, San Diego CA. July 1990
United States Marine Corps, Naval Air Technical Training Center, Millington TN,
Courses in basic electronics including AC and DC circuitry, Avionics Communication,
Navigation deceptive electronics countermeasure systems for (U/AH-1) Helicopters June 1992
Skils
Computers, troubleshooting, welding, electrical, shipyard competent.