Objective
To obtain a shoreside logistics or marine transporation position in the Seattle area.
Experience
Crowley Marine Services 6/2008 - 5/2009
Valdez AK US
Salary: 55,000 USD Per Year
Hours per week: 84
Barge Mate
Officer In Charge onboard an oil response vessel located in the Prince William Sound. Prepared oil response machinery for immediate use 24/7; coordinated training and logistical needs for the barge. Supervised three maritime professionals, implemented comprehensive safety program, and acted as security officer. Acted as liaison between the company and barge crew regarding crewing, payroll, union disputes, and human relations issues. Maintained morale as well as a positive living and working environment in an isolated, demanding location. (Contact Supervisor: Yes, Supervisor's Name: Geoff Baker, Supervisor's Phone: (907) 834-4922)
Bay Delta Marine 6/2007 - 7/2007
San Francisco CA US
Hours per week: 40
Cadet/Intern
Worked with both the tug dispatch department and on the vessels themselves. Honed my small vessel handling and seamanship skills. Deepened my understanding of the intricacies of San Francisco Bay's maritime industry. Exposed to union and labor issues as well as crewing operations and issues. Communicated with other tug companies in the area to most efficiently allocate Bay Delta's resources. Tackled difficult crewing issues, often at the last, minute without sacrificing personnel quality.
Maritime Administration 10/2006 - 11/2006
San Francisco CA US
Hours per week: 40
Cadet
Worked as a Cadet onboard a U.S. Government owned Roll On/Roll Off vessel. Assumed many duties normally allocated only to senior licensed officers due to minimal manning. Implemented proper vessel security procedures and conducted safety inspections and drills. Supervised maintenance on deck and performed clerical duties. Accommodated and supervised inspection agencies aboard the vessel. Maintained the vessel in a perpetual state of preparedness for deployment by the U.S. Navy's Military Sealift Command.
Pacific Gulf Marine 7/2006 - 9/2006
Houston TX US
Hours per week: 56
Cadet
Sailed as a Cadet onboard a tramp ocean going heavy lift break bulk vessel: Conned vessel while underway, directed and assisted with cargo operations, navigated using terrestrial, celestial, and electronic methods, implemented proper vessel security procedures and conducted safety inspections and drills. Navigated vessel in the Suez Canal and the Straits of Gibraltar.
Transported highly specialized heavy lift and project cargo from United States East and Gulf Coasts to remote international locations. Routes included ports located in Egypt, Trinidad/Tobago and Tunisia. Negotiated with port supervisors, supervised international crews conducting cargo operations, dealt with language barriers, and adapted to different nations’ customs. Accommodated cargo owners onboard the vessel and guided the customers through the vessel’s operation and the cargo process.
Panama Canal Authority 6/2006 - 7/2006
Panama Canal Panama City Panama
Hours per week: 40
Intern
Immersed in international maritime operations including: canal machinery, pre-canal transit operations, boarding pilots, port control, engineering and tug escort.
Assisted negotiations regarding collision disputes between vessels of different nationalities, exposed to language barriers, international customs, and union issues. Worked side by side with canal administrations at the key logistical hub in the western hemisphere.
Horizon Lines 3/2006 - 6/2006
Jacksonville FL US
Hours per week: 56
Cadet
Sailed as a Cadet onboard an ocean going container vessel. Conned vessel while underway, directed and/ or assisted with cargo operations, navigated using terrestrial, celestial, and electronic methods, implemented proper vessel security procedures and conducted safety inspection and drills.
Guided vessel’s main customers, including pharmaceutical companies in Puerto Rico, on tours of the vessel and our cargo operations. Dealt with language barriers, adapted to different international customs, worked with various unions and resolved union related issues. Supervised cargo stowage and lashing operations, conducted damage reports, and inspected sensitive pharmaceutical cargo.
APL 8/2005 - 10/2005
Oakland CA US
Hours per week: 56
Cadet
Sailed as a Cadet onboard a transpacific container vessel. Conned vessel while underway, directed and assisted with cargo operations, navigated using terrestrial, celestial, and electronic methods, implemented proper vessel security procedures and assisted the ships officers with safety inspections and drills.
Visited South Korea, China, Taiwan and Japan and learned of their cultures first hand. Traded between premier ports of the Pacific Rim gaining valuable insight into the differences between the container yard operations and logistical systems of each. Worked with different unions, resolved union related issues, adapted to foreign nations' customs, and supervised international crews. Encountered a series of supervisors with diverse management styles and a constant change of command.
Education
United States Merchant Marine Academy
Kings Point, NY US
Bachelor's Degree - 6/2008
Major: Logistics and Intermodal Transportation
GPA: 3.1 out of 4.0
Relevant Coursework, Licensures and Certifications:
Commission: Ensign, United States Navy Reserve
License: USCG Third Mate License of Unlimited Tonnage Vessels
Certifications: USCG Lifeboatman, Red Cross CPR, Advanced Marine Firefighter, RADAR/Automatic Radar Plotting Aids
Computer Skills: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power Point
At the Academy I sailed as a cadet for a total of 330 days onboard ocean going cargo vessels and completed two internships. At the Academy, and during my time as a cadet, I became very familiar with Coast Guard requirements, vessel operations, vessel structure, and navigation procedures. My first hand experience extends to container vessels, RO/RO vessels, heavy life project vessels and tugs.
Certification
USCG Third Mate Unlimited Tonnage license, USCG Lifeboatman, Red Cross CPR, Advanced Marine Firefighter, RADAR/Automatic Radar Plotting Aids, Chemical Biological and Radiological Defense and Shipboard Security, Certified Transportation and Logistics.
Skils
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power Point
Team Leader 2005 – 2006
Selected to be responsible of and mentor four freshmen during my sophomore year. Passed on valuable insight to and guided female freshmen through a difficult transition in an almost entirely male environment. Created informal weekly meetings allowing them to discuss personal or academic issues.
Battalion Commander Petty Officer 2005- 2007
Nominated to shadow the battalion commander and learn how to properly oversee the efficient operation of a battalion of 300 students. Assessed discipline cases, formed battalion policies, worked with academy executive leadership to address regimental wide issue and coordinated battalion operations.
Propeller Club- Treasurer 2007-2008
Elected to supervise the financial portion of the Propeller Club. The club connects Academy students with maritime industry professionals and broadens students understanding of the most current trends in the field. Attended maritime forums and industry career conventions, toured ocean going vessels and created networking opportunities with alumni.
Logistics Student Exchange Club – Organizer 2006-2008
Appointed to organize and plan the activities involved with exchange students from the Hoag School in Rotterdam and for a logistics study trip to Europe. The club guided the Hoag School Student on a logistics based trip through out New York City, including the financial district, FedEx Terminal at JFK International Air Port, and the Port of New York/New Jersey. Observed various countrys’ logistics operations, port operations, and maritime environments. The club helps students attain a global perspective of logistics and the maritime industry. Visited one of the only remote operated container terminals in the world as well as Lloyds of London and the Port of Dublin.
Women’s Varsity Swim Team Member 2005 -2006
By enduring demanding practices grew personally and achieved my goals. I simultaneously excelled academically and in the water by balancing my heavy course load, other extra circulars, and six day a week practice and competition schedule.
Emergency Medical Technician 2004-2008
Licensed New York state EMT, trained with local firefighters, hospital personnel, and the military medical community, took part in large scale disaster response training exercises organized by Nassau County, and directed the medical response team as crew chief in 2007 and 2008.