Led dry dock preparations for all Foss vessels and coordinated with shipyard personnel to execute large-scale repairs, including re-powers and structural overhauls
Supervised commissioning of new vessels to ensure safety of shipyard personnel and quality of installations
Participated in the 'sea trials' and maiden voyages of newly built Foss vessels to ensure safe delivery from out of state shipyards to San Francisco
Ensure all American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) and U.S
Coast Guard (USCG) regulations are met for vessel compliance and safety
Supervise engine room operations during vessel navigation and emergency conditions
Maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of all onboard systems including diesel propulsion and shafting, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, auxiliary generators, electric motors, pumps, and power distribution equipment to ensure vessel readiness
Communicates equipment status and malfunctions effectively to vessel captain and port engineer
Perform welding and fabrication of essential vessel components using SMAW and MIG welding techniques
Marine Operations Foreman
National Response Corporation
12.2015 - 06.2018
Led emergency response teams during marine spills, train derailments, and high hazard incidents
Operated marine cranes to launch skiffs and deploy skimming equipment in during both live operations and training exercises
Piloted numerous types and sizes of small response vessels to remote locations on rivers, in floodplains, and on the San Francisco bay to respond to incidents and marine spills
Supervised booming operations to contain marine spills, deploying securing and monitoring anchor systems and boom deployments for effectiveness
Maintained a fleet of response vessels and emergency equipment in state of operational readiness
Performed basic outboard motor maintenance and minor electrical and mechanical repairs on a large fleet of small response vessels
Provided safety oversight, ensuring proper use of SCBA, Level A encapsulated suits, and confined space entry and rescue procedures