Kevin Purdiman
Metropolis,IL
Summary
Resourceful Mate known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess deep knowledge in navigation, safety protocols, and crew management. Excel in communication, leadership, and adaptability to ensure smooth operations aboard vessels. Committed to maintaining strict safety standards and operational efficiency on every voyage.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior mate
Marquette Transportation Company
Paducah, KY
09.1996 - 08.2025
- Senior mate for 25 years. Minor maintenance and janitorial duties. Light mechanics on small barge pumps and patching holes in barges. Simple electrical repair. Training new hires .
- Assisted crew members with daily tasks and maintenance duties.
- Conducted safety drills to prepare crew for emergency situations.
- Maintained communication with shore personnel regarding operational updates.
- Collaborated with team members to resolve technical issues onboard.
- Responded promptly to orders from senior officers in order to maintain efficient operations.
- Participated in man overboard drills and rescue operations during emergencies at sea.
- Supervised the operation of deck equipment including winches, cranes, derricks and gangways.
- Conducted regular inspections of the vessel's engine room and machinery spaces.
- Maintained an accurate inventory of lifesaving appliances onboard the vessel.
- Controlled access to restricted areas of the ship by verifying identification cards.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable rules, regulations, laws, and company policies.
- Performed routine maintenance on deck equipment such as lifeboats and davits.
- Operated deck machinery such as windlasses, capstans, mooring winches and anchor handling gear.
- Monitored and ensured the safety of passengers, crew, and cargo.
- Checked mooring lines for security when docking or undocking a vessel.
- Coordinated firefighting drills and emergency response procedures onboard the vessel.
- Prepared reports related to vessel activities such as voyage logs and fuel consumption records.
- Communicated with other vessels via radio to exchange navigational information.
- Inspected equipment and completed basic repairs to maintain safety and efficiency of each trip.
- Oversaw ship operations during travel and kept watch for hazards.
- Purchased, organized and maintained supplies and equipment for efficient operations.
- Checked for oil spills and other pollutants around ports, harbors, and beaches.
- Directed and coordinated crew members while loading or unloading cargo, steering vessels, operating engines and maintaining or repairing ship equipment.
- Adhered to safety protocols when launching, operating and landing large marine craft to protect crew, equipment and vessels.
- Inspected boat and recommended improvements to maintain safe operations, protect passengers and secure equipment.
- Operated boat radios to maintain open avenues for exchanging information needed by operators.
- Arranged for ship to be fueled, restocked with consumable supplies and repaired.
Education
Benton Harbor High
Benton Harbor , MISkills
- Minor machinery inspection
- Deck equipment operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Emergency response procedures
Affiliations
- Fishing, lawn care, fixing on my vehicle. Repairing small electrical machine.
Certification
- Certified in CPR and water rescues. Fire fighting. Small engine maintenance.
Timeline
Senior mate
Marquette Transportation Company
09.1996 - 08.2025
Benton Harbor High