Ben F Foreman
Aransas Pass,TX
Summary
I would like to apply with your organization for the position as an “Inventory Manager” where I can use my determination, motivation and prior 37 plus years maintenance experience, supervisory skills, communication skills, and problem-solving expertise to help us all maintain a quality of service that is not only expected but delivered.
Reliable Inventory Manager bringing expertise in receiving, storage and document management. Natural leader, communicator and problem-solver experienced in completing audits and submitting reports. Focused on keeping inventory current and at optimal levels.
Overview
51
51
years of professional experience
Work History
Pool Cleaner
Rockport Pool Supplies
10.2024 - Current
- Learned safety protocols for pool cleaning operations.
- Assisted in routine maintenance of pools and equipment.
- Operated pool cleaning tools, ensuring proper usage and care.
- Developed skills in water chemistry testing and balancing.
- Gained experience in identifying pool maintenance issues.
- Supported team in executing scheduled cleaning tasks efficiently.
- Engaged with clients to understand specific cleaning needs.
- Adapted to various pool types and cleaning requirements effectively.
- Brushed walls, cleaned tiles and vacuumed pool floors to prevent build-up of grime and algae.
- Improved pool water quality by performing regular chemical testing and adjusting treatment levels accordingly.
- Completed backwash procedures using various types of filters.
- Cleaned and maintained 60 residential pools and commercial pools year-round.
Property Engineer
Kampgrounds of America (KOA) Rockport
04.2024 - 10.2024
- Maintained two pools, one 17,500 gallons the second 22,500 gallons. I was the CPO, on site, during my employment.
- Responsible for all electrical and mechanical repairs to the grounds including HVAC Systems.
- Maintained, serviced, and repaired all equipment required to maintain the park including weed eaters, zero turn mowers, edgers, push mowers, chain saws, electric golf carts, etc.
- Managed a four to six person grounds/maintenance crew during busy weeks and holidays.
- Kept expendable inventory in stock and strictly followed budget constraints.
- Escorted campers to their sites where I always welcomed them to the campground and briefly covered the sites and sounds Rockport and the surrounding area.
Barge Superintendent
New Fortress Energy
07.2021 - 01.2024
- Instrumental in getting the jacking system working on PIII, in Columbia, where we could load her on the heavy lift to transport the rig to Kiewit Shipyard, Ingleside Texas. Rig had been unmanned and decommissioned for 5 years.
- Calculated variable load for PIII to load on heavy lift with even keel.
- Developed jacking sequence for all three rigs at KOS, Ingleside. Used these sequences to obtain permits to not only jack the rigs but move them to different locations along the quay.
- Studied and developed engine cooling system for PI, while jacked up, using drill water tanks and a small submersible pump.
- First to review work packs before being submitted to the Project Manager.
- Function tested all hydraulic actuated and air actuated valves on all three rigs and developed the Work Pack for KOS to repair, replace, eliminate, or move valves.
- Ballast all three rigs so the modules could be placed onboard maintaining an even keel.
- Instrumental in working engine cooling systems on all three rigs where the OEM cooling systems had been removed or no longer functioning due to piping or pump changes. This required out-of-the-box thinking and some unique cooling systems that had not been used or tested in the past.
- Attended all move turning meetings with the Pilots, Tug Captains, and ground support personnel adding additional rig draft specifications and leg penetrations.
- Ordered all tow bridle arrangements for the trips from Kiewit yard to Mexico. (Ocean tow)
- Managed third party lifeboat technicians in the rebuilding of all four lifeboats and one fast rescue. This includes parts procurement, staging for the lifeboats to be worked on onshore, installation of the davit systems, and the final testing for Lloyds Registry to sign off on the units.
- Interfaced with NFE Rig Champions as well as KOS Site managers to have a clear line of communication between all parties. This was especially important during the many rig shifts and moves.
- Calculated variable loads as the drilling equipment was being removed and replaced with the Liquid Natural Gas Recovery and turning liquid
- Assisted in implementing safety protocols to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Supported daily operations by coordinating schedules and resources for project completion.
- Learned operational procedures and tools to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to resolve issues and improve service delivery.
- Maintained accurate records of project progress and communicated updates to stakeholders.
- Resolved conflicts efficiently among team members, fostering a positive work environment that contributed to successful outcomes.
Field Service Technician
Joe Solberg Inc.
11.2015 - 06.2020
- Install, maintain, and troubleshoot rotary knives on winders in paper mills.
- Maintained all safety training required to enter mill sites and perform work.
- Hold a transportation workers identification card. (TWIC)
- Team leader on many site installations.
- Insured job site quality assurance
- Safety coordinator on job site
- Provided service to nine different mills with a total of twenty-six machines covering four different states.
- Instructed mill operators on theory of how rotary knives work. This instruction included common problems and resolutions with our rotary knife equipment. This was a classroom instruction with as many as 35 students.
- Primarily worked alone without direct supervision or support.
- Primary trainer of new hires before they went out on their own.
- Averaged fifty thousand dollars a year in sales in a non-sales position.
- Was responsible for maintaining my company truck, tool sets, and basic equipment inventory that I carried daily.
Technical Leader
SEADRILL, LTD
07.2013 - 08.2015
- Shore based rig management team.
- Prepare budget for upcoming year.
- Contact vendors and receive quotes for society survey’s, rig repair, local governmental requirements.
- Interview technical personnel
- Work with crew coordinator on possible promotions, new hire positions
- Oversee the maintenance management system (MMS) and associated computer database.
- Ensure the accuracy of equipment maintenance and repairs / repair reports.
- Carry out society survey classifications.
- Oversee maintenance budget / department inventory.
- Ensure all permit to work / isolation systems are strictly adhered to.
- Provide inventory improvement advice ensuring adequate spare parts.
- Installation / certification / inspection / maintenance of third-party equipment
- Implement follow up requirements to client / regulatory authorities / rig management audits.
- Provide rig management with vessel maintenance statistics.
- Provide input from vessel surveys / recommend ways to reduce vessel downtime
- Teamed on development of technology roadmap spanning 2 years.
- Analyzed system performance metrics to drive continuous improvement initiatives across projects.
Technical Coordinator
ENSCOPLC
09.2009 - 06.2013
- Complete supervision of the rig's maintenance departments: Chief Electrician Chief Mechanic / Sub Sea Engineer
- Rig stability
- Oversee the maintenance management system (MMS) and associated computer database.
- Ensure the accuracy of equipment maintenance and repairs / repair reports.
- Carry out society survey classifications.
- Oversee maintenance budget / department inventory.
- Ensure all permit to work / isolation systems are strictly adhered to.
- Provide inventory improvement advice ensuring adequate spare parts.
- Installation / certification / inspection / maintenance of third-party equipment
- Implement follow up requirements to client / regulatory authorities / rig management audits.
- Provide rig management with vessel maintenance statistics.
- Provide input from vessel surveys / recommend ways to reduce vessel downtime
- Established troubleshooting strategies to help team members deal swiftly with common problems.
- Established strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, negotiating favorable terms for equipment purchases and support services.
Core Value Team Member
ENSCOPLC
03.2005 - 09.2009
- Assisted in the development of Ensco’s Core Value Team
- Audited Ensco rigs worldwide
- Developed new policies / standards / procedures.
- Instructed personnel on how to use the Safe System of Work and STOP for Supervision
- Performed dropped object / equipment inspections.
- Trained personnel on web-based maintenance programs
- Prepared comprehensive power point presentations / executive summaries operational / HSE protocol reports.
- Instrumental in the PM System / Safe System of Work / STOP for Supervision startup programs for new ultra deepwater rigs
- Met once a year in Dallas and prepared reports / presentations for board members
Mechanical Supervisor / Capital Projects
ENSCOPLC
03.2002 - 03.2005
- Alternated between Louisiana and Texas shipyards during life enhancement program for the Gulf of Mexico Jack up fleet.
- Job site quality assurance
- Performed factory acceptance tests on rebuilt equipment (draw works / mud pumps centrifugal pumps / cranes / pit volume totalizes, etc.)
- Liaison between project and construction managers
- Ensured proper equipment placement / operations / maintenance.
- Oversaw mechanical systems budget / parts inventory
Engineer
ENSCOPLC
04.1990 - 03.2002
- Person in charge during moving / preloading operations.
- Complete rig maintenance and repairs / maintenance scheduling
- Responsible for payroll / personnel
- Rig parts inventory / parts ordering
- Maintained all class regulatory certifications.
- Electrical and mechanical diagnostics / troubleshooting
- Maintained spare parts inventory.
- Maintained variable load to comply within rigs design limits.
- Held position on four differently designed rigs
- Mentored junior engineers, fostering skill development and knowledge transfer within the team.
- Implemented quality assurance protocols, ensuring compliance with industry standards and specifications.
Electrician
ENSCOPLC
04.1982 - 04.1990
- Operations / maintenance / repairs of all onboard electrical equipment onboard (Marathon Letourneau electric cranes and jacking system / SCR systems / Varco top drives GE D-79 1000 HP motors / GE 752 DC motors / 600-480-volt AC systems HVAC systems / rig lighting systems / fire and gas systems / pit volume controls engine and generator control panels / emergency generators / intercom / AC-DC systems / welding machines / air compressors / sewage systems / navigational and mast lighting
- Assisted mechanics.
- Performed daily variable load calculations.
- Designed / installed lighting and power systems.
- Maintained electrical parts inventory.
- Budgeted for next fiscal year inventory and upgrades
Roughneck
PENROD
04.1980 - 04.1982
- Rig floor operations / maintenance / repairs
- Drilling and running tools / casing
Teletype Technician With Ground Radio Training
UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS
03.1975 - 03.1979
- Attained rank of E-5 in three years
- Maintained top secret clearance during entire tour
- Maintained crypto / teletype equipment.
- Received three meritorious promotions
Education
High School Diploma -
Leto High School
Tampa, FL05-1974
Skills
- Communication
- Team Work Mindset
- Reliable
- Mechanical
- Electrical
Timeline
Pool Cleaner
Rockport Pool Supplies
10.2024 - Current
Property Engineer
Kampgrounds of America (KOA) Rockport
04.2024 - 10.2024
Barge Superintendent
New Fortress Energy
07.2021 - 01.2024
Field Service Technician
Joe Solberg Inc.
11.2015 - 06.2020
Technical Leader
SEADRILL, LTD
07.2013 - 08.2015
Technical Coordinator
ENSCOPLC
09.2009 - 06.2013
Core Value Team Member
ENSCOPLC
03.2005 - 09.2009
Mechanical Supervisor / Capital Projects
ENSCOPLC
03.2002 - 03.2005
Engineer
ENSCOPLC
04.1990 - 03.2002
Electrician
ENSCOPLC
04.1982 - 04.1990
Roughneck
PENROD
04.1980 - 04.1982
Teletype Technician With Ground Radio Training
UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS
03.1975 - 03.1979
High School Diploma -
Leto High School
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