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Cesar Garza JR

Houston ,TX

Summary

Accomplished General Superintendent with over 25 years of expertise in vessel operations and cargo management, . Demonstrated success in negotiating contracts and enhancing project quality, underscored by a significant reduction in workplace accidents. Proficient in bilingual communication and skilled in operating heavy machinery, including forklifts and hydraulic cranes. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

General Superintendent

Gulfstream Marine
01.2016 - 12.2023
  • Responsible for planning vessel operations and ensures labor and equipment needs are met as ordered from Vessel Superintendents.
  • Maintained accurate records of all relevant documentation for future reference and auditing purposes.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favorable terms that benefited both parties involved.
  • Identified areas of improvement in existing processes, leading to increased project quality standards.
  • Maintains contact with the Port Captains, steamship lines, or agencies to establish timing of ship arrivals.
  • Responsible for the determination of heavy lift needs, critical lifts, secure labor and equipment as appropriate for cargo type.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations, resulting in a significant reduction of workplace accidents.
  • Managed budgets and financial resources effectively, leading to cost savings on multiple projects.
  • Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing vessel to keep work in line with project goals.
  • Responsible for all vessel documentation such as mate's receipt, OS&D, materials list and damage reports etc.
  • Operate 9K, 30K or 52K forklift, top loaded, Hydraulic short crane when needed to move cargo to designated area

General Labor, Walking Former and Superintend

Coastal Cargo Of Texas
08.1999 - 03.2016
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Ensures that cargo is loaded in appropriate vessel, container and/or trailer for shipment.
  • Supervise and coordinate loading and discharge during vessel

Skills

  • 25 years of Experience loading and discharging of vessel
  • Machine Operator Forklift, 9K, 30K or 52K forklift, top loaded, Hydraulic short crane
  • Bilingual English/Spanish
  • Change order management

Timeline

General Superintendent

Gulfstream Marine
01.2016 - 12.2023

General Labor, Walking Former and Superintend

Coastal Cargo Of Texas
08.1999 - 03.2016
Cesar Garza JR