Charles James
Pearland
Summary
Dynamic Vessel Technician IV with extensive experience at Oceaneering Int. Skilled in troubleshooting and preventive maintenance, ensuring optimal equipment performance. Proven ability to enhance safety and efficiency while managing maintenance activities. Strong critical thinking and multitasking skills contribute to successful operations in diverse conditions. Committed to excellence in equipment repair and team support.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vessel Thechnician IV
Oceaneering Int., Houston, TX
07.2019 - Current
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Tended to machines, troubleshot malfunctions and completed basic repairs to keep equipment fully functional and well-maintained.
- Checked, repaired and repacked survival equipment to meet specifications.
- Liaised with internal departments to optimize productivity and efficiency.
- Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
- Managed maintenance activities, supervised staff, and inspected equipment.
- Worked with diverse types of weather and ground conditions.
- Maintained strong focus on safety and efficiency to provide comprehensive support to personnel performing skilled repairs.
Able Bodied Seaman
Jackson Offshore
10.2017 - 07.2019
- Inspected and tested fire fighting and lifesaving equipment stored on vessels.
- Assisted vessel leadership in developing drills and procedures for on-board emergencies and implementing training procedures for crew members.
- Participated in daily vessel deployments and essential missions.
- Manned small boats and winches and performed minor repairs and maintenance work to keep vessels in service.
- Assisted in boatman overboard recovery using equipment, remaining calm, and composed.
- Cleaned all lifesaving equipment to keep it in active service and ready for emergency and crisis situations.
- Scanned seas while navigating ship to quickly spy obstacles that could endanger vessel.
Able Bodied Seaman
Rigdon Marine/Gulfmark Offshore
04.2007 - 10.2017
- Complied with uniform regulations and standards of conduct established company.
- Assisted in boatman overboard recovery using equipment, remaining calm, and composed.
- Completed routine cleaning and sanitization of vessel and equipment.
- Operated and maintained various boat equipment and deckhand gear.
- Performed lowering, raising and cleaning of ship's anchor.
Education
High School Diploma -
La Marque High School
La Marque, TX05-1994
No Degree - General Studies
College of The Mainland
Texas City, TX05-1996
Skills
- Multitasking and organization
- Routine Inspections
- Loading and unloading
- Maintenance and repairs
- Equipment Repair
- Critical thinking
- Preventive Maintenance
- Safety Equipment
- Troubleshooting and diagnosis
- Risk mitigation
- Equipment operation
Certification
- GMDSS License
- VPDSD
- AB Unlimited
Timeline
Vessel Thechnician IV
Oceaneering Int., Houston, TX
07.2019 - Current
Able Bodied Seaman
Jackson Offshore
10.2017 - 07.2019
Able Bodied Seaman
Rigdon Marine/Gulfmark Offshore
04.2007 - 10.2017
High School Diploma -
La Marque High School
No Degree - General Studies
College of The Mainland
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