Christine Gilpin
Imperial Beach,CA
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Shipwright Journey Volunteer
Pilgrim 3 Construction LLC.
San Diego, California
02.2026 - Current
- Coordinated materials, equipment, and debris for safe access at Pilgrim 3 Construction LLC.
- Executed tasks following supervisor directions, ensuring completion within set timeframes.
- Collaborated with volunteers to create an encouraging and supportive atmosphere.
Deckhand & Maintenance Volunteer
Maritime Museum of San Diego
San Diego, California
01.2023 - Current
- Inspected decks, gangways, and dock areas for safety hazards, ensuring compliance and reporting findings to supervisors.
- Secured historic vessels using lines, fenders, and mooring hardware, contributing to vessel stability and safety.
- Completed maintenance work for vessel preservation, including rigging, painting, and repairs, enhancing overall condition and longevity.
- Fore Mast & Braces line handler, Star of India, sailed Nov 2023
- Continued as a deckhand aboard the Californian and San Salvador
Boatswains Mate PO2
U.S. Navy Active Duty
08.2005 - 04.2013
- Led teams of 5-20 personnel during deck operations, ensuring successful execution of tasks under tight deadlines.
- Coordinated cargo handling and shipboard material movement to ensure timely delivery and operational readiness.
- Operated deck equipment such as winches, cranes, derricks, and gangways.
- Trained junior sailors on deck maintenance and line handling, enhancing their skills and operational effectiveness.
- Maintained shipboard equipment fittings and work areas in safe, ready condition.
- Supported deck operations aboard U.S. Navy active-duty vessels.
- Collaborated effectively with departments across multiple ranks and functions.
- Worked well under pressure, met tight deadlines, and followed guidelines, processes, and schedules across multiple projects and teams.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Graphic & Web Design
The Art Institutes
San Diego, CA03-2016
Timeline
Shipwright Journey Volunteer
Pilgrim 3 Construction LLC.
02.2026 - Current
Deckhand & Maintenance Volunteer
Maritime Museum of San Diego
01.2023 - Current
Boatswains Mate PO2
U.S. Navy Active Duty
08.2005 - 04.2013
Bachelor of Science - Graphic & Web Design
The Art Institutes