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Christopher Gibbs

Clearwater

Summary

Dynamic operations leader with extensive experience at Texas Commercial Diving, excelling in customer relations and small business operations. Proven track record in enhancing efficiency and implementing cost-saving initiatives. Skilled in underwater welding and adept at problem-solving, fostering strong client relationships to drive business growth and satisfaction on every job

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner

Defiance Marine Side Sonar Scanning & Salvage Llc.
06.2025 - Current
  • Developed operational procedures to enhance business efficiency and customer satisfaction for diving services..
  • Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand visibility and attract new customers.
  • Established relationships with clients negotiate for favorable pricing.
  • Repairs and diving services on all vessels and Diving related jobs.
  • Deep Sea Tow Fish side sonar scanner to help locate lost objects and people.

General Manager

Texas Commercial Diving Tampa Fl. Office
12.2019 - 06.2025
  • Managed daily operations to ensure efficiency and adherence to company standards.
  • Coordinated team schedules, optimizing resource allocation for peak performance.
  • Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow and reduced down time on jobs.
  • Maintaining all gear to the ADCI testing standards.

Operations Manager

All Sea Pacific ( Port Angeles) Wa.
05.2015 - 04.2019
  • Streamlined operational processes to enhance efficiency and reduce delays.
  • Led our dive teams to implement cost-saving initiatives and optimize resources to complete each job.
  • Improving onboarding speed and operational knowledge retention per job.

Lead Diver

Hydrex Under Water Technology
03.2011 - 05.2015
  • Supervised underwater operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational standards.
  • Coordinated dive teams, optimizing resource allocation and task assignments for efficiency.
  • Developed training programs for junior divers, enhancing skills and promoting best practices.
  • Conducted detailed inspections of underwater structures, identifying potential risks and maintenance needs.

Air Diver

Associated UnderWater Services
11.2006 - 11.2010
  • Conducted underwater inspections to ensure structural integrity of marine assets.
  • Operated diving equipment and tools for underwater maintenance tasks.
  • Collaborated with teams to develop dive plans and safety protocols.
  • Trained junior divers on safe operational procedures and best practices.

Education

Commercial Diving ADCI - Commercial Diving

Divers Institute of Technology
Seattle, WA
11-2006

No Degree - Construction Engineering

Spokane Community College
Spokane, WA
06-2005

High School Diploma -

Central Valley High
Spokane, WA
06-2000

Skills

  • Customer relations
  • Small business operations
  • Relationship building
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Fabrication for custom repairs
  • Welding under water
  • Extremely good at problem solving any projects

Timeline

Owner

Defiance Marine Side Sonar Scanning & Salvage Llc.
06.2025 - Current

General Manager

Texas Commercial Diving Tampa Fl. Office
12.2019 - 06.2025

Operations Manager

All Sea Pacific ( Port Angeles) Wa.
05.2015 - 04.2019

Lead Diver

Hydrex Under Water Technology
03.2011 - 05.2015

Air Diver

Associated UnderWater Services
11.2006 - 11.2010

Commercial Diving ADCI - Commercial Diving

Divers Institute of Technology

No Degree - Construction Engineering

Spokane Community College

High School Diploma -

Central Valley High

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