Christopher Hunsaker
Flagstaff,AZ
Summary
Resourceful River Operations Mechanic known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in diagnostics, repair techniques, and preventative maintenance of river boats and gear. Excel in time management, problem-solving, and adaptability to new technologies or procedures. Committed to safety standards and effective communication to ensure job success.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
River Operations Mechanic/Warehouse Operations Manager
Ceiba Adventures
Flagstaff, AZ
12.2020 - Current
- Experienced river operations mechanic. Including major and minor repairs on aluminum boat frames, inflatable and hard-hull boats, gas tanks, repair kits and parts, kitchen equipment, oars, first aid equipment, trailers, generators, marine batteries, electric cable winches, and cranes.
- Carried out diverse repair tasks, encompassing inspection, designing, and fabricating.
- Skilled welder with extensive experience
- Skilled inflatable rubber repair, including all manner of inflatable water equipment.
- Provided technical and motor support for GCMRC fisheries research projects
- Manage day-to-day operations of the repair warehouse, including stock maintenance, repair and equipment maintenance, and servicing inventory.
- Operated forklift equipment efficiently and safely
- Shuttle passengers in company and personal vehicles perform put-in and take-out duties of all river equipment and supplies.
River Guide
Hatch River Expeditions
Marble Canyon, AZ
04.2019 - Current
- Provided expert guidance to passengers while safely navigating the Grand Canyon on motor supported rigs as an experienced motorboat river runner
- Maintained optimal performance of engine system by troubleshooting issues with marine batteries, fuel tanks, kitchen equipment; ensured proper functioning of air/water pumps.
- Operated forklift equipment
- Assisted with loading and unloading boats from trailers or truck beds.
- Tracked river flow levels using online resources such as USGS websites.
- Demonstrated proper rescue techniques in case of an emergency situation.
- Repaired broken oars or outboard motors when necessary, during a trip.
Fleet Maintenance Technician
Nielsen Beaumont Marine
San Diego, CA
01.2007 - 12.2020
- Provided fleet maintenance, retrofits, and service life extensions of various special warfare craft, patrol boats, and unmanned surface vessels for the US Navy.
- Provided a wide range of marine services, from basic maintenance to complete overhauls and engineered retrofits on the most advanced defense watercraft.
- Maintained records of all repairs performed on fleet vehicles using computerized maintenance management system software.
- Ordered parts necessary to complete repairs.
- Filled out work orders, repair logs and maintenance plans to document work completed.
- Kept records of parts and equipment used in projects to update inventory.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bisbee High School
Bisbee, AZ05-1988
Skills
- Inventory and Warehouse Management
- Mechanical Systems
- Troubleshooting
- Diagnostics Systems
- Preventive Maintenance
- Maintenance and repairs
- Engine repair
- Heavy equipment operator
- Welder
Certification
- Wilderness First Responder Certificate
Accomplishments
- Motorboat operator on the Colorado River in the Grand Canyon with over 80 trips, including several with GCMRC
Timeline
River Operations Mechanic/Warehouse Operations Manager
Ceiba Adventures
12.2020 - Current
River Guide
Hatch River Expeditions
04.2019 - Current
Fleet Maintenance Technician
Nielsen Beaumont Marine
01.2007 - 12.2020
High School Diploma -
Bisbee High School
- Wilderness First Responder Certificate
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