Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Hobbies
References
Timeline
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Christopher Vaughn

Fort Gay,WV

Summary

Safety and goal oriented, 10+ years of problem solving, punctual, dependable, striving to do what is best for company, within ethical guidelines

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Laborer Operator

Steel Dynamics SWVA
Huntington, WV
09.2023 - Current
  • Supported team members by sharing knowledge of proper tool usage, safety procedures, and other essential skills for job success.
  • Assisted in the shipping and receiving of various materials.
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Kept machinery in proper working order.
  • Kept shipping and receiving schedules to provide timely deliveries.

First Mate

Marathon Petroleum Corp Marine Transportation
Catlettsburg, KY
02.2018 - 09.2023

First Mate on Linehaul Towboat

  • Assist wheelhouse personnel with required reporting activities and maintaining vessel inventories
  • Supervises the deck crew and serves as an on-the-job trainer
  • Maintains tank barge integrity
  • Maintains boat through housekeeping, providing meals for crew, and adhering to Crew Endurance Management

Apprentice Elevator Mechanic

ThyssenKrupp Elevator
Charleston, WV
01.2016 - 02.2018
  • Repaired or replaced faulty components to return elevator or escalator to fully operational status.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints to determine layout of system components and select equipment for installation or repair.
  • Dismantled elevator or escalator units to remove and replace defective parts.
  • Completed thorough tests of installed systems to verify safety systems and correct operation.

Satellite Technician

UniTek Global Services
Charleston, WV
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Stayed up-to-date on changes in DirecTv technology to offer customers updated equipment and provide accurate and thorough operation demonstration.
  • Set up and programmed devices and educated customers on use.
  • Kept detailed daily progress notes in Excel, noting reasons for issues and reporting to Field Supervisor frequently.
  • Tested existing equipment for functionality, quickly and accurately diagnosing problems to provide comprehensive solutions.

Production Team Leader

Sogefi Group
Prichard, WV
10.2012 - 01.2015
  • Monitored and evaluated teams, identifying and targeting opportunities for improvement.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
  • Minimized resource and time losses by addressing employee or production issue directly and implementing timely solutions.
  • Evaluated employees' strengths and assigned tasks based upon experience and training.

Education

Degree in Progress - Geology

Marshall University
Huntington, WV

High School Diploma -

Tolsia High School
Fort Gay, WV
05.2008

Skills

  • Active Listening
  • Decision-Making
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • G-Suite
  • Excellent Communication
  • PPE Compliance
  • Planning and Coordination
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Training and Development
  • Maintenance and Repair
  • First Aid/CPR

Certification

  • American Red Cross First Aid and CPR: Exp.8/30/2024
  • USCG Merchant Mariner Credential with Tankerman-PIC (Barge), OS (Ordinary Seaman), Wiper, Steward's Department(F.H.) Endorsements. PIC limited to Dangerous Liquid (DL) Cargoes. Exp. 3/11/2025
  • Apprentice Mate (Steersman) of Towing Vessels Upon Western River. Exp. 3/11/2025 Document Number USA000555799
  • USCG Medical Certificate Exp. 2/27/2025
  • Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) Exp. 12/15/2027
  • Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit

Hobbies

  • Family Activities
  • Wood Working
  • Blacksmithing
  • Welding and Fabrication
  • Coaching Youth League Sports
  • Farming

References

  • Dan Wagner, Processing Nightshift Foreman, SWVA Inc.- (304) 730-0352
  • William Newsome, Owner, Newsome Power Washing - (304)412-1924
  • Mike Hensley, House-Hasson Hardware - (304)939-6132
  • John Cavins, Wayne Co. WV Circuit Court Magistrate, Retired - (304)942-9535
  • Phillip Stephens, Chief Engineer, Marathon Petroleum Corp. - (318)608-1667

Timeline

Laborer Operator

Steel Dynamics SWVA
09.2023 - Current

First Mate

Marathon Petroleum Corp Marine Transportation
02.2018 - 09.2023

Apprentice Elevator Mechanic

ThyssenKrupp Elevator
01.2016 - 02.2018

Satellite Technician

UniTek Global Services
01.2015 - 01.2016

Production Team Leader

Sogefi Group
10.2012 - 01.2015

Degree in Progress - Geology

Marshall University

High School Diploma -

Tolsia High School
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