Christopher Vitkauskas

Coordinate and support all aspects of the United States Coast Guard (USCG) Honda engine maintenance facility operations, aligning program activities with contract requirements and business goals. Track operation progress, secure parts and materials, and support overall program activity needed to maintain contract compliance. Provide guidance to team members on priorities, process, and daily work needs.

• Developed and implemented process improvements to support operations and improve efficiency across multiple programs.
• Coordinated project timelines and budget controls, managing activities and deliverables to meet defined goals.
• Evaluated contract requirements and coordinated strategies aligned to contractual obligations.
• Directed department employee coordination across certification training administration, shipping and receiving execution, parts management, and USCG communication.
• Produced monthly detailed program output reports for USCG government representative and GMS program manager.
• Acted as primary point of contact between Honda Marine of America and United States Coast Guard; managed Honda Marine dealer administrator responsibilities across Global Maritek Systems business operations.
• Streamlined reporting processes to improve accuracy and reduce turnaround time for project updates.
• Guided team members through professional development opportunities to strengthen performance across team operations.

• Managed projects regarding CBP, Coast Guard, NOAA, and FLETC
• Provided financial data based on weekly production to the Director of the National Marine Center (NMC).
• Created repair estimates for all agencies requiring depot level repairs and/or vessel repowers.
• Assisted in personnel management throughout all shop levels.

• Worked with U.S. Customs Marine Interdiction Agents to solve daily issues with vessels.
• Managed project timelines and coordinated resources for efficient workflow execution.
• Oversaw site operations to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Managed parts warehouse and conducted monthly inventory checks.
• Transported vessels ranging from 18 feet to 39 feet across state lines.
• Vessel operator of all boat platforms to maintain operational readiness.

• Conducted 100-hour and 300-hour maintenance checks on vessels under established procedures.
• Diagnosed and troubleshot running conditions to resolve issues within efficient time frames.
• Rigged newly refurbished vessels with Mercury engines and SmartCraft components.
• Served as on-site Yamaha technician for NOAA and other government agencies, providing maintenance and repair support.
• Maintained vessel trailers through routine inspection, repair, and preventative maintenance activities.

• Maintained consistent workload of 35-40 hours per week as a flat-rate technician, ensuring timely service delivery.
• Operated efficiently as a mobile technician
• Installed electronics from small fish finders to full network systems.
• Rigged any and all types of accessories related to boats and trailers.
• Traveled out of town and country on numerous occasions to service customer's boats in high priority situations..
• Transported boats during boat shows and helped in the delivery of new boat sales.