Clayton Thomas Jr.
Deerfield Beach
Summary
Professional diving expert with robust background in conducting safe and enjoyable underwater experiences. Led and managed multiple diving activities, showcasing expertise in underwater navigation and emergency response. Known for strong teamwork and adaptability, consistently achieving excellent results through effective collaboration and flexibility.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/CEO
Sea Jay Services LLC
03.2023 - Current
- Maintain oversight of ALL business operations. This includes target market identification, sales lead acquisitions, scheduling, personnel management, project management, photo/video documentation, drone operation, quality control, customer service, billing, collections, etc. Sea Jay Services LLC offers pressure washing services, silicone roof coatings & driveway sealing services.
Divemaster
South Florida Diving Headquarters
07.2024 - 10.2025
- Complete divemaster services across four (4) separate boats. Duties include, but are not limited to: complete setup & breakdown of boats, daily & routine testing of oxygen units & AEDs, analyzing oxygen content of cylinders for Nitrox divers, refilling cylinders [incl. gas blending], tying into wrecks up to 135’ deep, guiding individual divers as well as large groups of divers, assisting instructors with various courses, organizing & implementing a PADI Skin Diver course, performing in-water rescues as needed, administering oxygen in emergency situations & providing relief to the Captain as needed.
Core Sales Staff/DM
Dixie Divers/LadyGoDiver
06.2023 - 07.2024
- General responsibilities included: employee workload allocation, maintenance of compressor room and fill station, Nitrox blending, inventory, educating customers on the most appropriate gear for their specific type of diving, assisting instructors with Open Water classes, visual inspections on scuba cylinders, Helium fills & distribution, working the boat with Capt. John (561-305-6910)
Residential Production Supervisor
Paul Bange Roofing
08.2022 - 03.2023
- Supervise the residential re-roofing process from start to finish. This entails the simultaneous management of approximately 20-25 roofing technicians & mechanics throughout the duration of each project. Identify & address potential problems before they arise.
Residential Production Supervisor
CMR Construction & Roofing
10.2021 - 11.2022
- Supervised the residential re-roofing process from start to finish. This included pre-construction site preparation, evaluation of staged materials to ensure accuracy & compatibility, confirming scope/method of work matches permit paperwork, complete oversight of the tear-off process, evaluation of deck and structural members to determine need for repair/replacement, installation of base sheet & underlayment system(s), management of both manufacturer and city inspections, completion of nightly tie-ins, installation of the final roof covering system and completion of punch list items.
Roofing Operations Manager
Republic Roofing & Insulation
11.2019 - 10.2021
- Oversight of all daily operations within the roofing company; this encompasses sales, permitting, scheduling, material purchasing, management & inventory of material deliveries, on-site project management, general troubleshooting, warranty documentation/requirements, billing, collections & project closeout. Roofing systems installed: BUR, modified bitumen, TPO, EPDM, SPF, concrete tile, clay tile, asphalt shingle, high-solids silicone coatings and acrylic/elastomeric coatings.
Roofing Operations Manager
FL State Restoration Services
07.2018 - 10.2019
- Organized & scheduled all new roofing contracts and all subcontractor work. Performed sales, secured building permits, managed budgets & maintained material lists & equipment inventory.
Sr. Service Scope Coordinator
Best Roofing Services LLC
10.2013 - 12.2017
- Managed the input of all new service contracts into FCS roofing operations platform; this included repairs, re-roofs, coatings, restorations, etc. Managed the dispatch system for all service calls. Secured building permits for all projects. Utilized roofing-specific computer programs such as FCS and Dataforma, as well as CRMs such as ComputerEase.
Education
High School -
Deerfield Beach High School
01-2011
College - undefined
Palm Beach State College
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Underwater navigation
- Boat handling skills
- Group leadership
Certification
OSHA “30” Safety Certification
● Aerial Lift Certification (Exp. 08/2025) ● Rough Terrain Lull Telehandler Certificate (Exp. 08/2025) ● Class VII Forklift Operator Certificate (Exp. 08/2025) ● SDI/TDI Open Water Scuba Diver Cert. ● SDI/TDI Computer Nitrox Cert. ● PADI Advanced Open Water Cert. ● PADI Rescue Diver Cert. ● PADI Emergency Oxygen Provider Cert. ● PADI Divemaster Cert. ● EFR - Primary Care (CPR) & Sec Care (1st) w/ AED
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Divemaster
South Florida Diving Headquarters
07.2024 - 10.2025
Core Sales Staff/DM
Dixie Divers/LadyGoDiver
06.2023 - 07.2024
Owner/CEO
Sea Jay Services LLC
03.2023 - Current
Residential Production Supervisor
Paul Bange Roofing
08.2022 - 03.2023
Residential Production Supervisor
CMR Construction & Roofing
10.2021 - 11.2022
Roofing Operations Manager
Republic Roofing & Insulation
11.2019 - 10.2021
Roofing Operations Manager
FL State Restoration Services
07.2018 - 10.2019
Sr. Service Scope Coordinator
Best Roofing Services LLC
10.2013 - 12.2017
College - undefined
Palm Beach State College
High School -
Deerfield Beach High School