David Mayfield
Vicksburg,MS
Summary
Proven leader in marine operations, excelling in emergency response readiness and adaptability, honed across roles at American Commercial Barge Line and Golding Barge Line. Expert in maintaining equipment and fostering team collaboration, significantly enhancing safety and efficiency on board. Demonstrates exceptional physical fitness and a commitment to rigorous safety practices, ensuring optimal operational standards.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Deckhand
American Commercial Barge Line
08.2023 - Current
- Developed strong teamwork skills by actively collaborating with fellow crew members in various tasks and emergency situations.
- Handled lines during mooring operations efficiently, securing the vessel safely at designated locations.
- Inspected and maintained deck equipment and supplies.
- Performed maintenance tasks such as painting, chipping rust, and greasing equipment to extend the lifespan of onboard assets.
- Contributed to efficient operations by maintaining a clean and organized deck environment.
- Followed safety protocols and procedures to prevent accidents.
- Implemented effective communication with team members, ensuring smooth coordination during critical operations.
- Demonstrated adaptability by swiftly learning new procedures or technologies introduced into daily routines on board the vessel.
- Inspected and tested safety equipment and emergency response systems.
- Participated in emergency drills, improving overall preparedness for potential hazardous situations.
- Acted as an essential member during firefighting scenarios by utilizing knowledge in containment techniques; preventing extensive damages from occurring onboard the ship.
- Managed inventory of supplies on board the vessel effectively to ensure adequate resources were available for crew needs.
- Laid and transferred rigging, safely handled lines, and checked tow for four vessels.
Manager
The Liquor Shop
11.2013 - 12.2023
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
- Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
- Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
Deckhand Leader
Golding Barge Line
04.2016 - 07.2016
- Ensured compliance with marine regulations, maintaining accurate logs and records for inspections.
- Moved liquid cargo between tanks with use of special hoses and pumps.
- Read output of various gauges or displays and documented information in engineering logs.
- Inspected and maintained deck equipment and supplies.
- Performed maintenance tasks such as painting, chipping rust, and greasing equipment to extend the lifespan of onboard assets.
- Contributed to efficient operations by maintaining a clean and organized deck environment.
- Followed safety protocols and procedures to prevent accidents.
Education
Construction Engineering
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MSAssociate Of Applied Arts - Business Administration
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS12.2013
Skills
- Safety awareness
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Maintaining equipment
- Deck equipment operation
- Safety practices
- Communication
- Team player
- Adaptability in conditions
- First Aid Training
- Physical fitness and stamina
- Responding to emergencies
- Splicing ropes skill
- Winch operation abilities
- Performing maintenance
- Engine room familiarity
- Emergency response readiness
- Towing barges
- Rigging
- Vessel inspection
- Weather Monitoring
- Cleaning procedures
- Painting
Timeline
Deckhand
American Commercial Barge Line
08.2023 - Current
Deckhand Leader
Golding Barge Line
04.2016 - 07.2016
Manager
The Liquor Shop
11.2013 - 12.2023
Construction Engineering
University of Southern Mississippi
Associate Of Applied Arts - Business Administration
Hinds Community College