Dustin Thomas
Kalama,WA
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Boatswain
Army Corps of Engineers
, WA
09.2019 - Current
- Troubleshooting and correcting issues with dredge Yaquina systems
- Maintaining inventory for consumables, tools, and all deck equipment
- Responsible for training crew members in operating of davits, crane, rigging, and small boats and rescue operations
- Preventative maintenance: weekly and monthly inspections including greasing equipment, hydraulic maintenance, wire changes, welding, grinding, and metal work, chipping, painting, and repair of deck machinery
- Responsibilities: taking apart and putting together drag arms, inspecting, and repairing dredge pipe system, line handling during ship’s mooring operations, splicing line, crane operating, rigging machinery and cargo for crane lifts, in accordance with safe work practices and proper use of PPE
- Following tasks set by Assistant Master
- Directing other deckhands in major repairs, maintain all dredging equipment, rigging inspections, preventative maintenance, making and replacing hydraulic hoses, maintaining main hydraulics and filter changes with taking oil samples on equipment, logging repairs to equipment, maintenance on crane and wire changes, and lock out tag out
- Responsible for understanding current and planning upcoming projects and directing others for completion
- While maintaining safe work environment with training how to lock out and tag out equipment deck department is responsible for, with safety meeting and signed activity hazard analysis paperwork prior to work on any major and smaller projects.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently
- Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating ability to work collaboratively and effectively
Deckhand
Wilsonville Concrete Products
03.2019 - 09.2019
- Assumed responsibility for checking life-saving appliances routinely; ensured all gear was up-to-date and functioning properly.
- Developed strong teamwork skills by actively collaborating with fellow crew members in various tasks and emergency situations.
- Provided necessary support during docking maneuvers, contributing to successful berthing at various ports.
- Implemented effective communication with team members, ensuring smooth coordination during critical operations.
- Handled lines during mooring operations efficiently, securing vessel safely at designated locations.
- Supported loading and unloading processes, ensuring proper cargo handling and minimized risk of damage.
- Performed maintenance tasks such as painting, chipping rust, and greasing equipment to extend lifespan of onboard assets.
- Operated winches, cranes, and other deck machinery proficiently, resulting in efficient completion of tasks.
- Managed inventory of supplies on board vessel effectively to ensure adequate resources were available for crew needs.
Deckhand
Brusco Tug and Barge
07.2015 - 03.2019
- Developed strong teamwork skills by actively collaborating with fellow crew members in various tasks and emergency situations
- Implemented effective communication with team members, ensuring smooth coordination during critical operations
- Handled lines during mooring operations efficiently, securing the vessel safely at designated locations
- Participated in emergency drills, improving overall preparedness for potential hazardous situations
- Demonstrated adaptability by swiftly learning new procedures or technologies introduced into daily routines on board the vessel
- Operated winches, cranes, and other deck machinery proficiently, resulting in efficient completion of tasks
- Managed inventory of supplies on board the vessel effectively to ensure adequate resources were available for crew needs
- Maintained accurate logs of activities on board the vessel, enabling streamlined record-keeping and reporting processes
- Inspected and maintained deck equipment and supplies
- Maintained ship generators and engines in top condition with regular preventive and predictive work
Deckhand
Shaver Transportation
12.2014 - 03.2015
- General boat & crew maintenance, ship mooring, making, and breaking up tows, calling in barges, boat fueling, ship logs and reporting, cooking, and cleaning.
- Developed strong teamwork skills by actively collaborating with fellow crew members in various tasks and emergency situations
- Performed maintenance tasks such as painting, chipping rust, and greasing equipment to extend lifespan of onboard assets
- Supported loading and unloading processes, ensuring proper cargo handling and minimized risk of damage
- Operated winches, cranes, and other deck machinery proficiently, resulting in efficient completion of tasks
- Worked alongside cargo team to conduct safe loading and unloading operations
- Assisted with maintenance of fuel systems and associated components
- Moored vessels to wharfs with proper use of correct lines
Education
Associate of Arts - Vessel Operations MERTS Program
Clatsop Community College
Astoria, OR 09.2012 - 06.2014
High School Diploma -
Kalama High School
Kalama, WA 09.2002 - 06.2006
Skills
Problem Resolution
Timeline
Boatswain
Army Corps of Engineers
09.2019 - Current
Deckhand
Wilsonville Concrete Products
03.2019 - 09.2019
Deckhand
Brusco Tug and Barge
07.2015 - 03.2019
Deckhand
Shaver Transportation
12.2014 - 03.2015
Associate of Arts - Vessel Operations MERTS Program
Clatsop Community College
09.2012 - 06.2014
High School Diploma -
Kalama High School
09.2002 - 06.2006