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Frank Richards

Pineville

Summary

Expertise in ship system maintenance and repair, ensuring peak operational performance and safety. Reliable team collaborator who adapts seamlessly to dynamic maritime environments, leveraging technical skills and effective communication inside a multicultural workforce for extended periods of time. Ambitious attitude and mind that can "think outside the box." Within following company's policy.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Marine Technician

Alexander Ryan Marine & Safety
06.2023 - 08.2025
  • Maintained accurate logs of repairs and maintenance activities.
  • Collaborated with senior technicians to enhance understanding of marine operations.
  • Supported team in conducting safety inspections on lifeboats, rescueboats, and equipment on offshore platforms as to company's and coast guards policys.
  • Contributed to a clean marine environment by ensuring compliance with environmental regulations for waste disposal and pollution prevention measures.
  • Learned to operate diagnostic tools for identifying mechanical issues.
  • Performed dynamic winch brake testing and static load testing.
  • Maintain and service various equipment including lifeboats, inflatable rescue boats, and rigid rescue boats/fast rescue craft conduct annual inspections and 5 yearly overhauls.


Engineer

Lindblad Expeditions
04.2021 - 06.2023
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot technical challenges, improving response times to equipment failures.
  • Operated and repaired all engine room equipment and systems on the passenger vessel.
  • Met project needs and maintained budgets by sourcing and purchasing best-fit equipment, materials and components.
  • Conducted operational and performance tests on marine machinery to diagnose faulty apparatus and equipment.
  • Evaluated craft performance for design changes to conform to national and international standards.
  • Conducted periodic rounds and inspections of machinery spaces.
  • Conducted weekly bunkering of diesel, lube oil, and potable water while maintaining 100% regulatory compliance with local laws and coast guard.
  • Monitored and controlled fuel flow during bunkering, meticulously checking valves, gauges, and hoses to prevent spills and ensure accurate delivery.

Engineer

American Cruise Lines
08.2018 - 04.2021
  • Operated and maintained all equipment and systems in the engine room aboard the passenger vessel.
  • Applied troubleshooting methods and best practices when machinery issues arose.
  • Conducted operational and performance tests on marine machinery to diagnose faulty apparatus and equipment.
  • Monitored progress and pace of work to keep projects on schedule.
  • Assessed project requirements and researched feasibility to determine optimal strategies.

Education

High School Diploma -

Southwest Academy
Houston, TX
05-2013

Skills

  • Diesel engine maintenance
  • Generator maintenance and repair
  • Marine electronics installation
  • Electrical troubleshooting
  • Winch and windlass maintenance
  • Fiberglass repair techniques
  • Marine sanitation devices
  • HVAC system maintenance
  • Multitasking
  • Team collaboration in a multicultural workforce
  • Time management abilities
  • Watch standing

Certification

  • TWIC card
  • ISN card
  • First Aid certified
  • Swing rope/ Basket transfer certified
  • Rig pass certified
  • Helicopter underwater escape training certified (HUET)
  • STCW 99 previously certified

Timeline

Lead Marine Technician

Alexander Ryan Marine & Safety
06.2023 - 08.2025

Engineer

Lindblad Expeditions
04.2021 - 06.2023

Engineer

American Cruise Lines
08.2018 - 04.2021

High School Diploma -

Southwest Academy

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