J. Colin Coulter
Texas City,TX
Summary
Diligent Deckhand with good experience in operating towboat vessels. Demonstrates excellent eye coordination and broad knowledge of maritime safety procedures and regulations. Dedicated to providing safety and protecting well-being of vessel and shipmates.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Deckhand
Ingram Barge Company
04.2023 - Current
- Responsible for ensuring that all mechanical and electrical systems onboard the vessel are in proper working order prior to beginning watch and have vessel prepared to depart dock upon captain’s arrival.
- Conduct multiple engine room checks and deck walk-arounds throughout watch as a fire/emergency prevention measure.
- Ensure that all deck and engine logs are up to date.
- Must keep equipment and vessel organized, tidy and clean both inside and outside on all decks; as well as on barges.
- Developed strong teamwork skills by actively collaborating with fellow crew members in various tasks and emergency situations and drills.
Courier Services
UTMB Health
07.2020 - 03.2023
- Ensured timely delivery of sensitive documents and/or biological materials through effective coordination with courier services dispatcher or personal deliveries when required.
- Maintaining vehicle maintenance logs and good overall vehicle condition.
Vessel Agent
General Steamship Agencies Houston
07.2022 - 09.2022
- Rendezvous with vessels upon arrival, conduct meeting with U.S. CBP, captain and chief mate.
- Enter and clear vessel with U.S. CBP office.
- Monitor cargo operations with terminal throughout allotted laytime and rendezvous with said vessel(s) again prior to departure.
- Arrange any necessary transportation for crew and supplies.
- Establish arrangements for vessel’s harbor tugs and pilots prior to vessel’s departure.
- Keep all applicable parties updated on said vessel’s most recent status and promptly resolve customer complaints to maintain professional relationships.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Maritime Administration -
Texas A&M University at Galveston
12.2016
Skills
- Customer Service
- Prioritization of tasks
- Microsoft Office
- Excellent communication skills
- Safety awareness
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Maintaining equipment
- Deck equipment operation
- Adaptability in conditions
- Physical fitness and stamina
- Line handling proficiency
- Splicing ropes
Timeline
Deckhand
Ingram Barge Company
04.2023 - Current
Vessel Agent
General Steamship Agencies Houston
07.2022 - 09.2022
Courier Services
UTMB Health
07.2020 - 03.2023
Bachelor of Science in Maritime Administration -
Texas A&M University at Galveston