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James "Paul" Fulford

Summary

Enthusiastic worker, eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of marinas, marina operations and extensive training in a marine environment. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in the industry.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Boat Captain

Coastline Dolphin And Snorkeling Excursions
Bradenton, FL
03.2020 - 03.2022

Greet passengers, briefly explain different options for the trip and plan trip that best meets the customers expectations and desires. Explain and inform passengers of land masses, different bodies of water and all wildlife encountered on the trip. Ensure that passengers are safe and comfortable during trip.

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Class "A"

Manatee County Board Of County Commissioners
Bradenton, FL
09.2001 - 03.2015
  • Tested water samples and made adjustments to remove harmful bacteria and organism to guarantee water safety and quality of taste and smell.
  • Diagnosed and performed minor repairs on laboratory instrumentation and maintained lab and field equipment in safe, clean and efficient condition.
  • Calibrated pH, DO and chlorine meters to support proper working order for daily inspections.
  • Activated pumps, valves and processing equipment to move water through treatment processes and added chemicals.
  • Adjusted water treatment levels to correct below-standard variances
  • Trained laboratory and operations personnel in public water system maintenance, analytical procedures and data reporting.
  • Drafted reports and maintained logs on meter readings, tests, chemical and equipment usage as required by [State].
  • Collected water samples to test alkalinity, hardness and residual levels.
  • Directed and coordinated plant workers engaged in routine operations and maintenance activities.
  • Recorded operational data, personnel attendance or meter and gauge readings on specified forms.
  • Inspected equipment or monitored operating conditions, meters and gauges to determine load requirements and detect malfunctions.
  • Disinfected water with chemicals such as ammonia and chlorine in exact concentrations.
  • Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.
  • Operated and adjusted controls on equipment to purify and clarify water, process or dispose of sewage and generate power.

International Traffic Manager

Sigma International, Inc.
St. Petersburg, FL
01.1993 - 03.1999

* Initiate, build and establish International Traffic Department policies, procedures, job description, duties and responsibilities.

* Generate Letter of Credit from fully executed Sales Conformation and Purchase Conformation.

* Review Letter of Credit for correctness when received from bank.

* Review seller shipping documents for discrepancies with Letter of Credit.

* Send full set of documents to Customs House Broker for submission to U.S. Customs and Food and Drug Administration.

* Maintain U.S. Customs and Food and Drug Administration status of shipment.

* Track shipment from port of departure to port of entry.

* Arrange inland drayage to point of destination, depending on status of shipment.

* Compare receiving report with Letter of Credit, identify any discrepancies and report to Purchasing and Sales Departments.

* Arrange sampling and laboratory tests as required by the Food and Drug Administration.

* Present receiving report, with discrepancies and adjustments, to Accounting Department for invoicing.

* Maintain inventory of all product in-transit, in outside and in-house cold storage, both foreign and domestic.

* Review and authorize payment of all costs incurred with each shipment.

* Maintain file for each shipment, both manually and on computer program.

Plant Manager

Sigma International, Inc.
St. Petersburg, FL
03.1990 - 01.1993

* Schedule unloading of all product, fresh and frozen, from boats and trucks.

* Oversee proper handling and quality control of all product.

* Ensure proper inventory rotation.

* Maintain fresh and frozen product inventories.

* Process and supervise all shipping and receiving.

  • Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
  • Organized and guided operations of production, processing and machinery according to business procedures and protocols.
  • Redesigned operational workflow processes to maximize efficiency.
  • Optimized processes to maximize efficiency.
  • Maximized plant safety through proactive strategies and well-structured training.
  • Tracked data about all aspects of production to assess areas in need of improvement.
  • Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
  • Planned operations to meet established schedules, factoring in order demands and business forecasts.
  • Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules and disciplinary action.
  • Oversaw routine maintenance programs and scheduled service to keep equipment functioning at peak levels.

Education

High School Diploma -

Manatee High School
Bradenton, FL
06.1970

Skills

* US Coast Guard Merchant Marine 100 ton Master Captain's License

* Private Pilot's License - Single Engine Land

* Advanced Open Water/Rescue Diver

* Wastewater Plant Operator Class "A"

* Real Estate Salesman License

* Mortgage Broker License

* Yacht Salesman Certified

Timeline

Boat Captain

Coastline Dolphin And Snorkeling Excursions
03.2020 - 03.2022

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Class "A"

Manatee County Board Of County Commissioners
09.2001 - 03.2015

International Traffic Manager

Sigma International, Inc.
01.1993 - 03.1999

Plant Manager

Sigma International, Inc.
03.1990 - 01.1993

High School Diploma -

Manatee High School
James "Paul" Fulford