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Jared Coody

Jared Coody

Breaux Bridge,LA

Summary

  • Seasoned Navigator successful at assessing most effective and safest routes. Bringing more than 12 years of experience to new role with long-term potential.
  • Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
  • Experienced wheelman and Supervisor. Clear communication with directions, recognize excellence in individuals. Motivate team members to achieve their highest potential while working towards a common goal.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Trip Pilot

Martin Marine
La Porte, TX
07.2025 - Current
  • Operated vessels for diverse towing and transportation tasks, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
  • Unit Tows
  • Collaborated with crew to coordinate logistics for efficient loading and unloading of cargo.
  • Trained junior pilots on standard operating procedures and emergency protocols.
  • Performed routine maintenance on vehicles or auxiliary equipment by recharging batteries, lubricating parts and refueling.
  • Generated production data to complete necessary paperwork by accurately measuring and weighing materials.
  • Provided valuable input during route planning meetings, incorporating extensive knowledge of local currents and hazards.
  • Optimized towing routes, leading to reduced transit times and increased customer satisfaction.
  • Supported efficient loading/unloading processes by expertly operating tugboats in restricted spaces, reducing turnaround times for cargo vessels.
  • Performed routine maintenance on tugboats, extending the lifespan of company assets and reducing downtime due to repairs.
  • Maintained accurate logs of vessel movements and activities, ensuring proper documentation and facilitating smooth handover processes.
  • Increased efficiency in cargo handling processes through effective communication with dock personnel and proper utilization of resources.
  • Executed precise towing operations under challenging weather conditions, showcasing adaptability and resilience while delivering results consistently.
  • Demonstrated excellent navigational awareness, ensuring the safe passage of vessels through congested waterways.
  • Collaborated effectively with ship pilots, enhancing vessel control during critical maneuvers for smooth operations.
  • Assisted in the training of new tugger operators, resulting in improved team productivity and seamless integration of new hires.
  • Managed mooring lines during docking procedures, ensuring secure attachment of vessels at all times for enhanced safety measures.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by conducting regular safety drills and equipment inspections.
  • Displayed exceptional teamwork abilities when working alongside deckhands in various tasks including rigging towlines, securing barges, and general upkeep.
  • Contributed to a reduction in accidents by strictly following safety protocols and promoting a safety-first culture among team members.
  • Led efforts to reduce equipment downtime through proactive maintenance and troubleshooting strategies.
  • Monitored loading and unloading processes, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
  • Implemented improvements in tugger route planning, enhancing overall workflow efficiency.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records during material handling processes.

Pilot

Campbell Transportation LLC
Pitts, GA
03.2024 - 06.2025
  • Implemented improvements in tugger route planning, enhancing overall workflow efficiency.
  • Memphis to Louisville Kentucky,
  • 3 -4 barges
  • Assisted in training new operators on safety protocols and equipment operation.
  • Monitored loading and unloading processes, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
  • Led efforts to reduce equipment downtime
  • through proactive maintenance and troubleshooting strategies.
  • Contributed to a reduction in accidents by strictly following safety protocols and promoting a safety-first culture among team members.
  • Reduced fuel consumption by optimizing towing techniques and adhering to company guidelines.
  • Displayed exceptional teamwork abilities when working alongside deckhands in various tasks including rigging towlines, securing barges, and general upkeep.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by conducting regular safety drills and equipment inspections.
  • Managed mooring lines during docking procedures, ensuring secure attachment of vessels at all times for enhanced safety measures.
  • Assisted in the training of new tugger operators, resulting in improved team productivity and seamless integration of new hires.
  • Collaborated effectively with ship pilots, enhancing vessel control during critical maneuvers for smooth operations.
  • Ensured timely completion of jobs by effectively coordinating with fellow crew members and dispatchers.
  • Assisted in the development of standard operating procedures for tugger operations, leading to improved consistency and quality across the team.
  • Demonstrated excellent navigational awareness, ensuring the safe passage of vessels through congested waterways.
  • Provided valuable input during route planning meetings, incorporating extensive knowledge of local currents and hazards.
  • Executed precise towing operations under challenging weather conditions, showcasing adaptability and resilience while delivering results consistently.
  • Increased efficiency in cargo handling processes through effective communication with dock personnel and proper utilization of resources.
  • Enhanced tugboat operations by maintaining and troubleshooting equipment to ensure optimal performance.
  • Played a key role in emergency response situations, utilizing quick decision-making skills to mitigate risks and minimize damages.
  • Optimized towing routes, leading to reduced transit times and increased customer satisfaction.
  • Supported efficient loading/unloading processes by expertly operating tugboats in restricted spaces, reducing turnaround times for cargo vessels.
  • Performed routine maintenance on tugboats, extending the lifespan of company assets and reducing downtime due to repairs.
  • Maintained accurate logs of vessel movements and activities, ensuring proper documentation and facilitating smooth handover processes.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.

Trip Pilot

Devall Towing and Boat Service
Sulphur, LA
05.2021 - 10.2023

Drives boat, Deck work, Boat Maintenance.

Pushing Ammonia Barges from Memphis TN to New Orleans LA

Pushing 1-30 from Decatur AL to Pensacola FL.

Memphis to Catoosa Ok

Relief Captain

Dupre Marine Transportation
Houma, LA
03.2018 - 05.2021
  • Signaled passing vessels by using flags, radios, whistles and flashing lights.
  • Measured water depths with depth measuring equipment.
  • Arranged for ship to be fueled, restocked with consumable supplies and repaired.
  • Utilized navigation resources to chart routes and maintain optimal course for vessel.
  • Coordinated fueling, repairs and other port activities to properly maintain ship.
  • Pushed 6 packs, 1000ft long tow/ line hauling.
  • Pushed 3-30's for kirby
  • Posted from ICW West, Port Allen Route, Baton Rouge LA to New Orleans LA, Morgan City to Atchafalaya River.

Pilot

Blessey Marine Services
New Orleans, LA
10.2017 - 11.2018
  • Pushed 2-30's, black oil and clean chemical barges.
  • Posted from Corpus Christie TX to New Orleans LA
  • Lower MS River to Upper MS River, Chicago River and New Orleans East to Mobile AL.
  • Tankerman, Deck work, Boat Maintenance.

Captain

E Square Marine Service
Channelview, TX
02.2015 - 09.2017
  • Signaled passing vessels by using flags, radios, whistles and flashing lights.
  • Measured water depths with depth measuring equipment.
  • Arranged for ship to be fueled, restocked with consumable supplies and repaired.
  • Utilized navigation resources to chart routes and maintain optimal course for vessel.
  • Coordinated fueling, repairs and other port activities to properly maintain ship.
  • Pushed 2-30's
  • Posted from Lake Charles LA to Houston TX to Corpus Christie TX

Deckhand / Tankermen / Pilot -Relief Capt

Devall Towing and Boat Service
Sulphur, LA
10.2011 - 12.2015
  • Operated and maintained deck equipment to ensure safe vessel operations.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Operated tugger to transport materials efficiently within warehouse environment.
  • Assisted team in optimizing loading and unloading processes, improving workflow efficiency.
  • Trained new operators on safe handling procedures and equipment operation protocols.
  • Led daily briefings to coordinate activities and prioritize tasks among team members.
  • Participated in environmental initiatives such as waste management programs, contributing to sustainable maritime practices within the organization.
  • Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.

Education

Some College (No Degree) -

Maritime Houston Marine
Houston, TX

Skills

  • Documentation Abilities
  • Checklists Understanding
  • Recordkeeping Standards
  • Training & Development
  • Data Management
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Basic Math
  • Team Management
  • Good Work Ethic
  • Relationship Building
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Maintenance & Repair
  • Reliable & Trustworthy
  • Supervision & Leadership
  • Organizational Skills
  • Computer Skills
  • Microsoft Office
  • Problem Resolution
  • Critical Thinking
  • People Skills
  • Active Listening
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Team Building

Education and Training

other

Timeline

Trip Pilot

Martin Marine
07.2025 - Current

Pilot

Campbell Transportation LLC
03.2024 - 06.2025

Trip Pilot

Devall Towing and Boat Service
05.2021 - 10.2023

Relief Captain

Dupre Marine Transportation
03.2018 - 05.2021

Pilot

Blessey Marine Services
10.2017 - 11.2018

Captain

E Square Marine Service
02.2015 - 09.2017

Deckhand / Tankermen / Pilot -Relief Capt

Devall Towing and Boat Service
10.2011 - 12.2015

Some College (No Degree) -

Maritime Houston Marine
Jared Coody