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.