Joe Hernandez
Ingleside
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience at Texas Department of Transportation, excelling in mooring operations and equipment maintenance. Proven ability to enhance safety protocols and lead teams effectively. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail ensure operational efficiency and compliance with environmental standards. Committed to maintaining high safety and performance levels in challenging environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Deckhand
Texas Department Of Transportation
Port Aransas
09.2023 - 06.2025
- Assisted in mooring operations by tying off lines and setting anchor points.
- Performed safety checks on all equipment and gear prior to use.
- Responsible for loading and unloading cargo, supplies, and passengers on the vessel.
- Inspected hulls for damages or corrosion when entering or leaving port.
- Organized tools and supplies needed for onboard repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Conducted regular maintenance on deck machinery such as winches, pumps, cranes.
- Monitored engine room bilges for any signs of water leakage or contamination.
- Carried out instructions issued by captain regarding docking procedures.
- Followed strict guidelines related to hazardous materials handling aboard ship.
- Checked navigation lights regularly to ensure they were functioning properly.
- Ensured that all required safety protocols were followed while underway.
- Fastened handling lines and moorings to prevent boats, barges and equipment from drifting away.
- Maintained professionalism and efficiency in emergency situations.
- Safely and efficiently completed tasks as navigation look-out.
- Performed vessel maintenance services, including cleaning, painting and basic repairs.
- Stood watch in high-density traffic areas under extreme weather and sea conditions to support navigation rules.
- Monitored deck areas to enforce security of boat, passengers and cargo.
- Participated in drills and exercises to prepare for fire, collision or other emergencies.
- Inspected firefighting, lifesaving and other equipment on boat to maintain functionality.
- Read and interpreted gauges and fluid levels, reporting problems to captain.
- Greeted guests boarding and departing vessels to drive safe transition.
- Performed minor cleaning to maintain deck, safety equipment and machinery.
- Monitored equipment for leaks, loose pipes, broken lights or other issues and informed mechanics of repair needs.
- Engaged in safety drills by leading others in tasks.
- Checked oil levels and monitored equipment to regularly oil and lubricate for smooth functioning.
- Maintained and organized ship's compartments for better efficiency and to easily obtain needed items.
- Maintained government-issued certifications.
- Examined machinery to verify pressures or lubricant flows.
Lead Fueler
Sandford Oil
Corpus Christi
09.2017 - 03.2021
- Verified accuracy of paperwork associated with each fueling operation such as flight numbers, quantities dispensed.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on fueling equipment to identify potential issues or malfunctions.
- Ensured that all safety procedures were followed during fueling operations.
- Maintained daily log of all fueling activities and reported any irregularities or discrepancies to the supervisor.
- Inspected fuel tanks for leaks or other damages, replenished fuel as needed.
- Cleaned up spilled fluids around refueling stations immediately after accidents occurred.
- Monitored fuel levels in tanks and refilled when necessary while ensuring proper labeling of tanks and containers.
- Received, stored, transferred, and dispensed diesel fuel products.
- Fueled Frac Engine's efficiency to reduce operation downtime and boost cycle times in order to maximize operational effectiveness.
- Completed and submitted documentation associated with fueling activities.
- Performed light maintenance to shop areas, fueling stations and related facilities.
- Assisted with daily fuel inspections including preloading and quality control.
- Provided accurate accounting of fuel transactions.
- Acted as the company liaison between the company man and our company's leadership while on-site.
Pipefitter Helper
Kiewitt Offshore Services
Ingleside
04.2015 - 08.2017
- Maintained tools and equipment used in pipefitting operations.
- Ensured that all safety procedures were followed during each job task.
- Replaced worn parts such as gaskets, valves, seals and other components.
- Read blueprints and schematics to determine layout of pipelines.
- Removed corroded sections of pipe from existing systems.
- Cleaned and inspected pipes for defects before installation.
- Fabricated pipeline components using cutting torches or grinders when necessary.
- Transported pipe and equipment to job sites using forklifts or hand trucks.
- Installed piping systems including valves, flanges, pressure gauges and thermometers.
- Assisted Pipefitters in measuring, cutting, and threading pipes for installation.
- Threaded pipes using specified machinery.
- Recognized various materials used in piping systems and displayed working knowledge of material handling techniques.
- Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
- Performed welding tasks such as soldering, brazing, and torch-cutting.
Certified Medical Assistant
Care Regional Medical Center
Aransas Pass
06.2013 - 02.2015
- Answered patient calls promptly and directed inquiries to the appropriate department when needed.
- Performed clerical tasks such as transcribing dictation from physicians or coding patient information into electronic databases.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as EKGs or hearing screenings in accordance with established protocols.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
- Maintained accurate records of patient visits including diagnosis information, treatment notes, prescriptions.
- Maintained patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies ensuring adequate stock levels were maintained at all times.
- Ordered medical supplies from approved vendors based on predetermined budget parameters.
- Educated patients on preventive care topics such as diet and exercise habits or medication compliance.
- Monitored lab results for accuracy and alerted physicians immediately if any abnormalities were detected.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering phones, and filing paperwork.
- Provided support to physicians during consultations by recording patient histories accurately and documenting treatment plans accordingly.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures such as suturing lacerations or removing stitches under the direction of a physician.
- Maintained cleanliness in examination rooms by stocking supplies and disposing of used materials properly.
- Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments according to physician instructions.
- Ensured that all equipment was functioning correctly prior to use during patient examinations or treatments.
Education
Certification - Medical Assistant
Kaplan College
Corpus Christi, TX05-2013
High School Diploma -
Ingleside Highschool
Ingleside, TX06-2008
Skills
- Mooring operations
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety checks
- Cargo handling
- Deck machinery
- Hazardous materials
- Emergency preparedness
- Watch standing
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Environmental compliance
- Safety procedures
- Rigging systems
- Firefighting training
- Advanced knot tying
- Physical stamina and strength
- Problem-solving capacity
- Conflict resolution
- Strong work ethic
- Team leadership experience
- Ship maintenance and security
- Professional demeanor
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Certification
- NSC First Aid, CPR & AED Course expires 09/05/2026
Timeline
Lead Deckhand
Texas Department Of Transportation
09.2023 - 06.2025
Lead Fueler
Sandford Oil
09.2017 - 03.2021
Pipefitter Helper
Kiewitt Offshore Services
04.2015 - 08.2017
Certified Medical Assistant
Care Regional Medical Center
06.2013 - 02.2015
Certification - Medical Assistant
Kaplan College
High School Diploma -
Ingleside Highschool
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