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Joel Hodgins

Grand River Navigation
Eddington
6
years of professional experience

Experienced with managing and maintaining engineering systems. Uses technical expertise to ensure optimal performance and reliability. Knowledge of troubleshooting and problem-solving techniques to support the operation of the engine room and power generation.

Work History

First Assistant Engineer

1 Year 5 Months
Grand River Navigation | 02.2025 - Current

Managed daily operations and maintenance activities on board the M/V Sam Laud.

Assisted in maintaining and operating machinery onboard vessels, ensuring optimal performance and safety compliance.

Collaborated with engineering team to troubleshoot equipment issues.

Supported engine room operations by monitoring systems and conducting routine inspections for safety and reliability.

Second Assistant Engineer

11 Months
Grand River Navigation | 03.2024 - 02.2025

Conducted routine maintenance tasks to enhance vessel reliability and operational readiness.

Assisted in maintaining engine room operations and equipment functionality.

Monitored machinery performance to ensure compliance with safety standards.

Conducted routine inspections and preventive maintenance on vessel systems.

Second Assistant Engineer

1 Year
Seadrill | 03.2023 - 03.2024

Performed daily maintenance planning and ensured that all equipment associated with the engine room was operating as designed.

Operated and maintained machinery to ensure efficient engine performance and safety standards.

Assisted with vessel inspections, identifying areas for maintenance and compliance improvements.

Third Assistant Engineer

1 Year
Valaris | 03.2022 - 03.2023

Conducted daily rounds and maintenance of engine rooms and thrusters, ensuring optimal operation of equipment.

Operated and maintained machinery in compliance with safety regulations.

Assisted senior engineers in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues.

Monitored operational systems to ensure they were operating as deisgned.

Third Assistant Engineer

1 Year
Grand River Navigation | 03.2021 - 03.2022

Performed daily operations and maintenance of the engine room and the self-unloading systems and their associated equipment.

Monitored and maintained engine room systems for optimal performance.

Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical issues, ensuring timely repairs and minimizing downtime.

Conducted routine inspections of equipment, identifying maintenance needs.

Power Plant Operator

9 Months
ND Paper | 06.2020 - 03.2021

Operated and monitored power generation equipment to ensure optimal performance and reliability.

Conducted routine inspections on the boilers to ensure operational efficiency.

Collaborated with engineering teams to implement process improvements enhancing operational efficiency.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Marine Engineering Technology

Maine Maritime Academy | Castine, ME | 05-2020

Skills

USCG 1st Assistant Engineer of Unlimited H.P. Diesel Propelled Vessels.
USCG 3rd Assistant Engineer of Unlimited H.P. Steam and Gas Turbine Propelled Vessels.
Second Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch (OIECW).
Maine 3rd Class Stationary Steam Engineer License.
Marshall Island Merchant Mariner License.
Panama Merchant Mariner License.
TWIC Card.
Advanced Firefighting.
USCG Medical Certificate.
Universal EPA Refrigeration Certification.
VPDSD Certification.
Vessel Security Officer (VSO) Certification.
CPR Certification.

Timeline

First Assistant Engineer

Grand River Navigation
02.2025 - CurrentRead More

Second Assistant Engineer

Grand River Navigation
03.2024 - 02.2025Read More

Second Assistant Engineer

Seadrill
03.2023 - 03.2024Read More

Third Assistant Engineer

Valaris
03.2022 - 03.2023Read More

Third Assistant Engineer

Grand River Navigation
03.2021 - 03.2022Read More

Power Plant Operator

ND Paper
06.2020 - 03.2021Read More

Maine Maritime Academy

Bachelor of Science from Marine Engineering Technology
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Joel Hodgins