Joseph Rota
East Bridgewater,MA
Summary
Highly motivated and skilled engineer with a USCG 2nd Assistant Engineer Motor unlimited license. Adept at diverse tasks, including but not limited to, troubleshooting, equipment repairs, preventative maintenance, maintaining logs, and personnel management.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
8
8
Certification
Work History
3rd Assistant Engineer
Military Sealift Command
Norfolk, Virginia
09.2016 - 04.2022
- Performed preventative maintenance on engineering equipment as prescribed by the shipboard automated maintenance program and performed any and all necessary repairs in a safe and efficient manner.
- Conducted / assisted with main engine repairs and maintenance such as replacing cylinder heads, pistons, fuel rails, engine governors, taking crank web deflections, adjusting valve lash etc.
- Performed troubleshooting of various electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems and made appropriate repairs.
- Managed unlicensed personnel and coordinated with other engineers in order to effectively and safely complete maintenance items and repairs
- Performed daily lube oil analysis, coolant analysis, and boiler water chemistry and reported / corrected any and all discrepancies.
- Made periodic rounds of the engine room, associated engine spaces, associated engineering equipment and maintained meticulous logs of operating parameters / any observed discrepancies.
- Maintained strict adherence to appropriate health and safety standards to protect crew members and reported promptly on issues of concern.
- Reported violations of regulations, applicable laws, and company policies immediately and took appropriate action.
- Participated in safety meetings, emergency drills, and performed all emergency duties as dictated by the station bill
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marine Engineering
Massachusetts Maritime Academy
Buzzards Bay, MA02.2016
Skills
- Proficient at troubleshooting and testing various equipment
- Able to read and understand tech manuals and schematics
- Proficient with various shipboard maintenance programs (SAMMs, NS5, AMOS)
- Able to learn and adapt in a quick manner
- Effective communicator and work well with others
Certification
- USCG Licensed Chief Engineer Limited, Chief of OSV, 2nd Assistant Engineer Motor and Gas Turbine
- Tankerman-PIC for Dangerous Liquid Cargos
- EPA Universal Refrigeration License
- STCW
- TWIC
- Vessel Personnel with Designated Safety Duties
Timeline
3rd Assistant Engineer
Military Sealift Command
09.2016 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Science - Marine Engineering
Massachusetts Maritime Academy