Justin LaVergne
Jennings,USA
Summary
Goal-oriented professional seeking a long-term career in a stable industry. Adaptable and quick to learn new skills, with a proven track record of success in various work environments. Highly skilled heavy equipment operator experienced in identifying faults, replacing worn parts, and installing new components. Committed to contributing to team and company success, with a strong sense of responsibility and diligence. Proficient in operating a wide range of tools, gauges, and equipment for maintenance and repair actions. Possessing 15 years of offshore experience, including 11 years as a captain. Held a 100-Ton Master's License Near Coastal for 15 years, along with a valid TWIC and Marine Radio Operator Permit. Additionally, has 5 years of experience managing the shipboard maintenance department on a riverboat casino, overseeing tasks such as scheduling, budget justification, and employee evaluations.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
Duke Industrial Group
10.2023 - 08.2024
- Operating excavators to establish sub-grade for concrete pours
- Operating dump trucks and rollers to assist other operators
- Layout and survey work to line out proper excavation area
- Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.
- Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
- Reduced downtime through proactive diagnosis and troubleshooting of mechanical issues on heavy equipment.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
Riverboat Captain/Security Supervisor
Isle Of Capri
10.2015 - 10.2023
- My duties included management of the shipboard maintenance department as well as paperwork including, but not limited to, scheduling, budget justification and employee evaluations
- I was furloughed on 12/01/20 and brought back in April 2022 as a Security Supervisor as there was no longer a need for a Riverboat Captain
- Managed a team of security officers, providing guidance, support, and performance evaluations to ensure a high level of professionalism.
- Supervised team of 45 security personnel during shift.
- Analyzed and investigated incidents alongside functional management and security supervisors.
- Reduced incidents of theft and vandalism by closely monitoring surveillance systems and coordinating with law enforcement.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Garrison Industrial Services
12.2020 - 04.2022
- Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.
- Kept machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts.
- Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
- Reduced downtime through proactive diagnosis and troubleshooting of mechanical issues on heavy equipment.
Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels
Gulf Offshore Logistics
02.2008 - 08.2015
- Captain's Duties
- Basic Engineering skills
- Maintained a high level of quality control by adhering to established safety standards and procedures during boat maintenance tasks.
- Continuously improved professional skills through participation in industry workshops, seminars, and trainings for marine mechanics.
- Enhanced team productivity by effectively delegating tasks and overseeing the work of junior mechanics.
- Diagnosed complex mechanical issues accurately, utilizing advanced troubleshooting techniques and specialized diagnostic tools.
- Installed and tested steering gears, sanitation and refrigeration systems, cabinetry, electrical systems and accessories.
- Idled motors and observed thermometers to determine effectiveness of cooling systems.
- Reduced downtime for clients' boats by implementing preventive maintenance schedules and performing routine inspections.
- Oversaw accurate record-keeping practices for all required documentation throughout each voyage cycle.
- Managed a diverse crew effectively, promoting teamwork and maintaining high morale.
- Maintained timetables by monitoring and managing loading and discharging of cargo and passengers and arranging for boat to be fueled, restocked with supplies and repaired.
- Learned to operate new technology systems and procedures through instruction, simulators and models.
- Consulted maps, weather reports or navigation equipment to determine and direct ship movements.
- Interacted with team members, encouraging each to be outgoing and offer excellent service to customers.
- Thoroughly inspected boats before each embarkment to verify maximum reliability.
- Completed regular vessel inspections to identify deficiencies and coordinate corrective actions.
- Prioritized safety procedures when operating vessels, controlling speed, berthing and unberthing, giving optimal protection to crew and equipment.
Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels
Seacor Marine LLC
08.2000 - 08.2007
- Captain's Duties
- Basic Engineering skills
- Maintained a high level of quality control by adhering to established safety standards and procedures during boat maintenance tasks.
- Continuously improved professional skills through participation in industry workshops, seminars, and trainings for marine mechanics.
- Enhanced team productivity by effectively delegating tasks and overseeing the work of junior mechanics.
- Diagnosed complex mechanical issues accurately, utilizing advanced troubleshooting techniques and specialized diagnostic tools.
- Installed and tested steering gears, sanitation and refrigeration systems, cabinetry, electrical systems and accessories.
- Idled motors and observed thermometers to determine effectiveness of cooling systems.
- Reduced downtime for clients' boats by implementing preventive maintenance schedules and performing routine inspections.
- Oversaw accurate record-keeping practices for all required documentation throughout each voyage cycle.
- Managed a diverse crew effectively, promoting teamwork and maintaining high morale.
- Maintained timetables by monitoring and managing loading and discharging of cargo and passengers and arranging for boat to be fueled, restocked with supplies and repaired.
- Learned to operate new technology systems and procedures through instruction, simulators and models.
- Consulted maps, weather reports or navigation equipment to determine and direct ship movements.
- Interacted with team members, encouraging each to be outgoing and offer excellent service to customers.
- Thoroughly inspected boats before each embarkment to verify maximum reliability.
- Completed regular vessel inspections to identify deficiencies and coordinate corrective actions.
- Prioritized safety procedures when operating vessels, controlling speed, berthing and unberthing, giving optimal protection to crew and equipment.
Education
High School Equivalency Diploma - General High School Curriculum
Jennings High School
Jennings, LA08.2007
Skills
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Valid Driver's License
- Construction background
- Safety Compliance
- Preventive Maintenance
- Team Leadership
Occupational Licenses Certificates and Training
- TWIC, TSA, 01/01/21
- 100 Ton Master - Near Coastal (Issue 3), United States Coast Guard, 03/01/15
- United States Passport, United States Department Of State, 03/01/15
- Marine Radio Operator Permit, Federal Communications Commission, 08/01/04
Desiredoccupation
Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels
Desired location
Louisiana
Driverslicense
Regular Drivers License
Jobskills
31 skill(s)
References
Available on Request
Certification
- OSHA Certified
- First Aid Certification
- Forklift Certification
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
Duke Industrial Group
10.2023 - 08.2024
Heavy Equipment Operator
Garrison Industrial Services
12.2020 - 04.2022
Riverboat Captain/Security Supervisor
Isle Of Capri
10.2015 - 10.2023
Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels
Gulf Offshore Logistics
02.2008 - 08.2015
Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels
Seacor Marine LLC
08.2000 - 08.2007
High School Equivalency Diploma - General High School Curriculum
Jennings High School
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