KEITH HOLLAND
Austin,USA
Summary
Dedicated Mate Pilot with expertise in safety compliance and crew coordination. Proven track record in conducting maintenance checks and monitoring weather conditions to ensure safe vessel operations. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency and maintaining high safety standards.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mate Pilot
Oakley Barge Line
01.2025 - Current
- Maintained safety protocols during vessel operations and crew activities.
- Assisted in navigation and communication using onboard radio systems.
- Monitored weather conditions to ensure safe travel and operational decisions.
- Maintained navigational equipment such as radar and gyrocompass.
- Checked navigation tools and telecommunications equipment prior to embarking on journeys to verify operational status.
- Communicated with other vessels via radio to exchange navigational information.
- Communicated with passing vessels using visible and audible signals.
- Operated boat radios to maintain open avenues for exchanging information needed by operators.
- Measured depth of ocean waters and assessed operating conditions using equipment.
- Oversaw ship operations during travel and kept watch for hazards.
- Directed and coordinated crew members while loading or unloading cargo, steering vessels, operating engines and maintaining or repairing ship equipment.
- Collaborated with crew members to ensure efficient cargo handling procedures.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on equipment and safety gear.
- Performed daily maintenance on vessel systems including engines, electrical systems, pumps and valves.
- Inspected all navigational lights to ensure they are functioning properly.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable rules, regulations, laws, and company policies.
- Maintained peak performance in varying conditions and researched weather, wind, current and tide conditions to avoid and manage issues.
- Measured depth of ocean waters and assessed operating conditions using equipment.
Deckhand/ Mate Steersman
Oakley Barge Line
01.2020 - Current
- Coordinated safety drills to uphold crew preparedness and compliance standards.
- Communicated with crew members to ensure smooth task execution on deck.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of deck areas for safety compliance.
- Supported training of new crew members in operational procedures and safety practices.
- Carried out instructions issued by captain regarding docking procedures.
- Fastened handling lines and moorings to prevent boats, barges and equipment from drifting away.
- Performed vessel maintenance services, including cleaning, painting and basic repairs.
- Assisted with minor renovation or repair to keep boat in operable condition.
- Handled rigging, lines and tow to increase equipment longevity.
- Used lines, wires and stationary winches to build and break tow.
Education
Mate Pilot- Limited Master -
River School
Olive Branch, MS08-2025
Skills
- Vessel navigation and handling
- Cargo and equipment management
- Weather assessment and forecasting
- Emergency response and first aid
- Effective communication and teamwork
- Deckhand supervision and leadership
- Preventive maintenance and inspection
- Radar and electronic navigation
- Route navigation software proficiency
- Logbook keeping and chart reading
Certification
- Mate Pilot- Limited Master License
- Radar Certification
- Radio Certification
- Fire Fighting certification
- CPR Certification
Timeline
Mate Pilot
Oakley Barge Line
01.2025 - Current
Deckhand/ Mate Steersman
Oakley Barge Line
01.2020 - Current
Mate Pilot- Limited Master -
River School