Kevin Ellson
Summary
Results-driven Marine Technician with a track record of leading projects that enhance operational readiness across marine and aviation sectors. Skilled in training and mentoring teams, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and troubleshooting mechanical issues to improve system reliability and customer satisfaction.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Marine Technician
Rybovich Safe Harbor Marinas
West Palm Beach, Florida
04.2021 - Current
- Coordinated with project management, engineering, and customers on over 100 yacht projects to complete within projected timelines and budget, ensuring customer satisfaction
- Documented daily detailed maintenance task reports adhering to company documentation practices
- Trained junior technicians on marine repair best practices and safety protocols, enhancing team skill set and knowledge.
- Troubleshot and resolved mechanical problems with various systems and equipment
- Troubleshot and resolved mechanical issues across various systems and equipment, ensuring reliable operation and compliance.
- Facilitated loading, unloading, and installation of marine engines, running gear and heavy-duty doors to streamline vessel preparation.
- Developed and implemented Machine shop knowledge and techniques to fit the custom needs of projects
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered teamwork and collaboration among peers.
Aviation Mechanic Petty Officer Second Class
US Navy
Virginia Beach, Virginia
05.2017 - 05.2021
- Supervised, mentored, and trained subordinates in work center directly qualifying over thirty maintenance personnel in over twenty categories of qualifications directly supporting squadron's effectiveness and efficiency to stay combat-ready
- Trained and qualified Naval Aviators, directly contributing to operational readiness of Naval Force.
- Maintained all aircraft in accordance with organizational maintenance requirements while maintaining over 90 inventoried aircraft at the squadron
- Performed preventive maintenance on naval aircraft, enhancing reliability and reducing downtime.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in aircraft systems, ensuring operational readiness and safety compliance.
- Demonstrated expertise in hydraulic systems, repairing or replacing components as needed to maintain optimal performance levels.
- Collaborated with maintenance departments to resolve shared issues, strengthening team cohesion and operational effectiveness.
Yacht Coatings
Renegade Super Graphix
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
01.2013 - 05.2017
- Ensured compliance with strict industry standards, consistently meeting customer and inspector requirements while servicing over forty vessels
- Controlled materials and tools for projects, ensuring compliance with federal hazardous waste regulations
- Executed marine vessel repairs using fiberglass and fairing techniques, delivering high-quality top coat finishes
- Adhered to strict industry standards to meet and surpass the needs of the customer and inspectors servicing over forty vessels
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL12-2027
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Marine and aviation mechanical systems expertise
- Safety regulations compliance
- Communication and writing skills
- Critical thinking
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Stress management
- Leadership skills
- Eagerness to learn
- Discipline
- Proficient in Spanish
- Hand tool proficiency
- Power tool operation
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Marine Technician
Rybovich Safe Harbor Marinas
04.2021 - Current
Aviation Mechanic Petty Officer Second Class
US Navy
05.2017 - 05.2021
Yacht Coatings
Renegade Super Graphix
01.2013 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Florida Atlantic University