Kevin Whitley
MANAGEMENT
San Diego,CA
Work Preference
Summary
Dynamic yard operations leader with a strong mechanical background. Adept at coordinating logistics, training teams, and implementing enhancements that streamline processes and boost customer satisfaction. Committed to fostering safe work environments and maximizing equipment efficiency. Twenty plus years in the marine industry and local waterfront knowledge of southern California.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Yard Manager
Nielsen Beaumont Marine Inc.
San Diego, CA
04.2013 - Current
- Oversaw daily yard operations and logistics, coordinate work with Govt. contractors and employees insuring efficient workflow and adherence to safety protocols.
- Operate, maintain, all heavy equipment,(30 ton TEREX mobile crane, 75 metric ton Marine Travel Lift, fork lift etc.)
- Developed maintenance schedules for yard equipment, minimizing downtime and extending asset lifespan.
- Developed strong relationships with customers, leading to increased repeat business and customer satisfaction.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced yard organization and reduced turnaround time for vessel loading/unloading and work completion.
- Trained and mentored team members on best practices in equipment handling and safety regulations.
Education
Maintenance And Repair
OXE Diesel Outboard Training
Angelholm, Sweden2021
HAMILTON JET MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR - MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
Hamilton Jet Americas
Woodinville, WA2017
CCO CERTIFIED -
National Commission For The Certification of Crane Operators
La Palma, CA2017
ROP- Outboard Maintenance And Repair - Diagnostics, Maintenance, And Repair,
South Western College
San Diego, CA2003
Skills
- Journeyman/ Company Lead
- Scheduling and planning
- Facility operations
- Safety management
- Environmental awareness
- Extensive mechanical and maintenance history
- Experience with all aspects of the marine industry
- Power, sail, i/o, outboard, and inboard
- Driven/Competent Leader
- Boat operator, sea trials and testing, towing experience
- Marine transport specialist-hauling, loading, securing, and transporting
- Passionate/Attention to detail
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 25-30 staff members.
- Improvised, improved company efficiency and growth to multiple facilities.
Certification
- Certified- forklift operator
- Certified- TLL Crane Operator
- Certified- MTL Operator
- Certified-Oxe Diesel outboard maintenance and repair
- Certified- Hamilton Jet maintenance and repair
- Certified- First-Aid, CPR, Concussion awareness, sexual harassment, abuse awareness
Timeline
Yard Manager
Nielsen Beaumont Marine Inc.
04.2013 - Current
Maintenance And Repair
OXE Diesel Outboard Training
HAMILTON JET MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR - MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
Hamilton Jet Americas
CCO CERTIFIED -
National Commission For The Certification of Crane Operators
ROP- Outboard Maintenance And Repair - Diagnostics, Maintenance, And Repair,
South Western College