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Work History
Education
Skills
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Kyle Mendoza

Pasadena,TX

Summary

Proven maritime professional with extensive experience at Marathon Petroleum Corp, adept in marine vessel operation and fostering team collaboration. Excelled in emergency response, significantly enhancing vessel safety and efficiency. Skilled in equipment inspection and promoting a positive work culture, demonstrating adaptability and dedication across maritime and HVAC sectors.

Overview

7
years of professional experience

Work History

Lydia Ann Channel

Lead Deckhand
06.2024 - Current

Job overview

  • Ensured vessel safety by conducting thorough inspections and maintenance of all deck equipment.
  • Boosted crew morale through fostering a positive work environment and addressing personnel issues proactively.
  • Maintained cleanliness and orderliness of the vessel, upholding high standards of presentation both on deck and below deck areas.
  • Supported successful tender operations by handling tenders professionally during guest transfers or recreational activities.

Building and breaking tow, line handling, training new hires and lesser experienced crew.

Golding Barge

Deckhand
04.2021 - 11.2024

Job overview

  • Developed strong teamwork skills by actively collaborating with fellow crew members in various tasks and emergency situations.
  • Handled lines during mooring operations efficiently, securing the vessel safely at designated locations.
  • Inspected and maintained deck equipment and supplies.
  • Performed maintenance tasks such as painting, chipping rust, and greasing equipment to extend the lifespan of onboard assets.

building and breaking tow, training new hires

Marathon Petroleum Corp

Senior Deckhand
01.2023 - 11.2023

Job overview

  • Assisted with navigation duties, accurately plotting courses and monitoring weather conditions for smooth sailing.
  • Facilitated quick vessel turnaround times at ports of call through efficient cargo handling procedures and effective communication with the loading team.
  • Assisted in the management of onboard inventory levels by conducting routine checks on supplies and equipment needed for daily operations.
  • Promoted a positive work culture by mentoring junior deckhands and sharing accumulated industry knowledge.

Buffalo Marine

Deckhand
11.2021 - 12.2022

Job overview

  • Developed strong teamwork skills by actively collaborating with fellow crew members in various tasks and emergency situations.
  • Handled lines during mooring operations efficiently, securing the vessel safely at designated locations.
  • Inspected and maintained deck equipment and supplies.
  • Performed maintenance tasks such as painting, chipping rust, and greasing equipment to extend the lifespan of onboard assets.

Houston Fleeting Services

Fleet Deckhand
05.2020 - 05.2021

Job overview

Built tow and broke down tow for other vessels, handled lines during mooring operations. Trained new hires and less experienced crew, helped with safe navigation of the boat during bad weather conditions, learned how to operate the boat safely

Letsos

HVAC Assistant
02.2018 - 12.2018

Job overview

  • Supported senior technicians in the installation, repair, and maintenance of various HVAC systems.
  • Removed old equipment from customers' plants/refinerys and cleaned up areas to prepare for new installations.
  • Increased longevity of HVAC systems by performing preventive maintenance.
  • Collaborated with other professionals, such as electricians and plumbers, to ensure seamless integration of HVAC systems into building structures.

Education

Pearland High School
Pearland, TX

Diploma from Agricultural Business
05.2017

University Overview

Skills

  • Firefighting Training
  • Deck equipment operation
  • Marine Communications
  • Mooring Operations
  • Maritime rescue operations
  • Marine vessel operation
  • Emergency equipment knowledge
  • Boat steering
  • Cargo Loading
  • Weather prediction
  • Emergency Response
  • Equipment Inspection
  • Chiller systems
  • Plumbing Repairs
  • Dedicated Team Player
  • Soldering
  • Adaptable

Timeline

Lead Deckhand
Lydia Ann Channel
06.2024 - Current
Senior Deckhand
Marathon Petroleum Corp
01.2023 - 11.2023
Deckhand
Buffalo Marine
11.2021 - 12.2022
Deckhand
Golding Barge
04.2021 - 11.2024
Fleet Deckhand
Houston Fleeting Services
05.2020 - 05.2021
HVAC Assistant
Letsos
02.2018 - 12.2018
Pearland High School
Diploma from Agricultural Business
Kyle Mendoza