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Lester DeSheers

Virginia Beach,VA

Summary

Dynamic Able Body Seaman with Military Sealift Command, adept at managing ship maintenance and ensuring safety through keen situational awareness. Proven skills in operating forklifts and executing commands as a helmsman, demonstrating strong communication and teamwork. Recognized for completing tasks efficiently and adapting quickly to challenging environments.

Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.

Tech-savvy innovator with hands-on experience in emerging technologies and passion for continuous improvement. Skilled in identifying opportunities for technological enhancements and implementing effective solutions. Adept at leveraging new tools and methods to solve problems and enhance productivity. Excels in adapting to fast-paced environments and driving technological advancements.

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Able Body Seaman

Military Sealift Command
06.2007 - Current
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Proficient with using hand held pneumatic air tool.
  • Fork truck operator during underway missions on ships and at piers which includes moving cargo.
  • Ships helmsman during Underway Replenishments with US Navy warships.

Education

High School Diploma -

Boys And Girls High School
Brooklyn, NY
06-1994

Skills

    My skills include being given a maintenance on the ship and completing it in a timely manner

    Using my senses to quickly alert myself and others about safety concerns, if any arises that might affect the team I'm working with or myself

    As a ships helmsman while underway understanding and repeating back any and all commands verbally told to me by the officer or Captain shows total understanding of all commands that will be given to me so I can execute the job of a helmsman

    As a fork truck operator understanding my surrounding while moving cargo at sea and on piers is a must for safety reasons

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimeContract WorkInternship

Work Location

On-Site

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balancePaid sick leave401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing4-day work weekPaid time offCompany CultureHealthcare benefitsPersonal development programs

Timeline

Able Body Seaman

Military Sealift Command
06.2007 - Current

High School Diploma -

Boys And Girls High School
Lester DeSheers