Linton Fitzgerald IV
Natchez ,MS
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience at American Commercial Barge Line, excelling in deck equipment operation and safety practices. Proven ability to enhance operational readiness through effective teamwork and maintenance. Skilled in emergency response and equipment upkeep, ensuring compliance and efficiency in high-pressure environments. Committed to maintaining a safe and organized workspace.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deckhand
American Commercial Barge Line
Jeffersonville, IN
07.2023 - Current
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of deck areas to ensure safety compliance.
- Collaborated with crew members to perform routine maintenance on vessels, enhancing operational readiness.
- Assisted in navigation duties by monitoring weather conditions and reporting hazards to captain.
- Operated deck machinery and tools to assist in loading and unloading cargo efficiently.
- Participated in emergency drills, ensuring preparedness for various onboard scenarios and incidents.
- Handled lines during mooring operations efficiently, securing the vessel safely at designated locations.
- Performed maintenance tasks such as painting, chipping rust, and greasing equipment to extend the lifespan of onboard assets.
- Operated winches, cranes, and other deck machinery proficiently, resulting in efficient completion of tasks.
- Shifted, dropped, and picked up over Number barges.
Hydroblasting Technician
HydroChemPSC Industrial Services
Ohio
03.2022 - 05.2023
- Operated high-pressure hydroblasting equipment to ensure effective surface cleaning and preparation.
- Adhered to safety protocols and regulations, minimizing risks during hydroblasting operations.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment issues, ensuring minimal downtime during projects.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects efficiently within designated timeframes.
- Utilized required personnel protective equipment while using hydroblaster.
- Performed hydro blasting on industrial equipment such as construction equipment, powerplants and oil refineries.
- Operated and serviced hydroblaster support equipment such as tanks, pumps and hoses.
- Cleaned and accounted for tools after hydroblasting to maintain proper function and prevent lost tools and equipment.
- Reduced downtime by providing timely troubleshooting and repairs for any malfunctions or issues that arose during operations.
Order Filler
Walmart Distribution Center
Brookhaven, MS
2021 - 2022
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to efficiently transport products within the warehouse.
- Selected and packed merchandise according to order specifications, ensuring accuracy in fulfillment.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to promote safety and efficiency during operations.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily productivity goals and deadlines.
- Participated in regular safety meetings, contributing ideas for improving workplace safety practices.
- Facilitated smooth operations during peak periods, effectively handling increased workload without compromising quality or timeliness of deliveries.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by adhering to strict safety protocols during all tasks.
- Collaborated with the shipping department to ensure prompt delivery of customer orders while minimizing delays.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Pulled orders quickly to maintain demanding productivity goals.
- Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
- Labeled boxes, crates and containers with accurate order information, destinations and codes to minimize shipping errors.
- Transported merchandise pallets to move in warehouse.
Education
High School Diploma -
Natchez High School
Natchez, MS05.2019
Skills
- Safety awareness
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Maintaining equipment
- Deck equipment operation
- Safety practices
- First aid training
- Physical fitness and stamina
- Responding to emergencies
- Painting and varnishing
- Splicing ropes skill
- Vessel painting
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
Osha 10 certified
Timeline
Deckhand
American Commercial Barge Line
07.2023 - Current
Hydroblasting Technician
HydroChemPSC Industrial Services
03.2022 - 05.2023
Order Filler
Walmart Distribution Center
2021 - 2022
High School Diploma -
Natchez High School