Louis Turi
Key West,FL
Summary
In addition to my boating/charter experience, I also worked as a general manager, leading teams and managing operations in the hotel, restaurant, and food service industry. I have years of intense public and customer service background.
Overview
58
58
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Boat Captain & Maintenance Technician
Blue Ocean & Smile Charters
Key West & Marathon, FL
01.2024 - Current
- Executed maintenance and mechanical work on boats, ensuring optimal performance and reliability for client charters.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on all equipment.
- Transported clients on chartered boat rides, ensuring safe and enjoyable experiences in Key West and Marathon.
- Managed passenger safety and comfort during charters.
- Navigated vessels safely through diverse marine environments.
President
Starthemes Publications LLC
Phoenix, AZ
01.1991 - Current
- Published 10 hardback books and 15 eBooks.
- Engaged audiences on social media platforms like YouTube and Facebook to increase visibility and interaction.
- Managed and published daily and weekly content on company website and digital platforms to enhance audience engagement.
- Sold services and publications through the company website and Amazon.
- Presented complex topics on YouTube, radio, and television to educate and inform diverse audiences.
Over-the-Road (OTR) Driver
Krstic Trucking Company and Gerard Trucking Inc.
Phoenix, AZ
01.2020 - 01.2024
- Transported doubles and 53’ trailers on dedicated route to FedEx hubs, maintaining consistent delivery schedules.
- Delivered trailers to national hubs for FedEx, ensuring timely and efficient transportation.
- Operated long-haul trucks delivering freight across various routes.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and DOT guidelines during transportation.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and performance standards.
Commercial Driver
AZ Auto Relocation LLC
Phoenix, AZ
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Operated commercial vehicles including flatbeds, heavy haul, doubles, Peterbilt 10-car hauler, and 53’ Freightliner trailers to ensure timely and safe deliveries.
- Operated various commercial vehicles to transport vehicles safely.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Maintained accurate logs of vehicle mileage and fuel consumption.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Marathon Corporation
Pearl Harbor Naval Base, Hawaii
01.1990 - 01.1991
- Operated D9 dozers for demolition and grading.
- Utilized 950 and 980 articulated Caterpillar machines for sewer and water pipe projects.
- Diagnosed equipment problems to enhance functionality.
- Operated Galion Grove Hydro Crane and conducted welding tasks to support project requirements.
General Manager
French Gourmet Bakery
La Jolla, CA
01.1984 - 01.1990
- Led team of 50 employees overseeing payroll, sales, wholesale marketing, and advertising.
- Directed daily operations to ensure smooth bakery functions.
- Managed customer service operations to improve client satisfaction and loyalty.
- Supervised staff to maintain high-quality customer service standards.
- Managed inventory levels and ordered supplies for production needs.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Daniel Barillon Construction
Aix-en-Provence, France
01.1968 - 01.1974
- Operated heavy machinery to complete excavation and grading tasks.
- Operated heavy equipment to facilitate completion of diverse construction projects at family-owned company.
- Assisted in site preparation by moving materials and debris efficiently.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure equipment safety and functionality.
Heavy Equipment Operator
OKN Construction
01.1991
- Operated 980G and 966G loaders for construction projects.
- Loaded crushers, maintained water pools, operated blade compactors, and performed sub-grading and grading to ensure project timelines were met.
- Managed loading and unloading of heavy equipment and construction materials on truck trailers to support smooth operations.
- Performed repairs on equipment, resulting in significant cost savings for the company.
Welder
US Navy
San Diego, CA
01.1990
- Created ASME Section 9 compliant water and sewer pipeline designs to ensure regulatory adherence and project integrity.
- Operated welding equipment to join metal components in naval vessels.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate weld placement.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols during welding operations.
Education
FPA/GED Certifications - General maintenance, operation, and welding repairs on Caterpillar heavy equipment.
College FPA
Nimes, France01-1978
Graduate Certificate -
Royal School of Music
London, England01-1978
Undergraduate Musicianship - music performance and keyboard
Trinity College of Music
Eastbourne, Sussex, England01-1976
Skills
- Fluent in French
- Fluent in English
- Conversational in Spanish
- CLASS A license
- Transportation operations
- Heavy equipment operations
- Logistics
- FedEx freight delivery
Certification
- CDL License, 01/01/26, Tanker, Doubles, Triples, Passengers, Air Brakes, HAZMAT, 11/01/17, 1313 N 25th Ave, Phoenix, AZ, CDL Truck School Inc., 01/01/17, Riverside, CA, CRST Terminal Training School, 01/01/17, Fontana, CA, Advanced School of Driving
- American Red Cross Aid/CPR/AED, 08/02/18
- Training Certificates with U.S. Federal Government, OPSEC Training Certificate, 08/01/18, JKO Training Certificate, 07/01/18
- SeaSchool Alabama OUPV/MMC Certifications & Training, OUPV / 100 tons Master / STCW, 08/01/22, Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels, 07/01/22, Personal Safety & Social Responsibility, 08/01/22, Personal Survival Techniques, 08/01/22, 100 Tons Gross Tons Inland and Near Coastal, 08/01/22, Basic Fire Fighting, 08/01/22, First Aid & CPR, 08/01/22
Additional Information
Knowledgeable, Reliable, Safety-oriented, First-class customer service, I can only assure you the best of my expertise and vast experience.
Timeline
Boat Captain & Maintenance Technician
Blue Ocean & Smile Charters
01.2024 - Current
Over-the-Road (OTR) Driver
Krstic Trucking Company and Gerard Trucking Inc.
01.2020 - 01.2024
Commercial Driver
AZ Auto Relocation LLC
01.2017 - 01.2020
President
Starthemes Publications LLC
01.1991 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator
OKN Construction
01.1991
Heavy Equipment Operator
Marathon Corporation
01.1990 - 01.1991
Welder
US Navy
01.1990
General Manager
French Gourmet Bakery
01.1984 - 01.1990
Heavy Equipment Operator
Daniel Barillon Construction
01.1968 - 01.1974
FPA/GED Certifications - General maintenance, operation, and welding repairs on Caterpillar heavy equipment.
College FPA
Graduate Certificate -
Royal School of Music
Undergraduate Musicianship - music performance and keyboard
Trinity College of Music