Matthew Bouse
Fred
Summary
Dependable employee with expertise in navigation, safety protocols, and crew management. Communicates effectively and demonstrates strong leadership and adaptability to enhance vessel operations. Committed to upholding safety standards and operational efficiency. Aiming to advance to Tankerman and pursue a Steersman license to further develop maritime skills.
Resourceful Supervisor trained in resolution of critical issues within a time-sensitive environment with a successful track record of building and maintaining talented teams. Highly organized, energetic and versatile leader committed to continuous improvements. Proven history of motivating staff to work together to achieve targets.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor
Alliance Industrial Group
Lumberton
03.2024 - Current
- Supervised daily operations in fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Trained and mentored team members on safety protocols and best practices.
- Coordinated workflow to ensure timely completion of production schedules.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and quality.
- Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
- Monitored inventory levels to support uninterrupted production processes.
- Maintained accurate records of employee performance, attendance, leave requests, and disciplinary actions.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Performed monthly inventory checks to ensure sufficient stock levels for all products.
Bolt up and pipefitter
Echo Maintenance
Beaumont
12.2023 - 03.2024
- Installed piping systems according to project specifications and safety standards.
- Repaired and maintained existing pipe systems to ensure optimal performance.
- Conducted routine inspections on piping systems for leaks and wear.
- Measure, cut, thread, groove, bend and install piping according to specifications.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate installation of pipes.
- Read blueprints and diagrams to determine the type of pipe and tools needed for each job.
- Use hand tools such as saws, drills, wrenches, threaders, to perform tasks related to the job at hand.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve plumbing issues.
Mate
Western Rivers Boat Management
Paducah
01.2021 - 12.2023
- Monitored safety of passengers, crew, and cargo, fostering a secure onboard environment.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable rules, regulations, laws, and company policies.
- Supervised the operation of deck equipment including winches, cranes, derricks and gangways.
- Operated deck machinery such as windlasses, capstans, mooring winches and anchor handling gear.
- Performed daily maintenance on vessel systems including engines, electrical systems, pumps and valves.
- Coordinated firefighting drills and emergency response procedures, enhancing crew preparedness for emergencies.
- Operated vessels safely in various river conditions.
- Participated in man overboard drills and rescue operations during emergencies at sea.
Diesel Mechanic
Tejas Equipment
Woodville
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Conducted preventative maintenance on diesel engines and equipment to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems and made necessary repairs.
- Repaired fuel injection systems, turbochargers, brakes, and exhaust systems.
- Replaced worn or damaged components including spark plugs, air filters, and oil filters to enhance engine efficiency.
- Completed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires and other vehicle systems.
- Rebuilt faulty hydraulic systems including pumps and cylinders.
- Installed new parts such as radiators, injectors, hoses, belts, alternators, starters.
- Disassembled defective units to diagnose malfunctions and repair them accordingly.
- Tested electrical circuits for faults using diagnostic computers.
Trash Pickup
Pineywoods sanitation
Silsbee
06.2019 - 01.2020
- Collected refuse from residential and commercial customers, ensuring that all waste was disposed of properly.
- Inspected garbage bins for hazardous materials before loading them into the truck.
- Collected refuse from residential and commercial customers, ensuring proper disposal and compliance with waste management regulations.
- Utilized hand tools to manually collect bulky items such as furniture, appliances, and other large objects.
- Operated compactor to maximize collection vehicle capacity by efficiently compacting collected refuse.
- Performed daily safety checks on trucks including fluid levels, brakes, tires, lights, and turn signals.
- Trained new employees on driving routes, waste management policies, and safe operation of vehicles.
- Maintained accurate daily records of collections, including material types, weight measurements, and route stops to support operational tracking.
Railroad Welder
TGS
Beaumont
01.2018 - 06.2019
- Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, rail care, and rails.
- Monitored the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material.
- Inspected welds for quality, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Inspected completed work for conformance to specifications using various instruments.
- Maintained welding equipment for optimal performance and reliability.
- Adhered to safety protocols while operating heavy machinery and tools.
- Constructed templates and jigs for fabrication according to blueprints.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Utilized oxyacetylene torches for preheating metals prior to welding or bending them into desired shapes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Warren High School
Warren,txSkills
- Crew management
- Team management
- Project management
- Crisis management
- Safety management
- Emergency procedures
- Vessel command
- Handling Cargo
- Towing barges
- Inspect equipment
- Equipment maintenance
- Vessel maintenance
- Engine repair
- Engine and winch maintenance
- Rigging management
- Fabricating and welding
- Stick welding
- Radio operations
- Sanitation practices
- Cleaning vessels
- Teamwork
- Communication skills
- Engine and winch maintenance
- Basic computer iPad/table experience
- Technical troubleshooting/inspection
- Operator experience
- Certified forklift operator
- Boilermaker experience
- Pneumatics experience
Timeline
Supervisor
Alliance Industrial Group
03.2024 - Current
Bolt up and pipefitter
Echo Maintenance
12.2023 - 03.2024
Mate
Western Rivers Boat Management
01.2021 - 12.2023
Diesel Mechanic
Tejas Equipment
01.2020 - 12.2021
Trash Pickup
Pineywoods sanitation
06.2019 - 01.2020
Railroad Welder
TGS
01.2018 - 06.2019
High School Diploma -
Warren High School