Payton Dugas
Summary
Accomplished Tankerman at Pilot Thomas Logistics, adept in enhancing safety and compliance, alongside a proven track record in maintenance and repair management from Westarmarineservices to Aqua Quest International. Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving abilities and crew leadership, ensuring operational excellence and cost efficiency. Skilled in hazardous materials handling and emergency response planning, fostering a secure and efficient work environment.
Professional maritime operator with robust experience in cargo transfer and vessel maintenance. Strong focus on teamwork and achieving operational excellence. Known for reliability, adaptability, and effective communication. Skills include safety protocols, equipment handling, and regulatory compliance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
TANKERMAN
Pilot Thomas Logistics
04.2024 - Current
- Enhanced safety standards by conducting thorough inspections and maintenance of tank equipment.
- Ensured compliance with environmental regulations by properly disposing waste materials and preventing spills.
- Upheld quality control standards by sampling cargoes during transfer operations for proper analysis and reporting purposes.
- Supported cost-saving initiatives by identifying opportunities for operational improvements or equipment upgrades.
- Maintained accurate records of cargo transfers, contributing to smooth administrative processes.
Deck Engineer
Westarmarineservices
12.2020 - 04.2024
- Assisted in emergency response efforts as necessary, providing vital support during incidents such as fires or medical emergencies on board vessels.
- Improved vessel performance by conducting regular inspections and maintenance of deck machinery.
- Facilitated smooth sailing operations by ensuring that all required deck supplies were readily available when needed.
- Mitigated risks associated with cargo handling through proper stowage planning, securing techniques, and weight distribution checks.
- Handled lines during mooring operations efficiently, securing the vessel safely at designated locations.
Commercial Diver, Engineer
Aqua Quest International
08.2016 - 02.2020
- Maintained and checked diving equipment for functionality and safety.
- Used diver helpers, diving suits and other scuba gear properly and safely to aid in successful diving operations.
- Supervised and trained other divers in performance of essential functions and duties of position.
- Recovered objects beneath silt and water, connecting hooks and elevating with cranes, winches or derricks.
- Salvaged and removed sunken ships and cargo with pneumatic power velocity, explosive charges and hydraulic tools.
- Inspected underwater pipelines, pilings, buoy systems and plant intakes with CCTV, digital photography and testing equipment.
Marine Corps
US Marines Corps
05.2009 - 08.2014
- 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.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sulphur High School
Sulphur, LA05-2009
Skills
- Shipboard safety procedures
- Ballast water management
- Personal protective equipment
- Confined space entry
- Hazardous materials handling
- Emergency response planning
- Loading and unloading procedures
- Pump room operations
- Oil transfer operations
- Maintenance and repair management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Crew leadership
Certification
- Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) - United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center.
- Tankerman PIC (Barge) DL Endorsement - United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center.
- Able Seaman-Special
- Master 100Ton Near Coastal
- Assistance Towing
- Radar Observer
- Lifeboatman-Limited
- Tankerman Assistant
- Wiper
- Steward's Department
Timeline
TANKERMAN
Pilot Thomas Logistics
04.2024 - Current
Deck Engineer
Westarmarineservices
12.2020 - 04.2024
Commercial Diver, Engineer
Aqua Quest International
08.2016 - 02.2020
Marine Corps
US Marines Corps
05.2009 - 08.2014
High School Diploma -
Sulphur High School
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