STEVEN THOMAS
AIEA,HI
Summary
Operations | Safety | Equipment | Government & Union Environments Accomplished supervisor with 15+ years of experience in high-demand operations at Pearl Harbor, specializing in ship provisioning, equipment operations, and government contract management. Proven leader adept at directing teams, coordinating daily workflows, maintaining equipment, and upholding rigorous safety and compliance standards. Highly skilled in scheduling, recordkeeping, and optimizing team morale while consistently meeting performance and contract objectives. Flexible and dependable, available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
ASSISTANT MANAGER, GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS
Versability Resources Inc.
01.2013 - 02.2025
- Managed daily operations for a federal contract site, ensuring all support, equipment, and staffing needs were met to fulfill Statement of Work requirements for Hawaii.
- Implemented and sustained a safety program exceeding OSHA requirements, reinforcing safe practices for field and warehouse operations.
- Oversaw contract compliance, including data reporting, documentation, and adherence to performance requirements; contributed to improving support rate to 96%.
- Coordinated with agencies and departments to schedule services, resolve operational issues, and minimize disruptions to ongoing activities.
- Supported security processes (CAC, DBIDS, etc.) and maintained site access control in a high-security environment.
- Provided guidance to Supervisors and Team Leads on workload prioritization, staff direction, and performance expectations.
- Ensured AbilityOne requirements were met, maintaining an 80% direct-labor ratio in Hawaii, comparable to union or structured labor environments.
SUPERVISOR, HAWAII SHIP PROVISIONING CONTRACT
MANCON, Inc.
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Supervised all on-pier field operations for the Hawaii Ship Provisioning Contract, managing crews, equipment, and daily assignments.
- Developed templates and processes to handle real-time changes during loading operations, improving efficiency and reducing delays.
- Ensured all Material Handling Equipment (MHE) was maintained, cleaned, and ready for daily use.
- Completed written reports and maintained detailed records using Microsoft Excel, supporting traceability and accountability.
- Created spreadsheets and tools to enhance recordkeeping and reporting as requirements evolved.
LABORER, EQUIPMENT OPERATOR, PART-TIME SUPERVISOR, FULL-TIME SUPERVISOR
Goodwill Contract Services Hawaii
01.2006 - 01.2012
- Handled receiving, loading, unloading, and storage of provisions for U.S. Navy vessels, operating various types of Material Handling Equipment.
- Earned company certification to safely and efficiently operate all relevant equipment, ensuring reliable operation.
- Promoted to Part-Time Supervisor and subsequently Full-Time Supervisor, taking responsibility for all on-pier field operations and staff supervision.
- Assisted in developing user-friendly recordkeeping spreadsheets, improving accuracy, usability, and data visibility for management.
- Consistently maintained high productivity while meeting tight deadlines and mission-critical timelines.
- Ensured strict adherence to company and command safety requirements at all times.
- Earned four merit pay increases based on consistent, high-quality work performance.
- Updated and distributed daily schedules to all designated recipients, coordinating manpower, equipment, and tasks across shifts.
Education
Associate of Science - Hawaiian Studies
Leeward Community College
Pearl City, HILiberal Studies
Windward Community College
Kaneohe, HI01.2006
Liberal Studies
Leeward Community College
Pearl City, HI01.1991
High School Diploma - undefined
Mililani High School
Mililani, HI01.1988
Skills
- Maintenance & Operations Supervision
- Equipment Inspections & Upkeep
- Preventive Maintenance Coordination
- OSHA & Safety Compliance
- Work Orders, Logs & Reporting
- Scheduling & Shift Coordination
- Training & Team Development
- Customer & Stakeholder Communication
- Inventory & Supply Management
- Problem Solving & Troubleshooting
- Union / AbilityOne Environment Experience
- Attention to Detail & Documentation
Timeline
ASSISTANT MANAGER, GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS
Versability Resources Inc.
01.2013 - 02.2025
SUPERVISOR, HAWAII SHIP PROVISIONING CONTRACT
MANCON, Inc.
01.2012 - 01.2013
LABORER, EQUIPMENT OPERATOR, PART-TIME SUPERVISOR, FULL-TIME SUPERVISOR
Goodwill Contract Services Hawaii
01.2006 - 01.2012
Liberal Studies
Windward Community College
Liberal Studies
Leeward Community College
High School Diploma - undefined
Mililani High School
Associate of Science - Hawaiian Studies
Leeward Community College
ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
University of Virginia, Darden School of Business (coursework)