John C. Edwards
Centre, AL 35960
Phone: 256-***-****
Home:256-***-****
***********@*****.***
Objective
Having SAFETY as my number one priority, I have had Government, IMO and USCG training courses through out my merchant career. I can provide a safety oriented, state of great efficient work ethic, to your company team.I am currently looking for a very stable and well maintained company, that will provide a position with more responsibilities, for the longevity of my Life's Goals.I thrive on bringing great work pride, so I can provide care to my family.
Ability Summary
I have 6 years experience deep sea and gulf as a Crane Operator on Hydraulic 100+ tonnage cranes. 1 year as a Bosun deep sea overseeing 3 AB's and 2 OS's, maintaining all of vessels deck, with following through with safe various operations.
1 year as a 200 GT Near Coastal Mate, overseeing engine room and deck ops. I was running as an AB/Helsman, Nav. Watch, Tankerman, Crane Op., for a deep sea union- SIU for 6 Years, prior to working in the Gulf. This was all unlimited tonnage time.
Employment History
Production/Warehouse Manager
02/2016-Current
Krispy Kreme Corp. 1602 Turner McCall Blvd, Rome,GA. 30161
Maintain a well organized and thoroughly cleaned warehouse area, for company products. Oversee and run the production team and products being produced. I provided mechanics for all machinery and regular maintenance. Help lead and train all employees to work in a more efficient and safe environment.
Crane Op/AB
02/2015 - 08/2015 AMC Liftboats Inc. 1114 South Bayou Drive, Golden Meadow, LA
Help maintain all working components of vessel. Maintain all rigger equipment and cranes. Help maintain all engine equipment. Crane operator during various operations. Run vessel to and from job site. Stand vessel watch and engine room checks. Help to maintain engine logs for all working equipment, maintenance and safety for vessel.
Following through with making sure our quest onboard are knowledgeable with our safety policies and procedures in case of emergency. Our vessel accommodated up to 25-30 quest onboard.
Able Bodied Seaman (AB Seaman)
10/2014 - 12/2014 Sea Support Ventures,LLC 14637 East Main, Cut Off, LA
Work as an Able Bodied Seaman, maintaining the vessel in a safe manor.
Crane Operator
10/2013 - 06/2014 Laredo Offshore Services Inc 110 Horseshoe Road, Belle Chasse, LA
Main crane operator for majority of lift operations. Help maintain the vessel for running. Train ordinary seamen.
Education and Training
Completion Date Issuing Institution Location Qualification Course of Study
04/12/2009 Harry Lundbergs School of Seamanship Piney Point, MD Vocational School Certificate Deck Dept.
I attended this schooling program, to become an Able Bodied Seaman for deep sea contracted jobs. During this year and half program, I studied many various forms and certification studies for commercial and government vessels. Gaining various skills and knowledge during this time, has been driven me to be where I am today.
11/21/2008 Maryland State of Education Baltimore, MD High School Diploma General High School Curriculum
During my studies at the Academy, the Union and U.S. Government, provided me with a chance to finish my full High school diploma.
Occupational Licenses & Certificates
Certification Title Issuing Organization Completion Date Expiration Date
FCC Radio License FCC 06/2015
100 GT Master Near Coastal USCG 06/2015 08/2020
200 GT Mate Near Coastal USCG 05/2015 08/2020
Class A Rigger Southern Hydraulics 02/2014 02/2018
Offshore Water Survival HUET Falck Alford Houma 02/2014
Unlimited Hydr. Crane Operator-Stage 3 Southern Hydraulics 02/2014 02/2018
Fast Rescue Boat Paul Hall Maritime Center 05/2012
Tankerman- PIC Dangerous Liquids MITAGS 08/2011
LSE- Landing Signalman Enlisted Atlantic Fleet Helicopter Operation School 08/2010
AB-RFPNW USCG 09/2009 08/2020
Honors & Activities
I have been presented one of the very few medals for a merchant mariner's service. The medal of Antarctica Service. This was presented to me, by the Secretary of Defense= Colonel Gary M. James, USAF Commander. I was an AB- Crane operator, to help deliver several million pounds of cargo, along with navy tugs and causeways, to McMurdo Station in 2012.
Detailed References
Ryan Charmie, Personnel Department
AMC Liftboats Inc.
1114 South Bayou Drive
Golden Meadow, LA 70357
Business reference known for 1 year(s).
Teresa Milner, AGM
Krispy Kreme Corp.
1602 Turner McCall Blvd.
Rome,GA. 30161
Business reference known for 1 year(s