JOSEPH McCOLLUM
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
OBJECTIVE: Seeking a challenging and rewarding position where my training and experience will benefit your company.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:
Current Merchant Marine Certification - AB-SPEC, Wiper, SD (FH)
Safe Gulf Training (2007 – Grand Isle Shipyard, Galliano, LA)
Certification for Water Survival/HUET (2008- Grand Isle Shipyard, Galliano, LA)
Certified Qualified Rigger (2008 – SHELL approved – Energy Cranes, Galliano, LA)
Current TWIC Card (expires 02/2012)
Current U.S. Passport
STCW95 Endorsement with proficiency in use of survival craft (Lifeboatsman)
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:
Performed routine scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on ship to include grinding chipped paint and repainting
Participated in drills (safety, fire, man overboard, security & abandon ship drills)
Participated in onboard training at Captain’s discretion
Handled sanitation such as the laundry and cleaning of ship’s interior
Periodically trained new crew members
Loaded and unloaded cargo for oil rigs
Handled lines to moor vessels to wharfs, to tie up vessels to other vessels, or to rig towing lines
Performed navigational watch duties to include looking for obstructions
Stood gangway watch to prevent unauthorized persons from boarding ships while in port
Completed maintenance checks on lifeboats and lifeboat gear, using checklists
Operated, maintained, and repaired ship equipment such as winches, cranes, and derricks
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:
08/2006 – 10/2008 Merchant Marine
Edison Chouest Offshore Galliano, LA
01/2005 – 04/2006 Deckhand
Escapade Casino Boat Fernandina Beach, FL
11/2004 – 05/2005 Technician
Haddock Pest Control Fernandina Beach, FL
09/2004 – 11/2004 Sales Associate
Petland Yulee, FL