Chief Engineer Unlimited HP

• Jun 2016 - Present

First assistant Engineer

• Mar 2022 - Aug 2022

Contracted Mariner in charge of the ships propulsion and DP systems. Contracted Mariner in charge of the ships propulsion and DP systems.

First Assistant Engineer

• Nov 2021 - Jan 2022

First assistant engineer in the good ship RV Sally Ride (AGOR-28) a dynamic positioning (DP) vessel supporting scientific operations/research of the worlds oceans working with scientists to make a positive impact on the planet for future generations of mankind. First assistant engineer in the good ship RV Sally Ride (AGOR-28) a dynamic positioning (DP) vessel supporting scientific operations/research of the worlds oceans working with scientists to make a positive impact on the planet for future generations of mankind.

First Engineer

• May 2016 - Aug 2021

Operates the propulsion plant for the Expeditionary Fast Transport (T-EPF) Vessels. I supervise the day to day operation of personnel in maintenance and operation of the engineering plant machinery. Make sound recommendations to the Chief Engineer on viable solutions to keep plant running efficiently.

First Engineer USNS Millinocket (T-EPF-3)

• Jun 2019 - Nov 2019

Supporting the 7th fleet AOR

Second Assistant Engineer USNS Choctaw County (T-EPF-2)

• Jan 2019 - May 2019

US Naval ship located in 5th fleet (Bahrain). In charge of the ships propulsion plant and electric generation systems. Responsible for the safe bunkering of fuel (DFM And JP5).

Second Assistant Engineer USNS Brunswick (T-EPF-6).

• Feb 2018 - Sep 2018

Marine engineer Officer in a joint high speed vessel. Vessel is modeled after a high speed ferry. Uses 4 MTU 8000M71 Series high speed Diesel engines and jet drive propulsion impellers. Responsible for all fuel transfers/ bunkering operations. Helo fuels Officer.

2nd Assistant Engineer USS Frank Cable (AS-40) Cargo Engineer Officer.

• Mar 2017 - Jan 2018

Cargo engineer Officer in the USS Frank Cable located in Guam. Currently in a major shipyard availability at Vigor shipyard in Portland. Responsible for the ships 8 elevators, 4 package conveyors, 3 anchor windlasses, steering system, two 5 ton cranes, and one 30 ton crane. Supervise personnel in the performance of maintenance and voyage repairs.

2nd Assistant Engineer USS Ponce (AFSB 15) (I) Boiler Officer

• Aug 2016 - Dec 2016

The USS Ponce is a unique platform and is an afloat forward staging base (interim qualified). I am in charge of ensuring the ships propulsion boilers are operating properly at all times. The day to day responsibilities are enormous including the testing and treatment of boiler water chemistry, fuel oil transfer, replenishment of fuel at sea, and personnel management. This is a challenging yet rewarding assignment due to the age of the vessel, operating environment weather (heat in the middle east), lack of qualified steam operators, and the lack of repair parts. Show less

Joint high speed vessel (T-EPF )Student 2nd Engineer

• Jul 2016 - Aug 2016

Engineer student in the T-EPF type rating program. Learned how to safely operate the High Speed Vessel in accordance with international HSC 2000 regulations. Vessel is used in a wide array of applications. License issued by the USCG and is valid for 2 years.

Propulsion plant assessor and surveyor.

• Aug 2014 - Apr 2016

Provides engineering assessments and final certifications of the material condition and operations of ten PC ships. Coordinates with PEs, Senior Management, INSURV and afloat training groups and other unit level proficiency providers to ensure that the ships crew is capable of safely and effectively operating propulsion and auxiliary machinery in accordance with strict naval policy.

Chief Engineman ENC

• Mar 1996 - Apr 2016

Retired with an Honorable Discharge and learned allot along the way.

Instructor/ Master Training Specialist

• Mar 2010 - Jul 2014

Master Training Specialist. LCAC Engineer Instructor(NEC 9502), Course supervisorResponsible for teaching the safe operation of gas turbine main engines, gas turbine generators and associated engineering equipment. Served as a manager for the urinalysis program for 142 personnel ensuring a drug free worksite.

Auxillaries Division Leading Chief in USS Iwo Jima (LHD-7)

• Mar 2008 - Mar 2010

Manager of 28 personnel in the daily maintenance, operation, and voyage repair of shipboard hotel services and propulsion steam plant components. Managed two semi annual emergency diesel generator inspections involving the inspection of valve lash, crankshaft thrust deflection, over speed trip set points, low lube oil pressure shutdown set points, cylinder compression, and firing pressures. Managed the repairs and maintenance of six 300 ton centrifugal air conditioning plants, two ships stores refrigeration systems and numerous hotel services throughout the ship. Qualified to stand watch as Propulsion Boiler Console Operator on a modified V2M "D" type 600 psi boiler in the main engine room. Show less

LCAC Engineer at Assault Craft Unit 4

• Aug 2002 - Jan 2008

Operates the $22million Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) vehicle engineering plant (propulsion, lift, and control systems)in amphibious assault and training operations. Performs system diagnostics, troubleshooting, and limited engineering systems repair during operations. Operates the LCAC when the Craftmaster is incapacitated. Highlights include Delievering USMC rolling stock and weapons with Amphibious Task Force East from the USS Kearsarge during the opening day of Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) March 2003 and conducted operations during Joint task force Katrina August 2005. Show less

Diesel Engine Technician in USS Shrike (MHC-62)

• Aug 2000 - Feb 2002

Managed the main engine room in a 145 foot Coastal Mine Hunter Class warship. Performed routine watch rotations consisting of purifying and transferring fuel, oil wipers, and checking engine gages. Performed a major overhaul of an 800 horsepower Isotta Franschini. Managed the inspection and disassembly of all five engines onboard the ship consisting of measuring engine thrusts, fuel metering and timing, low lube oil pressure shutdown, and over speed trip set points. Qualified as engineering officer of the watch and electrical plant operator. Show less

Maintenance/Watchstander in USS Whidbey Island (LSD-41)

• Jun 1996 - Jul 2000

Started, stopped, preformed maintenance, and operated four Main Propulsion Diesel engines made by Colt Industries PC2.5V 16 cylinder. Two shafts, combined SHP 33,000.

Refrigeration Engineer

• Mar 2002 - Apr 2014

Refrigeration engineering technician (part time/ freelance) Refrigeration engineering technician (part time/ freelance)