Joshua Sellers
New Orleans
Summary
Dynamic Boat Captain with extensive experience at American Commercial Barge Lines, excelling in navigation and crew management. Proven track record in emergency response planning and equipment maintenance, ensuring safety and compliance. Recognized for enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction through effective training and problem resolution. Skilled in docking procedures and fleet work.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Boat Captain
american commercial barge lines
convent
03.2021 - Current
- Navigated vessels through challenging waters, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.
- Managed crew of three to six personnel, promoting efficiency in operations.
- Conducted inspections and performed maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Trained new crew members on safety protocols and operational procedures effectively.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving issues with knowledgeable service.
- Coordinated with port authorities to facilitate smooth docking and loading processes.
- Developed emergency response plans for various scenarios to enhance safety preparedness.
- Maintained accurate records of fuel consumption, repairs, and compliance documentation.
- Done various acts, such as headlining. fleeting. Building two. And docking barges.
mate
american commercial barge lines
harahan
03.2014 - Current
- Assisted in navigation and communication with crew members during operations.
- Maintained equipment and ensured all safety protocols were followed on board.
- Supported the captain in executing operational plans and routes effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to resolve on-the-job challenges quickly.
- Conducted regular inspections of vessel systems and reported any issues promptly.
- Trained new crew members on safety practices and operational procedures clearly.
- Responded promptly to orders from senior officers in order to maintain efficient operations.
- Participated in man overboard drills and rescue operations during emergencies at sea.
- Supervised the operation of deck equipment including winches, cranes, derricks and gangways.
- Assisted in loading and unloading of cargo from ships or dockside facilities.
- Ensured proper stowage of cargo aboard the vessel according to safety regulations.
- Conducted regular inspections of the vessel's engine room and machinery spaces.
- Performed daily maintenance on vessel systems including engines, electrical systems, pumps and valves.
Education
High School Diploma -
Homeschooled
Waggamen LA03-2013
Skills
- Navigation techniques
- Safety regulations compliance
- Emergency response planning
- Equipment maintenance
- Docking procedures
- Crew management
- headlining
- fleet work
- tow building
- light boat navigating
- tow navigating
Certification
- master of towing vessel upon western rivers
- mate(pilot) of towing vessel un great lakes and inland waters
- first aid
- CPR
Timeline
Boat Captain
american commercial barge lines
03.2021 - Current
mate
american commercial barge lines
03.2014 - Current
High School Diploma -
Homeschooled
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