Marine diesel mechanic with 9 years maintaining and overhauling propulsion and auxiliary engines on tugs, offshore supply vessels, and commercial fishing fleets. Certified on Caterpillar 3500 and Cummins QSK platforms; known for cutting unplanned downtime through disciplined PM schedules, fast fault isolation, and clean documentation for USCG inspections.
Employment History
Lead Marine Diesel Mechanic
Gulfline Towing and Barge Co.
Mar, 2021
Led a 4-person shop maintaining 14 harbor and line-haul tugs (CAT 3512/3516). Cut unplanned engine downtime 31% with a rebuilt PM program in the CMMS. Performed 22 top-end and 6 in-frame overhauls with zero warranty comebacks. Diagnosed electronic fuel and ECM faults with CAT ET. Prepped vessels for USCG Subchapter M inspections with zero major findings. Trained 3 apprentices to journeyman level.
Diesel Mechanic Apprentice
Coastal Fleet Marine Repair · Bayou La Batre, AL
Aug, 2015 · May, 2017
Serviced Detroit Diesel and John Deere engines on shrimp and fishing boats. Performed oil analysis, cooling system flushes, and alignment checks.