THERON A CALDWELL JR.
Columbus
Summary
Dedicated contributor eager to acquire new skills and drive collective success
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Advanved Anhydrous Ammonia Engineer
Kirby Inland Marine
10.2015 - Current
- Supervised loading and discharging of barges, ensuring operational efficiency and safety.
- Operated and maintained refrigeration systems on each barge, prioritizing system reliability.
- Trained new and inexperienced trainees in diagnostics and maintenance of refrigeration systems.
Sales Associate/Deck Hand/Maintenance
Columbus Marina
Columbus
12.2013 - 10.2015
- Assisted customers in selecting and purchasing boating equipment and accessories.
- Maintained inventory accuracy through regular stock checks and organization.
- Diagnosed and repaired various marine engine issues effectively.
- Conducted routine maintenance on boats and marine equipment regularly.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues with engine components including fuel pumps, water pumps and carburetors.
Bosun/2nd Engineer
Freedom Sea LLC
10.2012 - 10.2013
- Supervised deck operations ensuring safety and compliance with maritime regulations.
- Coordinated crew activities during docking and undocking procedures for efficiency.
- Maintained and repaired deck equipment, enhancing operational readiness of vessels.
- Conducted safety drills, promoting awareness and preparedness among crew members.
- Managed inventory of supplies, ensuring availability for daily operations and maintenance.
- Inspected equipment and completed basic repairs to maintain safety and efficiency of each trip.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering
University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL01-2012
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
East Mississippi Community College
01-2009
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering
The University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Lafayette, LA01-2007
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
East Mississippi Community College
08-2006
High School -
South Walton High School
Santa Rosa Beach, FL06-2006
Skills
- Equipment maintenance and inspection
- Refrigeration systems management
- Diagnostics and troubleshooting
- Safety compliance and environmental standards
- Operational efficiency strategies
- Customer service excellence
- Barge operations management
- Mechanical repair skills
- Inventory control
- Problem-solving techniques
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication skills
- Crew leadership and training
- Emergency preparedness planning
- Mooring and anchoring operations
- Loading and unloading procedures expertise
- Personal protective equipment knowledge
- Chemical tanker operations proficiency
- Incident reporting processes
- Hazardous materials handling expertise
- Gas-freeing procedures knowledge
- Confined space entry protocols
- First aid and CPR certification
- Emergency response planning skills
- Onboard security measures
Certification
- TWIC
- MMC
- Basic Oil and Chemical Tanker Cargo Operation
- Basic Liquefied Gas Tanker Cargo Operation
- Basic Training Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties
- Security Awareness
- Ordinary Seaman
- Wiper
- Stewards Dept (FH)
- Tanker man – PIC (Restricted to Fuel Transfers of Dangerous Liquid (DL) Cargoes on Towing Vessels)
- Tanker man – PIC (Barge) (Limited to Dangerous Liquid (DL) and Liquefied Gas (LG) Cargoes)
- Advanced Practical Fire Fighting Refresher Course
- MTU – Series 400-01 Customer/mechanic CM2/M Course Number 2012F040
- STCW – Personal Survival Techniques Course, Personal Safety & Social Responsibility, First Aid & CPR MARTPT, Basic Fire Fighting
Timeline
Advanved Anhydrous Ammonia Engineer
Kirby Inland Marine
10.2015 - Current
Sales Associate/Deck Hand/Maintenance
Columbus Marina
12.2013 - 10.2015
Bosun/2nd Engineer
Freedom Sea LLC
10.2012 - 10.2013
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering
University of Alabama
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
East Mississippi Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering
The University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
East Mississippi Community College
High School -
South Walton High School