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Chief Engineer Resume
Name: Brian Dale Garrett	Current Title: Chief Engineer			Length of Time: 84 months

Proposed Job Title: Chief Engineer			Level of participation: 100 Percent

Requirements			Qualifications
Minimum Chief Engineer USCG unlimited license, a combination of education and experience that provide equivalent level of knowledge of ship operations and maintenance management			Licensed Chief Engineer (Unlimited) with more than 37 years experience. 1st Assistant Engineer with experience since 2007, 2nd Engineer experience since 2003, Limited Chief Engineer experience since 1990. Miltary Experience of 10.5 years: US Navy, PO2 Machinery Repairman onboard USS Vulcan (AR-5) and USS Jack Williams (FFG-24). US Army CWO2, Chief Marine Engineering Warrant Officer, 97th Transportation Unit and 558th Maintenance Company.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:		Chief Engineer will be responsible to ensure the vessels are operated and maintained in accordance with regulatory requirements, company standards and customer expectations. Involves travel to multiple locations and extended stays away from homeport. Implements standard procedures and guidelines for the operation of a safe and environmentally sound vessel. Ensures all vessel personnel comply with regulatory training requirements. Assists in the development of and adherence to operational budgets. Investigates vessel damage, product spills, and personal injuries. Ensures all appropriate authorized personnel are notified and proper documentation is completed accurately. Supervises licensed and unlicensed personnel and crew management development. Inspects vessels to ensure seaworthy condition and arranges for maintenance and repair activities to correct any deficiencies. Provides technical expertise for specialized jobs in the field. Direct supervision of union and non-union vessel personnel.
Employment history:
MM&P Union/ Grand River Navigation Chief Engineer: April 2014 to Present		Chief Engineer will be responsible to ensure the vessels are operated and maintained in accordance with regulatory requirements, company standards and customer expectations. Involves travel to multiple locations and extended stays away from homeport. Implements standard procedures and guidelines for the operation of a safe and environmentally sound vessel. Ensures all vessel personnel comply with regulatory training requirements. Assists in the development of and adherence to operational budgets. Investigates vessel damage, product spills, and personal injuries. Ensures all appropriate authorized personnel are notified and proper documentation is completed accurately. Supervises licensed and unlicensed personnel and crew management development. Inspects vessels to ensure seaworthy condition and arranges for maintenance and repair activities to correct any deficiencies. Provides technical expertise for specialized jobs in the field. Direct supervision of union and non-union vessel personnel.
American Maritime Officers/Maersk Line Limited 1st Assistant Engineer January 2014 to March 2014 USNS Mary Sears		Responsibilities: Under the direction of the Chief Engineer, Maintenance and repair of all vessel engineering systems including but not limited to, electrical, plumbing, diesel engines, electric motors, pumps, piping, hydraulic systems; control of spare parts inventories and consumable items onboard vessel; perform supervisory duties related to training individuals, submitting reports requisitions and related correspondence, supervision of vendors and contractors performing work onboard vessel
American Marirtime Officers/American Overseas Marine 3rd Assistant Engineer Decemeber 2013 to January 2014 USNS Bob Hope		Responsibilities: Under the direction of the 1st Engineer, Maintenance and repair of all vessel engineering systems including but not limited to, electrical, plumbing, diesel engines, electric motors, pumps, piping, hydraulic systems; control of spare parts inventories and consumable items onboard vessel; submitting reports requisitions and related correspondence, onboard vessel
Oceaneering International Chief Engineer Engineer May 2013 to November 2013 M/V Intervention		Chief Engineer will be responsible to ensure the vessels are operated and maintained in accordance with regulatory requirements, company standards and customer expectations. Involves travel to multiple locations and extended stays away from homeport. Implements standard procedures and guidelines for the operation of a safe and environmentally sound vessel. Ensures all vessel personnel comply with regulatory training requirements. Assists in the development of and adherence to operational budgets. Investigates vessel damage, product spills, and personal injuries. Ensures all appropriate authorized personnel are notified and proper documentation is completed accurately. Supervises licensed and unlicensed personnel and crew management development. Inspects vessels to ensure seaworthy condition and arranges for maintenance and repair activities to correct any deficiencies. Provides technical expertise for specialized jobs in the field.
American Maritime Officers/Maersk Line Limited 2nd Assistant Engineer Feb 2013 to May 2013 M/V Arkansas		Responsibilities: Under the direction of the First Assistant Engineer, Maintenance and repair of all vessel engineering systems including but not limited to, electrical, plumbing, diesel engines, electric motors, pumps, piping, hydraulic systems; control of spare parts inventories and consumable items onboard vessel; submitting reports requisitions and related correspondence
American Maritime Officers/Maersk Line Limited 1st Assistant Engineer Novenber 2012 to Febuary 2013 USNS Impeccable		Responsibilities: Under the direction of the Chief Engineer, Maintenance and repair of all vessel engineering systems including but not limited to, electrical, plumbing, diesel engines, electric motors, pumps, piping, hydraulic systems; control of spare parts inventories and consumable items onboard vessel; perform supervisory duties related to training individuals, submitting reports requisitions and related correspondence, supervision of vendors and contractors performing work onboard vessel
Foss Atlantic Inc 2nd Assistant Engineer September 2012 to October 2012 M/V Delta Mariner		Responsibilities: Under the direction of the First Assistant Engineer, Maintenance and repair of all vessel engineering systems including but not limited to, electrical, plumbing, diesel engines, electric motors, pumps, piping, hydraulic systems
American Maritime Officers/Crowley Technical Mgmt 2nd Assistant Engineer August 2012 to September 2012 M/V Ocean Atlas		Responsibilities: Under the direction of the First Assistant Engineer, Maintenance and repair of all vessel engineering systems including but not limited to, electrical, plumbing, diesel engines, electric motors, pumps, piping, hydraulic systems
American Maritime Officers/Maersk Line Limited 1st Assistant Engineer Febuary 2012 to August 2012 USNS Invincble		Responsibilities: Under the direction of the Chief Engineer, Maintenance and repair of all vessel engineering systems including but not limited to, electrical, plumbing, diesel engines, electric motors, pumps, piping, hydraulic systems; control of spare parts inventories and consumable items onboard vessel; perform supervisory duties related to training individuals, submitting reports requisitions and related correspondence, supervision of vendors and contractors performing work onboard vessel
MM&P Union/Grand River Navigation Chief Engineer October 2010 to Febuary 2012		Chief Engineer will be responsible to ensure the vessels are operated and maintained in accordance with regulatory requirements, company standards and customer expectations. Involves travel to multiple locations and extended stays away from homeport. Implements standard procedures and guidelines for the operation of a safe and environmentally sound vessel. Ensures all vessel personnel comply with regulatory training requirements. Assists in the development of and adherence to operational budgets. Investigates vessel damage, product spills, and personal injuries. Ensures all appropriate authorized personnel are notified and proper documentation is completed accurately. Supervises licensed and unlicensed personnel and crew management development. Inspects vessels to ensure seaworthy condition and arranges for maintenance and repair activities to correct any deficiencies. Provides technical expertise for specialized jobs in the field.
American Maritime Officers/Maersk Line Limited Chief Engineer September 2010 to October 2010 USNS Effective		Chief Engineer will be responsible to ensure the vessels are operated and maintained in accordance with regulatory requirements, company standards and customer expectations. Involves travel to multiple locations and extended stays away from homeport. Implements standard procedures and guidelines for the operation of a safe and environmentally sound vessel. Ensures all vessel personnel comply with regulatory training requirements. Assists in the development of and adherence to operational budgets. Investigates vessel damage, product spills, and personal injuries. Ensures all appropriate authorized personnel are notified and proper documentation is completed accurately. Supervises licensed and unlicensed personnel and crew management development. Inspects vessels to ensure seaworthy condition and arranges for maintenance and repair activities to correct any deficiencies. Provides technical expertise for specialized jobs in the field.
American Maritime Officers/Maersk Line Limited 1st Assistant Engineer August 2010 to September 2010 USNS Effective		Responsibilities: Under the direction of the Chief Engineer, Maintenance and repair of all vessel engineering systems including but not limited to, electrical, plumbing, diesel engines, electric motors, pumps, piping, hydraulic systems; control of spare parts inventories and consumable items onboard vessel; perform supervisory duties related to training individuals, submitting reports requisitions and related correspondence, supervision of vendors and contractors performing work onboard vessel
MM&P Union/Grand River Navigation Chief and 1st Engineer March 2008 to August 2010		Chief Engineer will be responsible to ensure the vessels are operated and maintained in accordance with regulatory requirements, company standards and customer expectations. Involves travel to multiple locations and extended stays away from homeport. Implements standard procedures and guidelines for the operation of a safe and environmentally sound vessel. Ensures all vessel personnel comply with regulatory training requirements. Assists in the development of and adherence to operational budgets. Investigates vessel damage, product spills, and personal injuries. Ensures all appropriate authorized personnel are notified and proper documentation is completed accurately. Supervises licensed and unlicensed personnel and crew management development. Inspects vessels to ensure seaworthy condition and arranges for maintenance and repair activities to correct any deficiencies. Provides technical expertise for specialized jobs in the field.
SPT Offshore Chief Engineer December 2007 to March 2008 M/V Defender		Chief Engineer will be responsible to ensure the vessels are operated and maintained in accordance with regulatory requirements, company standards and customer expectations. Involves travel to multiple locations and extended stays away from homeport. Implements standard procedures and guidelines for the operation of a safe and environmentally sound vessel. Ensures all vessel personnel comply with regulatory training requirements. Assists in the development of and adherence to operational budgets. Investigates vessel damage, product spills, and personal injuries. Ensures all appropriate authorized personnel are notified and proper documentation is completed accurately. Supervises licensed and unlicensed personnel and crew management development. Inspects vessels to ensure seaworthy condition and arranges for maintenance and repair activities to correct any deficiencies. Provides technical expertise for specialized jobs in the field.
Wisconsin Michigan Steamship Company 1st Assistant Engineer August 2007 to December 2007 M/V Wolverine		Responsibilities: Under the direction of the Chief Engineer, Maintenance and repair of all vessel engineering systems including but not limited to, electrical, plumbing, diesel engines, electric motors, pumps, piping, hydraulic systems; control of spare parts inventories and consumable items onboard vessel; perform supervisory duties related to training individuals, submitting reports requisitions and related correspondence, supervision of vendors and contractors performing work onboard vessel
Young Brothers Towing Chief Engineer June 2007 to August 2007		Chief Engineer will be responsible to ensure the vessels are operated and maintained in accordance with regulatory requirements, company standards and customer expectations. Involves travel to multiple locations and extended stays away from homeport. Implements standard procedures and guidelines for the operation of a safe and environmentally sound vessel. Ensures all vessel personnel comply with regulatory training requirements. Assists in the development of and adherence to operational budgets. Investigates vessel damage, product spills, and personal injuries. Ensures all appropriate authorized personnel are notified and proper documentation is completed accurately. Supervises licensed and unlicensed personnel and crew management development. Inspects vessels to ensure seaworthy condition and arranges for maintenance and repair activities to correct any deficiencies. Provides technical expertise for specialized jobs in the field.
Epic Marine Chief Engineer January 2007 to June 2007 M/V Epic Diver		Chief Engineer will be responsible to ensure the vessels are operated and maintained in accordance with regulatory requirements, company standards and customer expectations. Involves travel to multiple locations and extended stays away from homeport. Implements standard procedures and guidelines for the operation of a safe and environmentally sound vessel. Ensures all vessel personnel comply with regulatory training requirements. Assists in the development of and adherence to operational budgets. Investigates vessel damage, product spills, and personal injuries. Ensures all appropriate authorized personnel are notified and proper documentation is completed accurately. Supervises licensed and unlicensed personnel and crew management development. Inspects vessels to ensure seaworthy condition and arranges for maintenance and repair activities to correct any deficiencies. Provides technical expertise for specialized jobs in the field.
Oceaneering International Chief Engineer Mar 2006 to January 2007 M/V Ocean Service		Chief Engineer will be responsible to ensure the vessels are operated and maintained in accordance with regulatory requirements, company standards and customer expectations. Involves travel to multiple locations and extended stays away from homeport. Implements standard procedures and guidelines for the operation of a safe and environmentally sound vessel. Ensures all vessel personnel comply with regulatory training requirements. Assists in the development of and adherence to operational budgets. Investigates vessel damage, product spills, and personal injuries. Ensures all appropriate authorized personnel are notified and proper documentation is completed accurately. Supervises licensed and unlicensed personnel and crew management development. Inspects vessels to ensure seaworthy condition and arranges for maintenance and repair activities to correct any deficiencies. Provides technical expertise for specialized jobs in the field.
Hornbeck Offshore Chief Engineer November 2005 to Mar 2006		Chief Engineer will be responsible to ensure the vessels are operated and maintained in accordance with regulatory requirements, company standards and customer expectations. Involves travel to multiple locations and extended stays away from homeport. Implements standard procedures and guidelines for the operation of a safe and environmentally sound vessel. Ensures all vessel personnel comply with regulatory training requirements. Assists in the development of and adherence to operational budgets. Investigates vessel damage, product spills, and personal injuries. Ensures all appropriate authorized personnel are notified and proper documentation is completed accurately. Supervises licensed and unlicensed personnel and crew management development. Inspects vessels to ensure seaworthy condition and arranges for maintenance and repair activities to correct any deficiencies. Provides technical expertise for specialized jobs in the field.
Machinery Repairman Class A school, US Navy, 1979 US Army Warrant Officer Entry Course, 1984 US Army Chief Marine Engineering Warrant Officer Course, 1984
Licenses / Certificates and Training
Chief Engineer Unlimited Motor; Chief Engineer Gas Turbine, Chief Engineer Limited OSV. Current per MMC STCW Basic Safety Training (BST): Current per MMC DOD Information Assuarnce Awareness Completed August 2014 Anti-Piracy: Completed October 2014 Anti-Terrorism Level I: Completed Febuary 2014 MSC CBRD Indoctrination: Completed Febuary 2014 MSC Combating Trafficing In Persons (CTIP): Completed August 2010 MSC Shipclip: Completed August 2010 Sexual Harrassment Training Completed January 2014 Basic and Advanced FF: Completed May 1990 MSC SAMMS Training Completed August 2010
Membership
American Maritime Officers (AMO) - Union


Clearance
Secret Clearance

Gloucester, Va,

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