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Houston, Texas, United States

Houma, Louisiana

Stationed out of Houma, Louisiana, I participate in the inspection of tugboats, Subchapter M towing vessels, drill ships, jackups, spars, offshore support vessels (OSVs) and new construction projects. This includes witnessing annual vessel inspections, dry dock inspections, special surveys, reactivation inspections, modifications, repairs, damage surveys, welder qualifications, structural fit-ups, vendor inspections, nondestructive testing, and more. As of July 2022, I am currently inspecting (3) three new construction projects. Between 2018-2022, I inspected and delivered (5) five new construction vessels; overseeing their compliance with both USCG and ABS Rules. On any given day I am overseeing regulatory compliance on 16-22 projects.

Geoje, Gyeongsangnam-Do, Korea

I participated in the inspection of the following vessel types while serving as a marine surveyor for ABS at Samsung Heavy Industries Shipyard in South Korea:Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) Carriers Verified classification society compliance for multiple 291.08 m (954 feet) LNG vessel projects. Reviewed plans, material certificates, welding procedures and welder qualifications. On a daily basis I witnessed and inspected structural fit-ups using non-destructive test methods, inspected cargo containment system installation and testing, and participated in system integration testing and sea-trials. Vessels:Gaslog Genoa (LNG)GasLog Glasgow (LNG)GasLog Gibraltar (LNG)Self Elevating Wind Turbine Installation Vessel (Jackup)Witnessed and inspected the entire building process of the jack-up, from steel cutting to keel laying to launching and delivery. Inspected the construction of the unit’s legs and jacking system.Vessels:SeaJacks Scylla (Jack-up)Mobile Offshore Drilling UnitsWitnessed and inspected all hull and topside drilling equipment installation and testing. Participated in system integration testing, endurance testing, and sea-trials. Vessels:Ensco DS-10 (Drill Ship)Ensco DS-9 (Drill Ship)Maersk Voyager (Drill Ship)

Carson, California

I moved from Maine to California to work for Steamericas. I conducted sales, product demonstrations, created video demonstrations on YouTube and participated in both domestic and international trade events. The highlight of this experience was seeing how different cultures and business entities plan, procure, and operate.

Bangor, Maine Area

My wife is a South Korean national. After our marriage, I created Maine Steam LLC. in order to bridge the gap between my hometown in Maine with my wife’s hometown in South Korea. I have always had an interest in steam boilers. In 2008 an eco-cleaning movement was on the rise. Fortunately South Korea was producing a number of commercial steam machines for the service industry. In order to find the right products I contacted manufacturers and visited them in South Korea. After purchasing samples and shipping units back to the United States, I created a website, promotional videos and sought out potential customers. With my knowledge and confidence in global logistics, plus a lack of competitors, I was able to dropship products from South Korea via airfreight to customers throughout the U.S. Despite the cost of airfreight, I still maintained a substantial profit. My favorite memory was the time I drove halfway across the country conducting product demonstrations along the way, stopping in cities throughout New England, including Chicago and Cincinnati. I met a lot of people that I still know today.In 2010 a Korean manufacturer of commercial steam machines invited me to join their team as a salesman. In February of 2010, I moved to Southern California to assist with the opening of their branch office. Maine Steam LLC. was dissolved without remorse and I eagerly awaited my new adventure.

Ft. Eustis, Va

I spent four years traveling both domestically and internationally as a watercraft engineer onboard U.S. Army vessels. The biggest challenge on any vessel is preventative maintenance. It is problematic to have a mechanical failure in the middle of the ocean.Maintaining the vessel’s engines and power plant made up a small portion of my day to day. A ship is made up of electrical and cooling systems, lubrication fuel systems, refrigeration, steering mechanisms, pneumatic and hydraulic systems. Miles of piping run through a vessel. All of this requires constant monitoring and maintenance.To accomplish the tasks above, engineers utilize log books, documents, manuals, preventive maintenance schedules, records, equipment improvement recommendations and maintain a vast inventory of spare parts.Twice I was called upon to participate in shipyard delivery activities; working with the shipyard to ensure delivery specifications were met. I spent the majority of my time onboard the USAV General Frank S. Besson. It was stationed out of Fort Eustis, Virginia. After four years and three promotions I departed the U.S. Army with an honorable discharge and attended Maine Maritime Academy in Castine, Maine.

Bachelor'S Degree, International Business

The program consisted of specialized courses that dealt with the challenges of both international and domestic logistics, accounting.

Exchange Program, Chinese Language And Literature

In 2006 I participated in Maine Maritime Academy’s first exchange program with a Chinese university. I arrived in China with no languages.