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My Resume
JAMES C. TAYLOR
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
- Incorporated in October of 2005
- ASHI (American Society of Home Inspectors) Associate Member
- Affiliate Member of the Vail Board of Realtors
- Successful Completion of the National Home Inspector Exam (required for licensing in states other than Colorado)
- Certified in Radon Measurement at the Western Regional Radon Training Center, University of Colorado, Colorado Springs
- Certified Mold Testing
- Inspection Training Associates Enhanced Home Inspection Course: taught in compliance with ASHI standards
- Responsible for the duties assigned to a Third Engineer on a tanker such as:
- Structural Integrity: conducted visual inspections of the bulkheads and hulls of the ship for cracks in the hull and for general structural integrity to ensure water-tightness of the vessel
- Plumbing Maintenance: repaired plumbing leaks and stoppages; maintained the functionality of all supply pipes
- Electrical Maintenance: performed electrical inspections and maintenance on a regular basis, maintained battery systems, took mega readings on controllers and pumps, and ensured proper insulation
- Air Compressors: maintained and repaired compressors to ensure the proper supply of control air to the plant that was necessary for the automation of plant operations
- Sewage Systems: researched system specifications and maintained the system accordingly; trouble shot system interruptions
- Distilling Plant: managed the creation/distillation of fresh water from sea water through a distillation device and trouble shot problems as they occurred
- Lube Oil Systems: ensured the proper functioning and cleanliness of lube oil strainers and purifiers
- Hourly Inspections of Operating Systems and Components: checked for proper operation of pumps and motors by physical contact, gauges, and visual inspections
- Engine Room Management: ensured proper functioning of systems and engineering personnel
- Responsible for the duties assigned to a Second Engineer on a tanker such as:
- Fuel Oil Systems: cleaned and maintained fuel strainers and fuel oil purifiers
- Fuel Transfers: managed the loading and transfer of fuel on and off the ship
- Furnace and Boiler Management: monitored and maintained water levels to ensure proper furnace/boiler functioning, monitored system for leaks, and made repairs as needed
- Valve Maintenance: inspected and surveyed components throughout the ship to ensure proper functioning and to isolate and repair any discernable damage
- Furnace Maintenance and Inspection: inspected the refractory inside the furnace; also monitored, maintained, and repaired furnace burners
- Trained and licensed to perform all duties assigned to a First Engineer on a tanker such as:
- Responsibility for all operations, maintenance, and duties relating to all ship systems
- Performance of any significant maintenance and repairs necessary for the functioning of the ship’s systems
- Supervision all of the ship’s engineering personnel
- Responsibility for training, conduct, and performance of all the ship’s engineering personnel
LICENSES
AND CERTIFICATIONS
- ASHI Associate Member
- Formal Home Inspection Training at Inspection Training Associates and Certified in Radon Testing
- Certification of Full Membership of American Maritime Officers, Book #T-201
- STCW and HAZMAT Certifications
- EPA Proper Refrigerant Handling Universal Certification
- Half Face Respirator Certificate of Training
- Combined-Basic/Advanced Marine Firefighting Training Course
- Advanced Dangerous Liquid Cargo Course Certificate of Training
- Certified Mold Testing
EDUCATION
B.S.
Marine Engineering Technology, 1994
Maine
Maritime Academy, Castine, Maine