Ellis Skoglund Jr is a highly experienced crane operator and deck supervisor with over 20 years of experience in the offshore oil and gas industry. He has managed deck crews and crane operations on various drilling rigs and installations. He is skilled in safety management, crew supervision, equipment operation, and job planning. His expertise includes mediation, problem solving, materials handling systems, and exemplary safety practices.

1. Ellis Skoglund Jr
111 Cumberland Dr
Gray, Louisiana 70359
Cellular +1 985 381 1550 Home +1 985 262 1222
eddie.skoglund@gmail.com
Summary of Experience
Qualified,experienced,and motivated member of the deck crew. A certified Crane Operator since 1998,
under API and British Regulations. Involved with start-up operations on eight Ultra Deepwater projects
ranging from Drill Ships to SPAR platforms. Focused on safety and training of the crew for a successful
and efficient operation. Experienced in Marine, Drilling, and Maintenance, which affords the opportunity
for effective job and down line planning.
Areas of Expertise
Mediation and problem solving skills.
• Developed a materials transfer system involving all departments to have access to shipment to and
from the vessel
• Strong work ethic focusing on team building and goal oriented crew members
• Multi Tasking with crews of Limited Experience
• Multi Trade Exposure to effectively plan and place effective crew members to keep jobs moving
forward
• Exemplary Safety Record over twenty years experience
Experience
Sea Drill Houston, Texas 2013 to Present
Deck Supervisor
Manage and supervise construction and start-up operations on board a sixth generation DP Semi-
Submersible unit, with regards to deck and crane operations. Organize with shipyard crew, movement
and placement of oncoming cargo and equipment. Work together with section leaders on commissioning
and acceptance of the installation, as per company specifications and standards as well as ship’s
classification standards as seen by DNV, IMCA, and API.
• Experience throughout the industry with many different nationalities and cultures, allows for a relaxed
but effective crew
• Training in man management and task planning, along with a wealth of experience and knowledge,
allows for crew members and associates to focus more on their own responsibilities
• Plan and prioritize jobs according to necessity by department
• Developed a system for shipment and storage of materials and equipment to and from the
installation, that incorporated every department having easy access to the information, limiting the
possibility for error

2. Meed Marine, Aberdeen, Scotland 2012 to 2013
Offshore Crane Operator
Supervise Roustabout crew in daily activities. Operate offshore pedestal cranes during supply vessel
operations, and material movement on board the installation
• Exposure to drill floor and maintenance operations affords efficient job planning and prioritzing of
tasks
• Experience throughout the industry with many different nationalities and cultures, allows for a relaxed
but effective crew
• Training in man management and task planning, along with a wealth of experience and knowledge,
allows for crew members and associates to focus more on their own responsibilities
Odfjell Drilling AS, Bergen, Norway 2011 to 2012
Deck Foreman
Manage and Supervise Crane crew in daily activities on board a sixth generation Drillship
• Plan and prioritize jobs according to necessity by department
• Mentor and develop crew members for promotion through training on equipment uses and name
• Developed a system for shipment and storage of materials and equipment to and from the
installation, that incorporated every department having easy access to the information, limiting the
possibility for error
• Having a broad base of equipment knowledge and exposure to all facets of the industry, I was able to
coach the crew on the use of the equipment in harsh weather conditions, to eliminate nonproductive
time.
Grupo R, Cuidad del Carmen, Mexico 2010 to 2011
Senior Crane Operator
Supervise Roustabout crew in daily activities. Operate offshore pedestal cranes during supply vessel
operations, and material movement on board the installation
• Built and maintained lifting gear registry
• Familiarity with modern handling equipment allowed for interdepartmental training
• As a new company, assisted in developing and integrating a Safety Management system
Hercules Offshore, Houma, Louisiana 2007 to 2009
Mechanic Trainee
Perform planned and unplanned maintenance on installation equipment; Diesel Engines, top drive, mud
pumps, air and hydraulic tuggers, draw works, hydraulic cranes, and service air compressors
• Troubleshooting knowledge afforded the ability to reduce down time by twenty percent
• Knowledge of equipment and its practical uses, were the basis of the promotion from floorhand to
mechanic
Global SantaFe, Houston, Texas 2005 to 2007
Bosun/Crane Operator

3. Supervise Marine deck crew in daily activities on board an Ultra Deepwater Semi-Submersible; Helicopter
Operations, vessel cosmetics, Operate Pedestal cranes during bunkering and painting operations,
ensured compliance with SOLAS and other seafaring requirements.
• During commissioning and start-up, used experience and knowledge to reduce downtime, once
operational
• Mentored and developed new members to the industry for their chosen career path, with experience
and knowledge of each department
Pride Offshore, Houma, Louisiana 2004 to 2005
Crane Operator
Supervise Roustabout crew in daily activities. Operate Offshore pedestal cranes during supply vessel
operations, and material movement on board a fifth generation SPAR platform
• Utilized man management and coaching to motivate and develop crew members on a fast paced
installation
• Employed organizational skills to manage deck storage and stand by vessels used for storage, due to
shortage of deck space
Transocean, Houston, Texas 2000 to 2004
Bosun/AB
Supervise Marine deck crew in daily activities on board an Ultra Deepwater Drill Ship; Helicopter
Operations, vessel cosmetics, Operate Pedestal Knuckle boom cranes during bunkering and painting
operations, ensured compliance with SOLAS and other seafaring requirements.
R&B Falcon Drilling, Houston, Texas 1995 to 2000
Assistant Crane Operator
Assist in; planning and undertaking tasks as dictated by Crane Operator, supervise roustabouts during
daily activities, carry out planned maintenance on lifting equipment.
• Having began as a floorhand, I was quickly promoted to Assistant crane operator with my knowledge
of the equipment and it's uses.
• Obtained an operators certificate within two years
• Patience and understanding of overall requirements, afforded the time to develop a steady and
efficient pace
Education
Faulkner State Community College, Bay Minette, Alabama 2007
General Equivelancy Diploma
Additional Skills
• Certified Competency Assesor
• Knowledge of equipment and it's uses in many programs
• Ability to plan jobs according to the experience and knowledge level of each crew member, to
continually develop and mentor them for success
• Unbiased and logical approach to issues that arise when different cultures and thought patterns meet

4. Licenses
Offshore Crane Operator, Falck Alford, Houma, Louisiana, 2010 to 2014. Certified under API RP2D for
operation of Hydraulic Pedastal Cranes
Stage 3&4 Offshore Crane Operator, Survivex, Tanzania, Africa, 2011 to 2013. Cretified under BS7121
Part 11 for Operation of Hydraulic Pedastal Cranes
Rigging and Slinging, Falck Alford, Houma, Louisiana, 2011 to 2014. Certified under API RP2D for
selection and inspection of all rigging and slinging implements.
BOSIET, Oceanus/MSTS, Ulsan, Korea, 2011 to 2015. OPITO approved traing including;
HUET,EBS,Sea Survival,Basic Fire Fighting,and First Aid
Fast Rescue Boat Coxswain, MSTS Asia, Malaysia, 2011 to 2014. Use and maintenance of all
rescue/lifesaving vessels