Clarence Smith has over 10 years of experience managing navigation systems and directing fleet vessels to ensure quality data collection. He is proficient in determining technical requirements, resolving issues, and providing leadership in fast-paced environments. His career highlights include exceptional customer service, liaising with clients, managing maintenance programs, and mentoring employees. Smith has comprehensive skills in areas such as acquisition systems, navigation, project management, safety programs, and system enhancements. He held roles of increasing responsibility, most recently as a Navigation Systems Administrator, and has a track record of promotions due to strong performance.

1. CLARENCE SMITH Alexandria, LA
318-880-4452  clarencesmithsr@gmail.com
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY  PROJECT MANAGEMENT  NETWORK ADMINISTRATION
Installation/Configuration Process Improvements
Dynamic, detail-oriented Navigator with more than 10 years of demonstrated experience managing navigation systems
and subsystems for industry leaders. Qualified to direct a fleet of vessels, ensuring each is in the optimum location to
guarantee quality data is logged during surveys. Proficient in determining system requirements and resolving technical
issues quickly. Skilled in providing effective leadership in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments. Exceptional tenure
showcasing promotions to positions of increasing authority and responsibility because of strong leadership skills,
teamwork, customer service and overall performance. Excel at turning under-producing individuals into teams that work
efficiently and exceed all expectations.
SELECTED HIGHLIGHTS
 Provided exceptional customer service while managing the acquisition system and subsystems.
 Liaised with other departments and clients for daily activities to ensure all navigational needs were exceeded.
 Managed the planned maintenance program to ensure all systems were functioning effectively.
 Promoted and proactively participated in the Quality Health Safety and Environment program.
 Ensured and guided the mentoring and coaching of employees in department to ensure effective navigational skills.
 Excellent communication skills proven by the ability to lead and interact with people from diverse backgrounds
CORE COMPETENCIES
 Acquisition System and Subsystems  Navigation Systems  Project Management
 QHSE Program  Mobilization/Demobilization  HSE Program
 System Maintenance  System Enhancement  Mentoring/Training
 Navigator  Navigation Data  Navigation Equipment
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Fairfieldnodal  Sugarland, Texas  2003 – 2015
Navigation Systems Administrator: 2012 – 2015
Shift Leader Navigator: 2011 – 2012
Navigator: 2004 – 2011
Linesman: 2003 – 2004
 Provide exceptional customer service while managing the acquisition system and subsystems.
 Liaise with other departments and clients for daily activities to ensure all navigational needs are exceeded.
 Manage the planned maintenance program to ensure all systems are functioning effectively.
 Promote and proactively participate in the Quality Health Safety and Environment program.
 Ensure and guide the mentoring and coaching of employees in department to ensure effective navigational skills.
 Responsible for planning and implementation of daily activities to ensure smooth operations.
 Effectively manage equipment inventory and installations to ensure all needs are exceeded.
 Managed a 12-hour shift, and liaised with other departments for daily activities.
 Established preventive maintenance program to keep system in top operational condition.
 Promoted and participated in the Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) program.
 Mentored operator and trainee to increase skill levels.
 Effectively supervised the acquisition system and subsystems.
 Played a key role in mobilization and demobilization of navigation equipment.
 Proficiently maintained navigation equipment and inventory.
 Performed navigation and data acquisition functions on an offshore vessel with strict attention to detail.
 Expertly kept accurate positioning logs and daily activities logs of vessel ensuring all deadlines were met.
 Generated disk and hard copies of navigation data in an efficiently organized manner.

2.  Successfully orchestrated vessel placement on a regular basis.
 Served as an active member in the company HSE program with stellar participation in all meetings and outside
courses presented.
 Efficiently handled, deployed and retrieved all seismic equipment.
 Worked as part of a line crew during drops, pickups and troubleshooting of seismic equipment.
 Expertly maintained hydraulic machines and skillfully repaired related equipment.
 Devised new ways to safely deploy and retrieve gear when crew was understaffed.
 Effectively troubleshot the navigation PC onboard when problems arose.
 Collaborated with management team to identify strategic initiatives and facilitate the adoption of technology-based
solutions.
 Streamlined the requirements gathering processes to support the development of newly enhanced features and
functions.
 Led the efforts to define, analyze and implement technical and functional improvements.
 Suggested high-level recommendations on upcoming technology needs and priorities.
 Maintained accurate and timely data on current and past technology operations.
 Supervised technological purchases while sustaining annual budget.
ADDITIONAL CREDENTIALS
TECHNICAL SKILLS Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), Gator, Gator II, Orca, Geometis, Seispos
EDUCATION Diploma, Bolton High School, Alexandria, Louisiana
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT  Current US passport
 Yellow book updated
 Further Offshore Emergency Training (FOET) completed
 Safe Gulf completed
 Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
INTERESTS Family Time, Food, Shopping, Reading
Detailed Professional References Available upon Request
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