This document is a resume for John Hobbs. It summarizes his experience in maritime academia and the maritime industry over the past 14 years, including 3 years of experience as a USCG Third Mate and 6 years of project management experience. He has a Bachelor's Degree in Marine Transportation from Texas A&M University at Galveston and sailed as a cadet on various training cruises. He also has 7 years of experience in the US Navy as a Seabee, where he held roles such as Construction Project Manager, Equipment Yard Supervisor, and Heavy Equipment Operator on projects around the world.

1. John Hobbs 3428 Cove View Blvd Apt 1208  Galveston, TX 77554  409-739-4109
john.hobbs.3rd
@gmail.com
PROFILE
Highly productive maritime academy graduate focused on marine transportation. Results driven USCG Third Mate
with 3 years’ experience in maritime academia and 6 years’ experience in project management using effective
communication and interpersonal skills. Student veteran seeking to respond to new challenges in the Maritime
industry.
Expert technical and operational knowledge in the use & capabilities of diversified electronics from multiple-brand
vendors. Proficient with Global Positioning System (GPS) technology used to aid in the safe navigation of a
vessel. Familiar with many types of cargo handling equipment and their shipboard operations.
Strong project leadership skills in assessing manpower & materials, interpreting blueprints & defining job scope,
and managing all phases of the projects from start-up to completion. Well developed problem-solving, decision-
making and team leader skills; ability to interface with individuals of any background or ethnicity; strong oral &
written communication assets.
EDUCATION
BACHELORS OF SCIENCE : MARINE TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS A&M AT GALVESTON, GPA: 3.3
TEXAS A&M MARITIME ACADEMY
Cadet Internship
n Sailed with Military Sealift Command for 102 days onboard Joint High Speed Vessel-2 (JHSV) Choctaw County.
n Participated in high speed vessel type rating training, classes, and simulator operations. *
n Performed maintenance and testing on high expansion foam generators, mooring winches, fast rescue craft.
n Practiced firefighting, damage control, abandon ship, mooring, safe navigation/watch standing procedures onboard
JHSV-2.
Cadet Training Cruises
n Sailed with California Maritime Academy for 60 days onboard TS Golden Bear as a senior cadet.
n Practiced taking responsibility of ship handling, line handling, mooring, watchstanding, and safe navigation, weather
reporting, weather routing, high traffic scenarios, celestial navigation, leadership skills, and communication.
n Sailed with State University of New York for 45 days onboard TS Empire State as a freshman
n Learned basics of ship handling, line handling, mooring, watchstanding, and safe navigation.
UNITED STATES NAVY EXPERIENCE
UNITED STATES NAVY, Seabee, 2007 to 2013
Performed collateral duties as a Construction Project Manager, Equipment Yard Supervisor, Dispatcher,
Heavy Equipment Operator, Vehicle Driver & Route Planner for convoy missions.
Project Manager
n Usually assigned to some of the most complex construction projects with expectations to complete them quickly,
accurately and safely. Persevered through the toughest challenges and inspired others.
n Determined equipment needs for diversified operations; planned timeframes, scheduling and logistical requirements;
resolved impromptu problems and/or delays.
n Managed quality control, safety and environmental issues and movement & placement of project building materials.
Heavy Equipment Operator
n Utilized construction equipment machinery to move construction materials, earth, and other heavy materials at
construction sites in the US, Japan, Afghanistan, Africa, East Timor, (Guantanamo Bay) Cuba, etc.

2. n Operated equipment that cleared and graded land to prepare for construction of roads, buildings, and bridges.