CURRICULUM VITAE
ROBERT FEATHERER Marine Consultant
PO Box 341 Benicia, CA 94510 (707) 333-7127 Fax (707) 747-2927 BobF12@juno.com
ABS Certified
Chief Engineer
Marine Expert: Marine Engineer, all aspects of ship safe operation, repair, modification, and safety; experienced in all types of vessels in most areas of
the world. Expert Witness
SUMMARY
Raised on the shores of New Jersey in Sea Isle City, thirty miles south of Atlantic City. Began boating, fishing, water-skiing and many other marine
activities at an early age. Trapped bait fish in the inland water ways for fishing piers in the area. Worked as Mate on Party Fishing Boats from age
seventeen through college gaining experience in small boat handling and engine repair. These work experiences lead to a desire to go to sea. Earned
an appointment to the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, completed the four year program and earned a B.S. in Engineering, a commission in the Naval
Reserve, and a U.S. Coast Guard Third Assistant Engineer’s License for Steam and Motor Vessels, any horsepower. Completed military obligation by
sailing in the U.S. Merchant Marine on freighters, tankers, super tankers, passenger ships, container ships, and con bulk container ships. In 1981
passed the U.S. Coast Guard Exam for Chief Engineer Steam and Motor Vessels, any horsepower. Have extensive experience on both steam and
motor vessels including all aspects of safe operation, repairs, inspection with regulatory bodies, shipyard experience including new construction.
U.S.C.G. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Chief Engineer, Steam and Motor Vessels, any horsepower
Certificate under the Provisions of the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watch keeping for Seafarers, 1978
ABS Certification of Chief Engineers
Hazardous Materials Trainer
Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certification
EDUCATION
2000-2007 Hazardous Materials First Responder Training Jones Lang Lasalle Continuous Education
Electrical Safety Training for Building Engineers
On going monthly Safety Training Various Topics (available upon request)
1998 M.E.B.A. Engineering School Easton MD
PLC’s Programmable Logic Controllers
Basic Computers including Windows 95
1997 M.E.B.A. Engineering School Easton MD
Global Marine Distress Safety System GMDSS Operator License
1994 M.E.B.A. Engineering School San Francisco, CA
Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certification
Franklin Time Management Seminar
APL Computer Training
NTC Inventory, Crew Mgmt, Material Ordering, and Service Ordering
1992 APL Computer Training, MSDOS and LOTUS
1991 APL Computer Training
AMOSD
1988 Sulzer Factory School Wintertur Switzerland
RTA Slow Speed Diesel Engines
BBC Factory School Wintertur Switzerland
Turbo Chargers for Diesel Engines
Electrical and Electronic Controls
Siemens Factory School Nuremberg West Germany
CAMAC Shipboard Computers Monitoring and Graphic Control Systems
Krupp MAK Factory School Kiel West Germany
MAK Medium Speed Diesels
Kiel Shipyard Factory School Kiel West Germany
C-10 Container Vessels Engineering Systems
1982 Enterprise Factory School Oakland, CA
Enterprise Medium Speed Diesel Engines
Sulzer Factory School Wintertur Switzerland
RND Slow Speed Diesel Engines
Technical Associates of New Orleans Factory School New Orleans, LA
TANO Computer Control Systems for C-9 Vessels
ALFA Laval factory School Oakland, CA
Fuel Oil and Lube Oil Centrifugal Purifiers
Mobil Oil Training Oakland, CA
Marine Heavy Fuels and Lubricants
1981 M.E.B.A. Engineering School Easton MD
Diesel Engines
1972 Carrier Transicold Factory School
Transport Refrigeration Units for Tractor Trailers and Marine Industry
1964-1968 U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Kings Point, NY
B.S. Engineering: Curriculum included all aspects of Marine Engineering, Seamanship, and Naval Science.
United States Coast Guard License as Third Assistant Engineer, Steam and Motor Vessels, any horsepower.
Commission in the Naval Reserve as an Ensign.
TRAINING PROGRAMS
2000-2006 On going Safety Program and new equipment training Bank of America San
Francisco Data Center for HVAC equipment, Computer Systems for Building
Management Controls, Electrical and Electronic Control Systems, Gas Turbine
Generators, Honeywell Building System Controls, and Fire Fighting.
1995 ISO 9000 Training Course APL Oakland, CA
1996 Hazardous Waste Regulations Safe Handling and Disposal APL Oakland, CA
1993 Texaco Heavy Fuel Oil Seminar APL Oakland, CA
1992 Daily Process Management (DPM) APL Oakland, CA
1991 Total Quality Management APL Oakland, CA
1985 Quality of Work Life APL Seattle, WA
1983 Advanced Fire Fighting and Damage Control Treasure Island, CA
SEAGOING EXPERIENCE
First experience with “run abouts” and small power boats learned to handle them as a young boy. Worked with brother trapping bait fish for fishing
piers as first commercial enterprise. Have owned or used small power boats for decades.
Got first sea going job as a Mate on the CAPT CRAMER, a party fishing boat. Maritime school was a natural choice to pursue a career at sea.
FREIGHT VESSELS
Only sailed as Third Assistant Engineer for three months and then promoted to Temporary Second Engineer on an emergency basis due to an
engineering officer shortage created by the Viet Nam War. Stood watch in steam plants, maintained deck machinery, hydraulic systems, and gantry
cranes in addition to maintaining the Engine room equipment. Gained early knowledge of boiler water treatment, fuel oil transfer, and bunkering
procedures due to immediate promotion. Worked extensive overtime since ship only had minimum number of engineers required by the certificate to
sail. Gained experience much quicker than normal due to political situation. Served aboard the following vessels:
Vessel Type
SS MORMACBAY C 3 A
SS AFRICAN GLADE C 2 Personal experience with major shipboard fire and subsequent investigation by regulatory bodies.
SS AMERICAN RACER Racer Class Vessel
SS EXPORT AGENT C 3
SS PIONEER MING C 4
SS MORMACDRAGO C 3 Automated
SS AFRICAN METEOR C 4
SS DELTA AMERICA Racer Class Vessel
PASSENGER SHIPS
Passenger Ships carried extra fresh water distillers, ships service generators, large air conditioning machines, large domestic refrigeration systems,
refrigerated cargo boxes, large sewage treatment plants, elevators, and required extra maintenance and annual shipyard periods. This added to a
diverse gain in experience as a Marine Engineer. In addition to watch standing duties there was overtime worked maintaining all the extra equipment
on board. The boilers required extra maintenance due to the required reliability and hard steaming rates. Sailed both as Third Assistant and Second
Assistant Engineer. Served aboard the following vessels:
Vessel Type
SS MONTEREY Converted Mariner to Passenger Vessel
SS SANTA BARBARA Converted C 2 to Passenger Vessel
TANKERS
Tankers give Marine Engineers a unique opportunity to expand their safety skills. Huge cargo pumps on the larger ships must be maintained. Tight
schedules and high firing rates of the boilers even in port to pump cargo to make getting the required maintenance done a challenge. Served as first
Engineer on these vessels:
Vessel Type
SS SANTA CLARA Chemical T 5 Tanker
SS SUROULA Crude Oil Tanker T 5
SS KENAI Large Crude Oil Carrier
CONBULK CONTAINER AND CONTAINER VESSELS
Large container vessels with reduced crews and unmanned engine rooms at night are possibly the most challenging engineering positions today. The
Chief Engineer must be able to work on all systems including computers and electronic controls. All engineers are on day work and with the change to
motor ships due to high fuel costs; the maintenance work is more demanding than on a steam vessel.
The Chief must be a “hands on” engineer if the required work is to be accomplished. He must also be an excellent manager and able to manage the
time available for repairs. Every member of the crew must be a firefighter and aware of the safety requirements. In the Engine Department the on board
training is done by the Chief Engineer. Worked seventeen years on this type of vessel as both First Assistant and Chief Engineer.
Vessel Type
SS HAWAIAN QUEEN C 4 Container Vessel
SS HAWAIAN CITIZEN C 3 Container Vessel
SS CALIFORNIAN C 4 Container Vessel
SS TRANSONEIDA T 5 Converted to a Container Vessel
SS TRANSCHAMPLAIN T 5 Converted to a Container Vessel
SS PRESIDENT TRUMAN C 6 Container Vessel
SS PRESIDENT ROOSEVELT C 6 Container Vessel with Gantry Crane
MV PRESIDENT MONROE C 9 Container Vessel
MV PRESIDENT F.D. ROOSEVELT J 9 Container Vessel
MV PRESIDENT JACKSON C 10 Container Vessel
MV PRESIDENT KENNEDY C 10 Container Vessel
FISHING VESSELS
Introduction to a sailing career. Sailed a Mate on these vessels and learned the basics about all around boat handling, engine repair, and working at
sea.
Vessel Type
CAPT CRAMER Party Fishing Boat
CAPT CRAMER II Party Fishing Boat
CAPT ROBBINS Party Fishing Boat
GENERAL INFORMATION
In addition to maintenance and repair, and ships safe operation of the engine room equipment, work as the Chief Engineer on a modern vessel requires
management skills, training crew member in all aspects of duties, firefighting skills, and knowledge of many computer programs. Safety inspections,
upkeep of equipment with an extensive preventative maintenance programs, annual inspections by the U.S. Coast Guard and continuing machinery
surveys by ABS are included in the Chief Engineer’s scope of duties.
While with APL work included taking delivery of three new vessels out of the shipyard, going on sea trials, working with vendors and regulatory
bodies. Attended dry dockings and/or shipyard periods for repairs. Very familiar with regulatory bodies and classification society practices and
procedures.
OTHER EXPERIENCE
2007 Prevailed in the Case of Dixon vs. TMS for the Plaintiff represented by
Walkup, Melodia, Kelly, Wecht & Schoenberger. Plaintiff injured while working on the
USNS MERCY
2007 Assistant Chief Engineer in the Bank of America San Francisco Data Center.
Duties included operation and maintenance of HVAC equipment, UPS Systems, four 3500
KW Gas Turbine Generators and Environmental Air Conditioners. Retired Oct 1, 2007 to
pursue Marine and Industrial Consulting positions.
Other duties as Assistant Chief Engineer includes training new Journeyman engineers, and
Supervisor. The shifts consists of two to four licensed engineers. The San Francisco
Data Center is a twenty three story high rise building with other tenants besides
Bank of America. The engineers attend to all tenant’s technical needs.
2004 Retained by Hill Rivkins & Hayden LLP as an Expert Witness in the case of the
SSG EDWARD A. CARTER who represented the American Bureau of Shipping,
Defendant in the case. The case involved the death of two engine department personnel
In an engine room fire. The case never did go to trial and ABS was successfully defended.
The research work presented to the court was a factor in the case being dismissed.
1999 Assigned as Permanent Chief Engineer on the M/V PRESIDENT KENNEDY from 1996.
The vessel is 57,000 horsepower propelled by a twelve cylinder slow speed Sulzer Engine.
Computer Consultant for APL on the NTC software program including input of inventory,
and PPM program.
1991 From 1977 until 1991 sailed as both First Engineer and Chief Engineer on various vessels
listed previously in this CV.
Licensed Real Estate Broker in California
1974 Port Supervisor for the San Francisco Bay Area for Drew Chemical Corporation. Sales and
Service Marine Chemicals for high pressure boilers, cooling systems, fuel oil treatments,
Tank cleaning chemicals, boiler cleaning chemicals for both fire side and water side
applications for general ships cleaning and maintenance. Work required specialized
knowledge in boiler water chemistry, investigation of boiler casualties, service calls to
vessels to help with cooling water corrosion problems, and distiller scaling problems, etc.
Responsible for accounts that included both foreign and US flag carriers and the US Navy.
1971 Field Service Engineer for Carrier Transicold Company, Emeryville, CA, a leader in the
Transport refrigeration equipment industry for both Tractor Trailer and Marine Container
Refrigeration Units. Responsible for customer service, troubleshooting, warranty work, and
Mechanic training. Territory included the Northwestern United States and Western Canada
up to the Artic Circle.
1968 Upon graduation from the US Merchant Marine Academy sailed for three years out of the
MEBA Union Hall as both 2nd and 3rd Assistant Engineer. As temporary 2nd assistant
engineer on the SS AFRICAN GLADE, the ship experienced a major boiler fire in the port of
Bermuda. Assisted in extinguishing the fire, saving the ship, and supported ABS and the
U.S.C.G. in the investigation of the incident. Participated as an Expert Witness on
behalf of Farrell Lines. As a result of this effort, offered a permanent assignment as
second assistant engineer with Farrell Lines.
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
Marine Engineer’s Beneficial Association (retired)
IUOE, Stationary Engineer's, Local 39 (retired)
Society of Port Engineers President 2007
Council of Master Mariners
US Merchant Marine Alumni Association, San Francisco Chapter
Benicia Lutheran Church
Benicia Yacht Club
Elks Lodge 559
Solano County Association of Realtors
California Association of Realtors
National Association of Realtors
ROBERT FEATHERER Marine Consultant
PO Box 341 Benicia, CA 94510 (707) 333-7127 Fax (707) 747-2927 BobF12@juno.com
ABS Certified
Chief Engineer
Marine Expert: Marine Engineer, all aspects of ship safe operation, repair, modification, and safety; experienced in all types of vessels in most areas of
the world. Expert Witness
SUMMARY
Raised on the shores of New Jersey in Sea Isle City, thirty miles south of Atlantic City. Began boating, fishing, water-skiing and many other marine
activities at an early age. Trapped bait fish in the inland water ways for fishing piers in the area. Worked as Mate on Party Fishing Boats from age
seventeen through college gaining experience in small boat handling and engine repair. These work experiences lead to a desire to go to sea. Earned
an appointment to the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, completed the four year program and earned a B.S. in Engineering, a commission in the Naval
Reserve, and a U.S. Coast Guard Third Assistant Engineer’s License for Steam and Motor Vessels, any horsepower. Completed military obligation by
sailing in the U.S. Merchant Marine on freighters, tankers, super tankers, passenger ships, container ships, and con bulk container ships. In 1981
passed the U.S. Coast Guard Exam for Chief Engineer Steam and Motor Vessels, any horsepower. Have extensive experience on both steam and
motor vessels including all aspects of safe operation, repairs, inspection with regulatory bodies, shipyard experience including new construction.
U.S.C.G. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Chief Engineer, Steam and Motor Vessels, any horsepower
Certificate under the Provisions of the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watch keeping for Seafarers, 1978
ABS Certification of Chief Engineers
Hazardous Materials Trainer
Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certification
EDUCATION
2000-2007 Hazardous Materials First Responder Training Jones Lang Lasalle Continuous Education
Electrical Safety Training for Building Engineers
On going monthly Safety Training Various Topics (available upon request)
1998 M.E.B.A. Engineering School Easton MD
PLC’s Programmable Logic Controllers
Basic Computers including Windows 95
1997 M.E.B.A. Engineering School Easton MD
Global Marine Distress Safety System GMDSS Operator License
1994 M.E.B.A. Engineering School San Francisco, CA
Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certification
Franklin Time Management Seminar
APL Computer Training
NTC Inventory, Crew Mgmt, Material Ordering, and Service Ordering
1992 APL Computer Training, MSDOS and LOTUS
1991 APL Computer Training
AMOSD
1988 Sulzer Factory School Wintertur Switzerland
RTA Slow Speed Diesel Engines
BBC Factory School Wintertur Switzerland
Turbo Chargers for Diesel Engines
Electrical and Electronic Controls
Siemens Factory School Nuremberg West Germany
CAMAC Shipboard Computers Monitoring and Graphic Control Systems
Krupp MAK Factory School Kiel West Germany
MAK Medium Speed Diesels
Kiel Shipyard Factory School Kiel West Germany
C-10 Container Vessels Engineering Systems
1982 Enterprise Factory School Oakland, CA
Enterprise Medium Speed Diesel Engines
Sulzer Factory School Wintertur Switzerland
RND Slow Speed Diesel Engines
Technical Associates of New Orleans Factory School New Orleans, LA
TANO Computer Control Systems for C-9 Vessels
ALFA Laval factory School Oakland, CA
Fuel Oil and Lube Oil Centrifugal Purifiers
Mobil Oil Training Oakland, CA
Marine Heavy Fuels and Lubricants
1981 M.E.B.A. Engineering School Easton MD
Diesel Engines
1972 Carrier Transicold Factory School
Transport Refrigeration Units for Tractor Trailers and Marine Industry
1964-1968 U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Kings Point, NY
B.S. Engineering: Curriculum included all aspects of Marine Engineering, Seamanship, and Naval Science.
United States Coast Guard License as Third Assistant Engineer, Steam and Motor Vessels, any horsepower.
Commission in the Naval Reserve as an Ensign.
TRAINING PROGRAMS
2000-2006 On going Safety Program and new equipment training Bank of America San
Francisco Data Center for HVAC equipment, Computer Systems for Building
Management Controls, Electrical and Electronic Control Systems, Gas Turbine
Generators, Honeywell Building System Controls, and Fire Fighting.
1995 ISO 9000 Training Course APL Oakland, CA
1996 Hazardous Waste Regulations Safe Handling and Disposal APL Oakland, CA
1993 Texaco Heavy Fuel Oil Seminar APL Oakland, CA
1992 Daily Process Management (DPM) APL Oakland, CA
1991 Total Quality Management APL Oakland, CA
1985 Quality of Work Life APL Seattle, WA
1983 Advanced Fire Fighting and Damage Control Treasure Island, CA
SEAGOING EXPERIENCE
First experience with “run abouts” and small power boats learned to handle them as a young boy. Worked with brother trapping bait fish for fishing
piers as first commercial enterprise. Have owned or used small power boats for decades.
Got first sea going job as a Mate on the CAPT CRAMER, a party fishing boat. Maritime school was a natural choice to pursue a career at sea.
FREIGHT VESSELS
Only sailed as Third Assistant Engineer for three months and then promoted to Temporary Second Engineer on an emergency basis due to an
engineering officer shortage created by the Viet Nam War. Stood watch in steam plants, maintained deck machinery, hydraulic systems, and gantry
cranes in addition to maintaining the Engine room equipment. Gained early knowledge of boiler water treatment, fuel oil transfer, and bunkering
procedures due to immediate promotion. Worked extensive overtime since ship only had minimum number of engineers required by the certificate to
sail. Gained experience much quicker than normal due to political situation. Served aboard the following vessels:
Vessel Type
SS MORMACBAY C 3 A
SS AFRICAN GLADE C 2 Personal experience with major shipboard fire and subsequent investigation by regulatory bodies.
SS AMERICAN RACER Racer Class Vessel
SS EXPORT AGENT C 3
SS PIONEER MING C 4
SS MORMACDRAGO C 3 Automated
SS AFRICAN METEOR C 4
SS DELTA AMERICA Racer Class Vessel
PASSENGER SHIPS
Passenger Ships carried extra fresh water distillers, ships service generators, large air conditioning machines, large domestic refrigeration systems,
refrigerated cargo boxes, large sewage treatment plants, elevators, and required extra maintenance and annual shipyard periods. This added to a
diverse gain in experience as a Marine Engineer. In addition to watch standing duties there was overtime worked maintaining all the extra equipment
on board. The boilers required extra maintenance due to the required reliability and hard steaming rates. Sailed both as Third Assistant and Second
Assistant Engineer. Served aboard the following vessels:
Vessel Type
SS MONTEREY Converted Mariner to Passenger Vessel
SS SANTA BARBARA Converted C 2 to Passenger Vessel
TANKERS
Tankers give Marine Engineers a unique opportunity to expand their safety skills. Huge cargo pumps on the larger ships must be maintained. Tight
schedules and high firing rates of the boilers even in port to pump cargo to make getting the required maintenance done a challenge. Served as first
Engineer on these vessels:
Vessel Type
SS SANTA CLARA Chemical T 5 Tanker
SS SUROULA Crude Oil Tanker T 5
SS KENAI Large Crude Oil Carrier
CONBULK CONTAINER AND CONTAINER VESSELS
Large container vessels with reduced crews and unmanned engine rooms at night are possibly the most challenging engineering positions today. The
Chief Engineer must be able to work on all systems including computers and electronic controls. All engineers are on day work and with the change to
motor ships due to high fuel costs; the maintenance work is more demanding than on a steam vessel.
The Chief must be a “hands on” engineer if the required work is to be accomplished. He must also be an excellent manager and able to manage the
time available for repairs. Every member of the crew must be a firefighter and aware of the safety requirements. In the Engine Department the on board
training is done by the Chief Engineer. Worked seventeen years on this type of vessel as both First Assistant and Chief Engineer.
Vessel Type
SS HAWAIAN QUEEN C 4 Container Vessel
SS HAWAIAN CITIZEN C 3 Container Vessel
SS CALIFORNIAN C 4 Container Vessel
SS TRANSONEIDA T 5 Converted to a Container Vessel
SS TRANSCHAMPLAIN T 5 Converted to a Container Vessel
SS PRESIDENT TRUMAN C 6 Container Vessel
SS PRESIDENT ROOSEVELT C 6 Container Vessel with Gantry Crane
MV PRESIDENT MONROE C 9 Container Vessel
MV PRESIDENT F.D. ROOSEVELT J 9 Container Vessel
MV PRESIDENT JACKSON C 10 Container Vessel
MV PRESIDENT KENNEDY C 10 Container Vessel
FISHING VESSELS
Introduction to a sailing career. Sailed a Mate on these vessels and learned the basics about all around boat handling, engine repair, and working at
sea.
Vessel Type
CAPT CRAMER Party Fishing Boat
CAPT CRAMER II Party Fishing Boat
CAPT ROBBINS Party Fishing Boat
GENERAL INFORMATION
In addition to maintenance and repair, and ships safe operation of the engine room equipment, work as the Chief Engineer on a modern vessel requires
management skills, training crew member in all aspects of duties, firefighting skills, and knowledge of many computer programs. Safety inspections,
upkeep of equipment with an extensive preventative maintenance programs, annual inspections by the U.S. Coast Guard and continuing machinery
surveys by ABS are included in the Chief Engineer’s scope of duties.
While with APL work included taking delivery of three new vessels out of the shipyard, going on sea trials, working with vendors and regulatory
bodies. Attended dry dockings and/or shipyard periods for repairs. Very familiar with regulatory bodies and classification society practices and
procedures.
OTHER EXPERIENCE
2007 Prevailed in the Case of Dixon vs. TMS for the Plaintiff represented by
Walkup, Melodia, Kelly, Wecht & Schoenberger. Plaintiff injured while working on the
USNS MERCY
2007 Assistant Chief Engineer in the Bank of America San Francisco Data Center.
Duties included operation and maintenance of HVAC equipment, UPS Systems, four 3500
KW Gas Turbine Generators and Environmental Air Conditioners. Retired Oct 1, 2007 to
pursue Marine and Industrial Consulting positions.
Other duties as Assistant Chief Engineer includes training new Journeyman engineers, and
Supervisor. The shifts consists of two to four licensed engineers. The San Francisco
Data Center is a twenty three story high rise building with other tenants besides
Bank of America. The engineers attend to all tenant’s technical needs.
2004 Retained by Hill Rivkins & Hayden LLP as an Expert Witness in the case of the
SSG EDWARD A. CARTER who represented the American Bureau of Shipping,
Defendant in the case. The case involved the death of two engine department personnel
In an engine room fire. The case never did go to trial and ABS was successfully defended.
The research work presented to the court was a factor in the case being dismissed.
1999 Assigned as Permanent Chief Engineer on the M/V PRESIDENT KENNEDY from 1996.
The vessel is 57,000 horsepower propelled by a twelve cylinder slow speed Sulzer Engine.
Computer Consultant for APL on the NTC software program including input of inventory,
and PPM program.
1991 From 1977 until 1991 sailed as both First Engineer and Chief Engineer on various vessels
listed previously in this CV.
Licensed Real Estate Broker in California
1974 Port Supervisor for the San Francisco Bay Area for Drew Chemical Corporation. Sales and
Service Marine Chemicals for high pressure boilers, cooling systems, fuel oil treatments,
Tank cleaning chemicals, boiler cleaning chemicals for both fire side and water side
applications for general ships cleaning and maintenance. Work required specialized
knowledge in boiler water chemistry, investigation of boiler casualties, service calls to
vessels to help with cooling water corrosion problems, and distiller scaling problems, etc.
Responsible for accounts that included both foreign and US flag carriers and the US Navy.
1971 Field Service Engineer for Carrier Transicold Company, Emeryville, CA, a leader in the
Transport refrigeration equipment industry for both Tractor Trailer and Marine Container
Refrigeration Units. Responsible for customer service, troubleshooting, warranty work, and
Mechanic training. Territory included the Northwestern United States and Western Canada
up to the Artic Circle.
1968 Upon graduation from the US Merchant Marine Academy sailed for three years out of the
MEBA Union Hall as both 2nd and 3rd Assistant Engineer. As temporary 2nd assistant
engineer on the SS AFRICAN GLADE, the ship experienced a major boiler fire in the port of
Bermuda. Assisted in extinguishing the fire, saving the ship, and supported ABS and the
U.S.C.G. in the investigation of the incident. Participated as an Expert Witness on
behalf of Farrell Lines. As a result of this effort, offered a permanent assignment as
second assistant engineer with Farrell Lines.
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
Marine Engineer’s Beneficial Association (retired)
IUOE, Stationary Engineer's, Local 39 (retired)
Society of Port Engineers President 2007
Council of Master Mariners
US Merchant Marine Alumni Association, San Francisco Chapter
Benicia Lutheran Church
Benicia Yacht Club
Elks Lodge 559
Solano County Association of Realtors
California Association of Realtors
National Association of Realtors
Curriculum Vitae
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