John Malone
Belton
Summary
Professional diver with extensive underwater experience and strong focus on safety and precision. Adept at conducting inspections, repairs, and salvaging operations, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and effectively. Reliable team player with flexible approach to changing needs and challenges. Known for strong problem-solving skills and calm demeanor under pressure, enhancing team performance and achieving optimal results.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Diver/Dive Tender/Docbuilder
Local Union 1556
01.1997 - 04.2023
- Conducted underwater inspections to assess structural integrity of marine facilities.
- Utilized SCUBA equipment for safe and effective dives in various aquatic environments.
- Executed routine maintenance on diving gear, ensuring optimal performance and safety standards.
- Assisted in underwater construction projects, collaborating with team members for efficiency.
- Participated in safety briefings, enhancing knowledge of emergency procedures and protocols.
- Trained new divers on safety practices and operational procedures to foster a safe work environment.
- Identified potential hazards during dives, contributing to overall risk management strategies.
- Utilized advanced diving techniques for specialized projects such as cave diving or ice diving missions.
- Performed emergency response drills to enhance team preparedness during critical situations.
- Utilized underwater telephones, beacons and signal lines to effectively communicate with staff above water.
- Improved underwater visibility with effective communication and dive light utilization.
- Contributed to improved team dynamics among divers through active listening skills and providing constructive feedback during debriefings.
- Collaborated with engineering teams on pipeline inspection projects, providing detailed feedback on necessary repairs or maintenance work needed.
- Assisted divers with equipment preparation and safety checks before underwater operations.
- Monitored dive site conditions to ensure safety and compliance with operational protocols.
- Coordinated communication between surface team and divers during underwater activities.
- Conducted routine maintenance on diving gear to uphold operational readiness and safety standards.
- Documented dive logs and incident reports, ensuring accurate record-keeping for regulatory compliance.
- Trained new team members on equipment handling and emergency procedures to enhance team efficiency.
- Collaborated with supervisors to identify process improvements for diving operations and equipment usage.
- Assisted in maintaining a positive work environment on site, addressing any concerns or issues that arose during diving operations and collaborating with team members to find effective solutions.
- Reported to diving supervisor regarding status of deck equipment provided for diving operation.
- Ensured timely completion of projects, coordinating communication between divers and surface crew.
- Assisted divers with equipment maintenance, preparation, and testing before and after each dive.
- Reported symptoms or suspected symptoms as early and accurately as possible to prevent serious incidents.
- Coordinated closely with other marine professionals such as marine biologists or engineers throughout each project phase to ensure seamless integration between disciplines.
- Minimized downtime during dives by preemptively identifying potential issues with equipment or environmental conditions before they became problematic.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to OSHA and commercial diving regulations during all operations.
- Assisted in the successful completion of underwater construction projects through efficient tender support services.
- Enhanced diver safety by conducting thorough equipment inspections and maintenance procedures.
- Operated, monitored and maintained generators, compressors, and pumps.
- Improved dive efficiency with meticulous organization of tools and equipment for underwater tasks.
- Managed gear inventory efficiently, ensuring availability of necessary tools for each project task.
- Supported dive team operations by effectively managing air supply and decompression schedules.
- Maintained diver's logbook detailing dives, medical examinations, courses taken, and personal equipment maintenance.
- Mentored new team members on proper techniques for handling specialized diving equipment, increasing their confidence in executing assigned tasks while submerged.
- Facilitated smooth diving operations through effective communication with both divers and surface crew members using hand signals, radios, or submersible telephones.
- Maintained full understanding of dive plan and asked appropriate questions to iron out any confusing details, consistently upholding safety, efficiency and project standards.
- Discussed equipment failures and medical problems arising during dives.
- Used power and hand tools to remove objects obstructing marine railways and strainers with safety and accuracy.
- Used diver helpers, diving suits and other scuba gear properly and safely to aid in successful diving operations.
- Supervised and trained other divers in performance of essential functions and duties of position.
- Recovered objects beneath silt and water, connecting hooks and elevating with cranes, winches or derricks.
- Repaired bridge structures in high-risk underwater setting.
- Inspected underwater pipelines, pilings, buoy systems and plant intakes with CCTV, digital photography and testing equipment.
- Checked and maintained diving equipment such as helmets, air tanks or gauges.
- Checked all personal diving equipment to identify and correct functional concerns prior to scheduled dives.
- Recovered lost items and performed salvage operations in challenging underwater conditions.
- Conducted detailed underwater inspections for structural integrity and potential hazards.
- Completed complex underwater tasks, such as welding, cutting, and rigging, leading to successful project completions.
- Handled underwater inspections and welding repair work.
Diver/Dive Tender/Diver Medic
Global Divers and Contractors
11.1994 - 11.1996
- Executed underwater inspections to assess structural integrity of submerged infrastructure.
- Utilized advanced diving equipment for safe and efficient underwater operations.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate diving schedules and logistics.
- Conducted routine maintenance on diving gear, ensuring optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Assisted in the development of emergency response protocols for underwater incidents.
- Documented dive logs and reports accurately for project tracking and compliance purposes.
- Supported training sessions for new divers, enhancing team competency and safety awareness.
- Maintained accurate dive logs for regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.
- Used power and hand tools to remove objects obstructing marine railways and strainers with safety and accuracy.
- Recovered lost items and performed salvage operations in challenging underwater conditions.
- Conducted detailed underwater inspections for structural integrity and potential hazards.
- Completed complex underwater tasks, such as welding, cutting, and rigging, leading to successful project completions.
- Used diver helpers, diving suits and other scuba gear properly and safely to aid in successful diving operations.
- Conducted regular equipment inventory audits to ensure timely replacement of worn-out gear or malfunctioning devices.
- Supervised and trained other divers in performance of essential functions and duties of position.
- Recovered objects beneath silt and water, connecting hooks and elevating with cranes, winches or derricks.
- Enhanced safety measures by conducting thorough pre-dive checks and equipment maintenance.
- Provided valuable training to new divers by sharing experience, expertise, and best practices in diving operations.
- Inspected underwater pipelines, pilings, buoy systems and plant intakes with CCTV, digital photography and testing equipment.
- Maintained and checked diving equipment for functionality and safety.
- Successfully completed decompression procedures after deep dives, ensuring diver safety and health.
- Assisted in the installation of subsea structures, contributing to the development of offshore infrastructure projects.
- Handled underwater inspections and welding repair work.
- Reviewed all emergency procedures before each dive and followed safety protocols to protect team members.
- Communicated with workers on surface while underwater using signal lines or telephones.
- Checked and maintained diving equipment such as helmets, air tanks or gauges.
- Checked all personal diving equipment to identify and correct functional concerns prior to scheduled dives.
- Assisted divers with equipment preparation and deployment during underwater operations.
Education
Commercial Diving Certification - Commercial Diving
The Ocean Corporation
Houston, TX11-1994
Skills
- Rescue diving techniques
- Underwater navigation
- Underwater communication
- Underwater construction
- Dive planning skills
- Deep diving expertise
- Surface marker buoy deployment
- Boat handling skills
- Search and recovery techniques
Certification
- Certified Commercial Diver - 1994-
- Diver Medic Certified - 1995-1996
- Dockbuilder Journeyman - 1997-2023
Timeline
Diver/Dive Tender/Docbuilder
Local Union 1556
01.1997 - 04.2023
Diver/Dive Tender/Diver Medic
Global Divers and Contractors
11.1994 - 11.1996
Commercial Diving Certification - Commercial Diving
The Ocean Corporation