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Marine Technicians

Profiles

Profile - Mike Kelley, Ocean Observatory Supervisor

As ocean observatory supervisor, Kelley relies both on his formal education and skills developed on the job. �My interdisciplinary degree has been a huge benefit,� he explains.


Profile - Pat Iampietro, Hydrographer

Iampietro�s work requires an excellent understanding, both mechanically and functionally, of a wide range of technologies.


Profile - Rich Schramm, Software Engineer

One of the most enjoyable aspects of his work, according to Schramm, is working closely with scientists. He enjoys finding solutions for their challenges. �By having a good understanding of the principles of the measurements scientists use, we can advise them on what will and won�t work on certain equipment,� he explains.


Profile - Ken Kenerson - Able Seaman

A typical day for me at sea might include being a swimmer or a small boat operator for the submersible Alvin during launch and recovery operations, operating the crane for deployment or recovery of scientific equipment...and the list goes on!


Profile - Bervin Jenkins, Marine Electronics Technician

�As a lead electronics technician, I�m responsible for troubleshooting and operating side scan sonar systems,� Jenkins explains. The sonar systems are used to survey the sea floor in search and recovery missions.


Profile - Julep Gillman-Bryan, Marine Technician

�I was hired the day I graduated, so I went straight from school to work,� she explains. �The only major difference was that I started getting paid; that�s how relevant my training was.� Her education included marine biology, oceanography, water analysis and chemistry, photography, motor mechanics, and a lot of hands-on learning aboard CFCC�s research vessel Dan Moore.


Profile - Steven Hartz, Marine Technician

Hartz works with a variety of electronic equipment. �We�ve come into an era where we use computers and electronics for everything,� says Hartz, who maintains a network of ten computers on board the Alpha Helix.


Profile - Jeff Kowalishen, Technical Systems Manager

Jeff Kowalishen works as a technical systems manager for Divecon. �Because we�re a small company, we all wear several hats,� he says. His main responsibilities are for the ROV systems (monitoring equipment and supplies, preparing the ROVs for assignments, securing the necessary personnel), but he also manages the company�s drug and alcohol program, training, and purchasing.


Profile - Melanie Holland - Research Assistant



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