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Thomas (44)

World, North America, USA, Arlington

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Think twice before you speak, because your words and influence will plant the seed of either success or failure in the mind of another.

Volunteer since
2016

Speaks

I can only speak English. I know very little French and Tagalog and Spanish.

Last seen online
more than 6 month ago

About me

I am a former United States Marine. I hold myself to very high standards morally and ethically. I have four children. I am married. I love to volunteer and travel. I work offshore in the oil and gas industry as a Subsea Robotics Engineer/Remotely Operated Vehicle(ROV) pilot for a major oil and gas company. With my job I get to travel a lot as well. I have been all over the globe in my travels. From all over the United States, Europe, Middle East, Asia, Africa, South America and the Caribbean. My hobbies are SCUBA diving, fishing, camping, working out, swimming, video games, basketball, tennis, racquetball, going out to live sporting events and musical events and also leisure driving. Anything outdoors, count me in. Also, I have one year left until I receive my degree in Engineering Management Technology.

Preferred location

I am planning on doing a lot of traveling for the next few years. I want to do as much volunteering as possible. I am a very positive person. I have taught before. I am great with electronics and computers. I also am versed in mechanics and hydraulics as well. I have broken in horses before. I have done farm work before. Castrated cattle, gave shots, feedings. There isn't much that I can't do or I am not willing to give a shot doing. As long as it is safe and will not endanger life, limb or property I am fine with it. Need some help, let me know.

Skills

I have extensive training through my 11 years in the Marines. I was an Aviation Electronics Technician, a recruiter, rifle and pistol marksmanship instructor and teacher while in the Marines. Now I work offshore in the oil and gas industry as a Remotely Operated Vehicle pilot/technician. I am certified in first aid/aed, hazardous waste clean up and have all my certification to work onboard platforms and ships worldwide. I am also a certified scuba diver as well. I have four children, all boys, with my oldest being 13 years old and youngest being 1 year old. So I know how to handle children. I love doing pretty much anything outside and I always love a challenge. I am also finishing up my degree in Engineer Management Technology. I am in my senior year. But it is all done online so I can travel for my job and volunteer as much as possible. Let me know how I can help you.

Additional info

I am not a smoker, I have a drivers license, I am not a vegetarian and I have no allergies.

I am open to all food types. I am not a picky eater. I use to smoke but have not smoked in four years.

Type of work I want to do

  • construction
  • farming
  • gardening
  • help in the house
  • language practice
  • maintenance tasks
  • teaching projects
  • animal care
  • charity work
  • computer help
  • eco projects
  • internet support
  • pet sitting
  • tourist support

Where I want to volunteer

Asia

China, Indonesia, Korea, Republic of, Philippines, Russian Federation, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, Viet Nam

Europe

Denmark, England, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, ... 11 moreMalta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Scotland, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, Wales

Africa

South Africa

Caribbean

Anguilla, Antigua & Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Cuba, Dominica, ... 15 moreDominican Republic, Grenada, Guadeloupe, Haiti, Jamaica, Martinique, Montserrat, Netherlands Antilles, Puerto Rico, Saint Vincent & the Grenadines, St Kitts & Nevis, St Lucia, Trinidad & Tobago, Turks and Caicos Islands, US Virgin Islands

South America

Argentina, Chile

Oceania

Australia, Fiji, Guam, New Zealand

Central America

Belize, Costa Rica, Honduras

North America

Canada, USA

More photos about me

Biking across lake portage to portage glacier near Anchorage
Standing on Portage glacier
Portage Glacier Selfie
My wife, my two middle sons and myself in Vale, Colorado
Myself in beautiful Norway!
Portage Glacier
Standing in front of Buckingham Palace, London, England
SCUBA diving in St. Thomas, USVI
Ready for Church, outside my old apartment
When I was in the Marines during recruiting duty, yes the gu
On a C-130 on my way to Washington D.C.
At work
This was a mess
In transit to Congo, Africa.  Cayman Brac in the background.
In transit to Congo, Africa.  Cape Verde in the background.
Work, work work
This is an ROV.
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