CHARLES BARNETT
Bel Air
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Commercial Diver
Eastern Marine Services
Essex
07.2025 - Current
- Performed underwater inspections for structural integrity and safety compliance.
- Collaborated with teams to assess marine environments and execute project plans.
- Maintained diving gear, ensuring operational readiness and safety standards.
- Executed underwater welding and cutting tasks for repair projects.
- Assisted in underwater construction activities, adhering to project specifications.
- Documented dive logs and reports for regulatory compliance and project tracking.
- Conducted underwater inspections of ships, docks and other structures to identify potential problems or hazards.
- Assessed dive area for potential hazards.
- Recovered items by placing rigging around sunken objects and operating winches.
- Operated underwater video, sonar, and recording equipment.
Store Manager / Assistant Beer Buyer
Fairgrounds Discount Beverages
02.2021 - 11.2024
- Managed daily store operations and supervised staff, including hiring, training, and scheduling.
- Oversaw an extensive inventory, assisted in beer purchasing and vendor relations to maintain a diverse, high-quality product lineup including, stocking, merchandising, and sales strategy.
- Organized successful in-store events to enhance customer engagement and drive sales.
- Demonstrated strong skills in retail management, purchasing, logistics, scheduling, customer service, and team leadership.
Security Director
Battle Tested Security / Magerks Pub & Grille
Baltimore
10.2018 - 06.2024
- Led and managed security operations across multiple high-volume nightlife venues.
- Organized multiple contracts for events at the Ravens and Eagles football stadiums.
- Oversaw staffing, scheduling, payroll, and daily operations.
- Supplied gear and transportation, while ensuring a safe and secure environment for guests and staff.
- Built & led successful security teams, showcasing leadership, conflict resolution, public relations, and crisis management skills.
- Proven track record in team development, operational efficiency, and maintaining positive client and patron relations.
Executive Protection Specialist
Massada Tactical
01.2018 - 12.2019
- Served on a specialized private security team providing executive protection for clients across various environments, including Jewish temples, casinos, and private transport assignments.
- Operated in both uniformed and plainclothes roles, blending tactical awareness with discretion.
- Trained in paramilitary tactics, defensive driving, close protection, firearms, and situational threat response.
- Demonstrated strong skills in risk assessment, client safety, team coordination, and high-pressure decision-making.
Various Military Leadership and Safety Manager
U.S. Marine Corps
01.2012 - 12.2019
- Served in various leadership and specialized roles across global deployments and domestic operations.
- Originally trained as an Amphibious Assault Vehicle Crewman; reclassified as a Combat Food Service Specialist.
- Served in diverse environments including galley operations, field kitchens, and as head chef during international operations in Japan, China, South Korea, and the Philippines.
- Promoted to roles of increasing responsibility including: Marine Corps Martial Arts Instructor, Swim and Fitness Instructor, Machine Gunner (Crew-Served Weapons), Color Guard NCO and Sergeant, recognized for ceremonial excellence, Single Marine Program Leader, coordinating morale and welfare activities.
- Staff NCO (Reserve Unit, PA) - Oversaw operational support and leadership functions prior to COVID-19.
- Organized annual seminars focusing on different aspects of workplace safety such as electrical safety, chemical storage practices.
- Supervised dives to ensure safety of participants.
- Developed and implemented safety protocols to ensure the safety of construction personnel.
- Monitored daily production process for adherence to safety regulations and documented all safety violations accordingly.
- Completed Quartermaster School and participated in numerous training ops beyond culinary duties.
- Known for adaptability, leadership under pressure, team mentorship, and cross-functional capabilities in both combat and garrison environments.
Dual Certified Scuba Diving Instructor & Cressi Dealer
Bottoms Up Scuba 5-Star Dive Shop
08.2016 - 06.2018
- Certified PADI and SDI Specialty Instructor.
- Instructed / certified over 50 students in a variety of courses, ensuring safety, skill mastery, and confidence underwater.
- Oversaw site to site travel, conducted classes, sold gear, managed equipment, and assisted with shop operations.
- Demonstrated strong leadership, sales, customer service, and technical diving skills in classroom and open water environments.
Education
Associate's degree - History & Science
Harford Community College
Bel Air, MD09.2025
Professional Commercial Diving Program -
Divers Institute of Technology
Seattle, WA07.2025
Skills
- Retail management and operations
- Inventory management
- Team leadership
- Customer service excellence
- Risk analysis
- Event planning
- Employee development
Certification
• Secret Security Clearance, Active, 12/31/27
• DCBC Unrestricted Surface Supplied Diver with Occupational SCUBA endorsement, 07/31/27
• ADCI Entry Level Diver/Tender-International Endorsement, 07/31/27
• TWIC, In Process
• HazMat & WAC Hazwopper, Job Safety Analysis (JSA)
• DAN Diving First Aid
• Kirby Morgan Hat User/Operator
• Rigger API (RP-2D) (REV-7)
• PADI & SDI Specialty Scuba Instructor, Divemaster, Rescue Diver
• Level 1 Liquid Penetrant Testing (NDT)
• NAUI Open Water & Nitrox (EANX)
• Level 2 Magnetic Particle Testing (NDT)
• Combat Lifesaver (CLS) & Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC)
* CASCO Straight Baton and ASP Expandable Baton
* O.C. Pepper Spray
* Food Safety Supervisor / Manager Course
* MRTC Maintenance Management Course
* MRTC Owner / Operator Course
* OSHA 10
• DCBC Unrestricted Surface Supplied Diver with Occupational SCUBA endorsement, 07/31/27
• ADCI Entry Level Diver/Tender-International Endorsement, 07/31/27
• TWIC, In Process
• HazMat & WAC Hazwopper, Job Safety Analysis (JSA)
• DAN Diving First Aid
• Kirby Morgan Hat User/Operator
• Rigger API (RP-2D) (REV-7)
• PADI & SDI Specialty Scuba Instructor, Divemaster, Rescue Diver
• Level 1 Liquid Penetrant Testing (NDT)
• NAUI Open Water & Nitrox (EANX)
• Level 2 Magnetic Particle Testing (NDT)
• Combat Lifesaver (CLS) & Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC)
* CASCO Straight Baton and ASP Expandable Baton
* O.C. Pepper Spray
* Food Safety Supervisor / Manager Course
* MRTC Maintenance Management Course
* MRTC Owner / Operator Course
* OSHA 10
References
Available upon request
Military Experience
U.S. Marine Corps, 01/01/12, 12/31/17, 01/01/18, 12/31/19, Served in various leadership and specialized roles across global deployments and domestic operations., Originally trained as an Amphibious Assault Vehicle Crewman; reclassified as a Combat Food Service Specialist., Served in diverse environments including galley operations, field kitchens, and as head chef during international operations in Japan, China, South Korea, and the Philippines., Promoted to roles of increasing responsibility including: Marine Corps Martial Arts Instructor, Swim and Fitness Instructor, Machine Gunner (Crew-Served Weapons), Color Guard NCO and Sergeant, recognized for ceremonial excellence, Single Marine Program Leader, coordinating morale and welfare activities., Staff NCO (Reserve Unit, PA) - Oversaw operational support and leadership functions prior to COVID-19., Completed Quartermaster School and participated in numerous training ops beyond culinary duties., Known for adaptability, leadership under pressure, team mentorship, and cross-functional capabilities in both combat and garrison environments.
Accomplishments
3 Letters of Appreciation
Timeline
Commercial Diver
Eastern Marine Services
07.2025 - Current
Store Manager / Assistant Beer Buyer
Fairgrounds Discount Beverages
02.2021 - 11.2024
Security Director
Battle Tested Security / Magerks Pub & Grille
10.2018 - 06.2024
Executive Protection Specialist
Massada Tactical
01.2018 - 12.2019
Dual Certified Scuba Diving Instructor & Cressi Dealer
Bottoms Up Scuba 5-Star Dive Shop
08.2016 - 06.2018
Various Military Leadership and Safety Manager
U.S. Marine Corps
01.2012 - 12.2019
Associate's degree - History & Science
Harford Community College
Professional Commercial Diving Program -
Divers Institute of Technology