North Florida
Shipyards, Inc.
Welcome Aboard Package
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Welcome to North Florida Shipyards! NFSY has been operating in ship repair and
conversion since 1977. Our expert team and dedicated work force is commited to
providing both our commercial and government clients with cost-effective vessel
conversion, dry-docking and repair services. We have worked on a wide range of
projects that have provided our team with the skills and expertise to work on a variety of
commerical and government vessels. We provide excellent repair service allowing you
to fulfill any comitments in a timely fashion. We intend to rise above expectations for
every customer.
We have detailed information throughout this package in order to help you learn more
about NFSY and the Jacksonville area. We hope this package answers any questions
you have, and helps you navigate and enjoy your stay in Jacksonville. Please do not
hesitate to contact any one of our team members with any questions you may have.
Thank you,
Matthew Self – NFSY President
Welcome Aboard Package
The Guide to NFSY and the Jacksonville Area
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North Florida Shipyards, Inc. is a family owned and operated company that manages
ship repair and conversion facilities in downtown and Mayport Naval Station in
Jacksonville, FL.
The company was founded in 1977 and incorporated in 1978. The company grew as an
outgrowth of Thermal Engineering Company, incorporated in 1967.
The main office and facility is located at Commodore’s Point. It has approximately
3800’of bulk-headed wharf, 210,000 sq. ft. of warehouse and shops, and resides on
approximately 25 acres of property. North Florida Shipyards Commodore’s Point facility
has been in the ship repair, conversion and modernization business since its inception
in 1978.
NFSY maintains craftsmen with in-depth experience and expertise in the following
technical areas:
Structural steel fabrication & installation Piping Rudder & propeller repairs
Outside machinery Hydraulics Electrical & Electronic
HVAC Lagging Diesel & Steam propulsion
Machining Joiner work Rigging
Blasting/coating Quality Assurance Material/Logistics control
About NFSY
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NFSY puts the safety of all customers, employees, contractors, and any guests before
anything else. We believe safety should always come first, and we strictly follow all
OSHA Laws and regulations in order to protect our employees and customers.
NFSY is a self-insured business, which makes safety an extremely high priority. We
want to minimize and eliminate as many potential hazards as possible.
In order to prevent safety hazards, NFSY has developed many standard operating
procedures in order to provide all individuals with guidelines on how to handle various
situations to abide by all OSHA regulations. Such procedures include environmental
management and hazmat waste plans, heavy weather plans, toxic hazardous
substance control, Quality Assurance training, fire protection plans, etc.
Our safety coordinators at both our Commodores Point and Mayport facilities are
responsible for the safety and injury care of the entire yard. The safety department is
constantly in the yard ensuring all employees follow safety rules and regulations put in
place to protect everyone in the yard. All persons in the yard must wear steel toe safety
boots, safety glasses, and a hard hat. All persons and employees are expected to follow
all safety policies and procedures.
Ship repair requires many hard laborious activities that could be potentially harmful to
individuals if the proper safety policies are not put in place. All employees are provided
with the proper training and safety information before they enter the field. We encourage
all employees to report any injuries, regardless of the severity. We want to ensure all
injuries are treated, and that employees are able to get proper care. We also want to
guarantee a safe work environment for all individuals, and can only do so if potential
dangers are reported to management.
NFSY believes all accidents can be prevented
and that management is the one responsible
for that prevention. As stated before safety is
the number one priority, and we intend to make
sure all standard operating policies and
procedures are followed and enforced in
conjunction with all OSHA Laws and
regulations.
Safety Information
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Commodores Point Layout
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Organization Chart
North Florida Shipyards, Inc.
Matthew Self
President
Scott Haynes
Facility Manager
Yard Maintenance
Tool Room
Shipping & Receiving
Joe Hartley
Vice President
Project Managers
Coordinators
Foremen
Drydock/Travelift
David Woods
CFO
Finance(AP/AR)
Payroll
Holly Shiffert-Self Vice President
Personnel
Training
Purchasing
Workman's Comp
David MartinQA Director
Quality Assurance Oversight
Non Destructive Examination/Testing
(NDE/NDT)
Gene AlleyChief Estimator
Carol Crews
Executive Assistant
Eddie AverySafety Director
Danny MartinMayport General
Manager
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Joe HartleyVice President
Drydock/Travelift
Rob Stephenson
Tom Hallisey
Mike Varela
Outfitter Superintendent
Richard TakacsElectrical
Travis LawrenceOutside Machine
Eddie HarwellPaint & Labor
Randy VinsonCrane & Rigging
Project Managers
& Coordinators
Carlos Garcia
Colin Proudfoot
Robert McClean
Saint Blanc
Katharina Self
Dwane Strickland
Elias Nevarez
Joe Ducote
Steel Superintendent
Fabrication
Pipe
Doug Sparks
Down River
Coleman HarwellAdministrative
Support
Organizational Chart
Commodores Point Production
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Organizational Chart
Mayport
Danny MartinGeneral Manager
Ronald ThomasProduction Manager
Project Managers
James Self
Bobby Smith
Wray Bridger
Production Supervisors
Fabrication
Electrical
Outside Machine
Pipe
Paint & Labor
Walter Smith
Estimator
Emilee BiciAdministrative
Support
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North Florida Shipyards, Inc. prides itself on our highly skilled and dedicated team of
executive employees. Here at NFSY we strive to ensure all work is completed with the
highest level of accuracy and satisfaction.
Matthew Self, President
Matthew serves as the current president of NFSY. He graduated from Marquette University with a
degree in mechanical engineering. He has worked with NFSY for over 20 years in various
positions throughout his career. Matthew deals directly with clients and all company departments.
Walter (Joe) Hartley, Vice President of Operations
Joe recently joined the team here at NFSY and has a great deal of experience in ship repair and
conversion. Joe has worked for companies including Atlantic Marine, Atlantic Dry Dock, Tampa
Bay Shipbuilding & Repair, and many others. As Vice President of Operations, Joe oversees
Production of the yard.
Holly Shiffert-Self, Vice President
Daughter of our founder and former president, Joseph Shiffert, Holly has been actively involved in
NFSY after she completed graduate school. Holly is also a Marquette University graduate who
runs the day to day financial responsibilities.
David Woods, CFO
David manages the financial duties and responsibilities of NFSY, while also overseeing the
accounts payable and accounts receivable departments. David has his MBA and extensive
experience in the maritime industry.
Eugene Alley, Chief Estimator
Gene, a graduate of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point, brings 45 years of
marine experience in vessel operations, new construction, conversion and repair. Gene ensures
that each customer’s requirements and expectations are clearly understood.
Daniel Martin, Mayport General Manager
Daniel, who goes by Danny, oversees our Mayport Division. Danny owns and operates St. Johns
Marine Services, LLC and works as a consultant with NFSY. His experience includes working
with Atlantic Dry Dock, Detyens Shipyards, Atlantic Marine, and East Coast Repair and
Fabrication. Danny has managed major ship repair availabilities including aircraft carriers,
cruisers, destroyers, frigates, and minesweepers.
Meet Our Executive Team
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North Florida Shipyard Contact List
Position Name Title Number Email Contract Administrator Matthew Self President 904-302-5489 [email protected] Contract Alternate Joe Hartley VP of Operations 904-302-6972 [email protected] Shipyard Safety Eddie Avery Safety Director 904-302-9633 [email protected] Warehouse Administrator Maurice Reine Warehouse Mgr 904-3025685 [email protected] Mayport Administrator Danny Martin General Mgr/Mypt 904-302-5034 [email protected] Estimating Eugene Alley Chief Estimator 904-302-5049 [email protected] Estimating Julie Krapf Estimating Assistant 904-425-5069 [email protected] Purchasing Charles Fenwick Purchasing Agent 904-302-6974 [email protected] Quality Assurance David Martin QA Manager 904-302-5034 [email protected] Quality Assurance Daniel Losco QA Assistant 904-302-9635 [email protected]
Regulatory Body Contacts
United States Coast Guard - Jacksonville Sector 4200 Ocean Street, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
Primary Phone: 904-564-7500 Emergency Phone: 904-564-5711/12 Fax Number: 904-564-7606 Response Phone: 904-564-7537
Incident Mgmt. Phone: 904-564-7606 Enforcement Phone: 904-564-7514 Prevention Phone: 904-564-7549 Inspection Phone: 904-564-7653
Investigations Phone: 904-564-7656 Prep/Planning Phone: 904-564-7546
DNV GL – Jacksonville Main Office 5011 Gate Parkway, Suite 130
Phone: 904-645-6090
American Bureau of Shipping – Jacksonville Station 4040 Woodcock Drive, Suite 170, Jacksonville, FL 32207
Phone: 904-306-1125 Night Phone: 1-866-559-2472 Fax: 904-727-9166
In Case of Emergency Call 911
Contact Information
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Our Commodores Point facility is located in downtown Jacksonville, right on the St.
Johns River. Our Mayport facility is located on the Mayport Naval Base. We have
included information on hotels, restaurants, shopping, and entertainment for your
convenience.
Hotels
Downtown Hotels
Omni Jacksonville Hotel 245 Water Street Jacksonville, FL 32202 904-355-6664
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront 225 E Coastline Dr Jacksonville, FL 32202 904-588-1234
Double Tree by Hilton 1201 Riverplace Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32207 904-398-8800
Wyndham Jacksonville Riverfront 1515 Prudential Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32207 904-396-5100
Hilton Garden Inn 1201 Kings Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32207 904-396-6111
Extended Stay America 1413 Prudential Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32207 904-396-1777
Homewood Suites 1201 Kings Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32207 904-396-6888
Hampton Inn Jacksonville 1331 Prudential Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32207 904-396-7770
Mayport Hotels
Best Western Mayport Inn & Suites 2389 Mayport Rd, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233 844-248-8410
Holiday Inn Express Mayport 2040 Mayport Rd, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233 904-435-0700
One Ocean Resort Hotel & Spa One Ocean Blvd, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233 904-249-7402
Days Inn Neptune Beach 1401 Atlantic Blvd, Neptune Beach, FL 32266 904-249-2777
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Restaurants
Downtown Restaurants
BB’s Restaurant & Bar 1019 Hendricks Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32207 904-306-0100
Black Sheep Restaurant 1534 Oak St, Jacksonville, FL 32204 904-380-3091
Burrito Gallery 218 East Adams Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202 904-598-2922
Chart House 1501 Riverplace Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32207 904-398-3353
Chomp Chomp 106 East Adams Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202 904-762-4667
Hawkers Asian Street Fare 1001 Park St, Jacksonville, FL 32204 904-508-0342
Hightide Burrito Co. 1538 Hendricks Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32207 904-683-7396
The Jacksonville Landing 2 Independent Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32202 904-353-1188
Maple Street Biscuit Company 2004 San Marco Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32207 904-398-1004
River City Brewing Company 835 Museum Cir, Jacksonville, FL 32207 904-398-2299
Ruth’s Christ 1201 Riverplace Blvd, Jacksonville FL, 32207 904-396-6200
Sushi Café 2025 Riverside Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32204 904-384-2888
University Club of Jacksonville 1301 Riverplace Blvd, 27th fl, Jacksonville, FL 904-396-1687
Mayport/Beaches Restaurants
Al’s Pizza 303 Atlantic Blvd, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233 904-249-0002
Culhane’s Irish Pub & Tavern 967 Atlantic Blvd, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233 904-249-9595
Flying Iguana Taqueria & Tequila Bar 207 Atlantic Blvd, Neptune Beach, FL 32266 904-853-5680
Gumbo Ya Ya’s 14333 Beach Blvd Ste 101, Jacksonville, FL 904-223-0202
Mambos Cuban Café 2158 Mayport Rd #6, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233 904-249-7784
Nick the Greek 1487 Mayport Road, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233 904-241-0070
North Beach Bistro 725 Atlantic Blvd, Atlantic Beach, Fl 32233 904-372-4105
Ocean’s 60 60 Ocean Blvd, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233 904-247-0060
Poe’s Tavern 363 Atlantic Blvd, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233 904-241-7637
Ragtime Tavern Seafood & Grill 207 Atlantic Blvd, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233 904-241-7877
Tama’s Sushi 106 First Street, Neptune Beach, FL 32266 904-241-0099
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Shopping
Here in Jacksonville there are hundreds of places to shop. On the Southside of town there is the
Avenues Mall, located off of Southside Blvd and Phillips Hwy, as well as the St. John’s Town
Center located off of Gate Parkway near the University of North Florida. There are dozens of
boutiques located in the Riverside area near Park Street. There are also many great shops near
the beach throughout Ponte Vedra all the way down to Atlantic Beach. This city has so much to
offer. Get out there and explore!
Movie Theaters
Regal Avenues Stadium 20 9525 Phillips Hwy, Jacksonville, FL 32256 844-462-7342 ext680
Regal Beach Blvd Stadium 18 14051 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32250 844-462-7342 ext188
Cinemark Tinseltown 4535 Southside Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32216 904-998-2122
San Marco Theatre 1996 San Marco Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32207 904-396-4845
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Entertainment
Autobahn Indoor Speedway 6601 Executive Park Ct N, Jacksonville, FL 32216 904-425-5005
Florida Theatre 128 E Forsyth Street, Jacksonville, FL 32205 904-355-5661
Latitude 360 Jacksonville 10370 Phillips Hwy, Jacksonville, FL 32256 904-365-5555
MOSH (Science Museum) 1025 Museum Cir, Jacksonville, FL 32207 904-396-6674
Check http://events.jacksonville.com/ and http://www.visitjacksonville.com/events/ to find out about local events going
on here in the Jacksonville.
JAX Airport
Jacksonville International Airport
2400 Yankee Clipper Dr.
Jacksonville, FL 32218
904-714-4902
For Flight Schedules Visit:
http://www.flyjacksonville.com/content.aspx?id=23
General Information
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As the President of North Florida Shipyards, I want to thank you for allowing us the opportunity to serve you.
Please help us serve you better by taking a couple of minutes to tell us about the service that you have received so far
by filling out the survey information below and mailing it back to me in the enclosed addressed envelope, or e-mailing
it to myself or any one of our team members.
We appreciate your business and want to make sure we meet and/or exceed your expectations.
Sincerely,
Matthew J. Self
President
North Florida Shipyards, Inc.
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Provided service 1 2 3 4 5
Quality of communications 1 2 3 4 5
Quality of workmanship 1 2 3 4 5
Schedule/deadlines 1 2 3 4 5
Shop/Craft Foremen and Leadermen
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Machinist 1 2 3 4 5
Shipfitters & Welders 1 2 3 4 5
Pipe Fitters 1 2 3 4 5
Painters 1 2 3 4 5
Carpenters & Laggers 1 2 3 4 5
Electricians 1 2 3 4 5
Project Manager:
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Overall knowledge of requested Work 1 2 3 4 5
Helpfulness/willingness to assist you 1 2 3 4 5
Able to help you resolve problems 1 2 3 4 5
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