Ventura Harbor Boatyard Inc.
1415 Spinnaker Dr. Ventura, CA 93001
(805) 654-1433
Fax (805) 654-8066
 Steve James, General Manager/Owner
After receiving his B.A. in 1979 from Bloomsburg University in Bloomsburg, PA, Steve started his marine career as as USCG Captain for the Clipper Fleet out of Panama City, FL operating 120 ft. crew and 140 ft oil spill recovery vessels. He moved into administration as the Clipper Fleet Port Captain of the crew based operations in the Santa Barbara Channel. In 1984 Steve joined Jackson Offshore LTD in Ventura as Marine Manager and when the offshore business slowed he accepted the offer to become a Managing Partner at Ventura Harbor Boatyard in 1990 were he spent 8 years experiencing first hand all phases of ship maintenance and repair of commercial and recreational vessels. He supervised the weld and fabrications crews, machinists, electricians and shipwright services. He spent 1998 to 2001 as Rincon Marine, Inc.'s on-site contract and technical representative for the owner's start up operations and construction of two USCG SOLAS 4000HP 190 ft Anchor Handling Tug Supply Vessels and supervised their delivery to the West Coast. Steve returned to Ventura Harbor Boatyard in 2001 as the General Manager. |
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Dale Morris, Manager/Owner/Paint Shop
Dale spent a number of years at several boatyards perfecting his craft and standards before coming to Ventura Harbor in 1982 when he started his own business at Ventura Quay Boatworks. He stayed on with Ventura Harbor Boatyard when it was purchased in 1986, becoming a partner and owner in 1996. Dale is an integral component in the growth of the business. Dale's painting as well as his expert fiberglass fabrication and repair services are widely known for the quality and attention to detail he demands. Some of his customers come from as far north as Oregon and south as San Diego specifically for his service. |
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| Mike Hanson, Customer Service Manager
Mike is a local who grew up on the water and has 24 years experience maintaining and repairing boats of every kind. He has lived on a boat, built boats, raced boats, and is an experienced rigger and woodworker. He was involved in the construction of the original Ventura Quay Boatworks in 1982 and worked for them in charge of haul outs and vessel repair. When Ventura Harbor Boatyard bought Ventura Quay Boatworks in 1986, Mike became our Yard Manager. He currently coordinates all haul outs in the large and small boat facilities, and estimates and supervises specific jobs. Mike's knowledge and experience with all aspects of marine services puts the boat owner in good hands from start to finish. |
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Otto Havelaar, Service Manager
Otto was an essential addition to our staff in 2002, bringing 30 years of boating and marine experience with him. He started his career in Marina del Rey with Chris Craft Pacific from 1970 through 1976. Looking for another challenge, he came to Anacapa Marine Services in 1977 as Assistant General Manager. Ventura Harbor Boatyard is proud to have acquired such a customer service oriented person. As Service Manager he will ensure vessel repairs are effectively accomplished by determining, organizing and monitoring work in process. He will prepare estimates and condition found reports for customers and coordinate same with various craft shops. Otto has excellent communication skills and enjoys coordinating every aspect of a customer's needs from haul to launch. |
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| Tom Bowman , Mechanic Shop Foreman -Bios coming soon | |
| Ray Weaver , Electric/Electronic Services -Bios coming soon | |
| Travis Zirkle , Welding -Bios coming soon |
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