Family Owned and Operated Since 1999

Working with Johnson Marine Services is working with family. Our team consists of three generations of Johnson’s who are committed to excellence and integrity.

Today, Jim Johnson, both of his children, and two out of four of his grandchildren all work together to serve the Mississippi River, Inland River System, and the Gulf Coast Region.


James P. Johnson

Founder & President

Email: jim@johnsonmarinellc.com

Phone Number: 504-810-7234

Our President, James Johnson, is a U.S. Navy veteran and has held a variety of positions in the industry over the years to include working for a major barge line, managing marine repair yards and terminals and working in salvage industry. Jim now serves as the Founder and President of Johnson Marine Services, overseeing all of our day-to-day operations.


Jeffery A. Johnson, NAMS-CMS

Vice President & Principal Surveyor

Email: jeff@johnsonmarinellc.com

Phone Number: 504-201-2389

Our Principal Surveyor, Jeffrey Johnson, is a U.S. Navy veteran. He is certified by the National Association of Marine Surveyors and has successfully completed training in the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practices. Jeff has 20 years of experience in the maritime industry and is currently serving as the Vice President of Johnson Marine Services.


Joshua Johnson

Director of Marketing, Operations, and Photography; Surveyor

Email: joshua@johnsonmarinellc.com

Phone Number: 225-408-9650

Joshua Johnson, grandson of Jim Johnson and son of Kimberly Johnson, currently works on our team surveying and developing our marketing and photography divisions. Josh has completed his bachelors degree in Ministerial Leadership through Southeastern University and is attending LSU to gain a bachelor’s degree in Marketing.


Kimberly Johnson

Business Development & Marketing

Email: kim@johnsonmarinellc.com

Kimberly Johnson is helping to develop our Marketing and Business Development division. She has spent decades working in Marketing and Sales for a variety of different businesses including airlines and bookstores.


Hunter Svetanics

Aerial Services

Email: hunter@johnsonmarinellc.com

Hunter Svetanics, grandson of Jim Johnson and son of Kimberly Johnson, operates the Aerial Division of Johnson Marine Services. In 2019, Hunter received his Drone Pilot’s License from the FAA and continues to serve the needs of Johnson Marine and their clients.


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