Objective
To gain employment with a reputable organization while obtaining a challenging and rewarding
position, in which I can utilize my skills and broaden my experience in the Maritime industry.
Extremely hard working mariner with 11 years of experience in the commercial fishing
industry.
Career spent working from the Gulf of Alaska to the Bering Sea.
Comfortable working in the most extreme of conditions.
Familiar and confident working in fast paced and high stress situations.
Highly skilled crane operator.
Experience
Deck Boss/Deckhand/Asst. Engineer Jul 2007 to Current
TRIDENT SEAFOODS INC. - Seattle, WA
DECK BOSS:
Assigned and supervised daily work duties.
Ensured compliance with safe work practices.
Conducted monthly safety meetings, emergency drills and equipment inspections.
Performed all other required deckhand duties.
DECKHAND:
Line handling (mooring, splicing).
Operating hydraulic systems (cranes, anchor wench, conveyor belts).
Loading, offloading, and securing of all cargo.
Maintained deck, equipment, and gear (cleaning, repairing, calibrating, and
lubrication).
Rigging
Clerical (Alaska Department of Fish & Game paperwork).
General housekeeping.
ASST. ENGINEER:
Responsible for the maintenance of all engine room and deck machinery/equipment.
(mechanical, electrical, refrigeration, hydraulic, and fuel systems.
Performed daily, weekly, and monthly preventive maintenance as scheduled.
Maintained proper circulation and water temperature in fish holds.
Kept up to date maintenance and fuel logs.
Supervised fueling of vessel.
Made emergency repairs and or overhauls when needed.
Commercial Fisherman/Deckhand/Relief Captain Mar 2003 to Apr 2008
SELF EMPLOYED - AK
DECKHAND:
Instrumental in catching millions of lbs. of crab, salmon, cod, pollock, and herring.
Maintained deck equipment and fishing gear.
RELIEF CAPTAIN:
Assumed first in command in taking over all navigation and pilot house responsibilities.
Education
SCUBA, Divemaster, Rescue Diver, Enriched Air Diver 2011
PADI (Professional Association of Dive Instructors) - Tampa, FL
Skydiving, "A" License 2010
USPA (United States Parachuting Association) - Zephyrhills, FL
Helicopter Aviation 2002
Wallace State Community College - Hanceville , AL
High School Diploma 1987
Morgantown High School - Morgantown, WV
Certification
Merchant Mariner Credential
Able Bodied Seaman (Unlimited)
Lifeboatman
100 Gross Ton Master (Near Coastal)
Commercial Assistance Towing
Wiper
Stewards Dept. (FH)
Security Awareness
STCW-95
TWIC
Skils
Leadership
Communication
Self Motivated
Problem Solving
Decision Making
Team Player
Attention to Detail
Mechanically Inclined
Fast Leaner
Rigging
MILITARY EXPERIENCE Security Specialist (Heavy Weapons Specialist) Jun 1987 to Oct 1989
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE - Aviano, Italy
Responsible for the security, transport, and uploading/downloading of "Priority A"
nuclear resources.