Objective
Objective: To obtain a challenging position in an environment where I can continue to learn and upgrade as a mariner. Will contribute 25+ years of maritime experience to maintain high levels of ship safety and operational efficiency. Dependable, motivated Senior Mate with over 25 years of maritime experience on rivers across the U.S.
Experience
SUN CRUZ CASINO 2002-2007
Watch Standing- Typical tasks: navigates the vessel by electronic and other means; maneuvers the vessel as necessary; writes navigational logs; directs seamen on watch; operates radiotelephone and other communication equipment; assists Master during special sea or anchor detail. Vessel Command- Typical tasks: in the Master's absence, commands the vessel by having direct responsibility for the operational readiness and operation of the vessel; assigns duties and responsibilities to ship's crew. Deck Department Coordination- Typical task: directs ship's crew; checks and maintains the upkeep of safety and lifesaving equipment are properly secured for sea; observes precautions common to the ordinary practice of seamanship. NATIONAL MARITIME UNION 1994-2002 Stands watch from bow of ship or wing of bridge to look for obstruction in path of ship; Steers ship and maintain visual communication with other ships; Steers ship under direction of ship's commander or navigating officer, or directs helmsman to steer, following the designated course; Overhauls lifeboats and lifeboat gear, and lowers or raises lifeboats with winch or falls; Stands by wheel when ship is on automatic pilot and verifies accuracy of course by comparing with magnetic compass; Gives directions to crew engaged in cleaning wheelhouse and quarter deck; Maintains ship's log while in port, and stands gangway watch to prevent unauthorized people from boarding the ship; Stows or removes cargo from ship's hold; Relays specified signals to ship's in vicinity, using visual signaling devices, such as blinker light as semaphore.
Education
United States Coast Guard- U.S. Merchant Marine Officer License2005 Old Stanton High School- High School Diploma-1961
Certification
American Heart Safety & Health Inst- Adult/Child CPR & AED Certification
Skils