Objective
I am a resourceful and determined professional with extensive background in maritime operations. I am looking for either a Captain or Mates position. I currently captain of a 149-passenger, 65-foot dinner boat. I charter my sailing vessel to the public for captained cruises. I'm skilled in a variety of areas useful in maritime situations including medical, diesel engine, electronics and fire fighting as well as personnel management, interaction with the general public, and an ability to work in difficult and stressful situations. Focused negotiator who strives for win-win situations and client satisfaction. Outstanding communications skills and an ability to work with individuals of diverse cultures effectively.
Experience
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
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Clinton River Cruise Company – Mt Clemons, MI
Captain, 2006 – Present
Serve as captain of 65-foot dinner boat accountable for passenger and crew safety. Execute man overboard, drills, fire drills and follow up overviews of drills to improve crew performance. Conduct daily engineer checks and minor maintained; supervise major maintenance efforts. Navigate the Clinton River and Lake St. Clair, providing lunch and dinner on three and four hour cruise.
=> Maintain thorough knowledge of all aspects of vessel; check engine room in all aspects.
=> Instruct crewmembers on daily tasks and changes to be accomplished; ensure they are completed properly.
=> Interact with up to 149 passengers, make safety announcements and oversee activities.
=> Keep all logbooks current regarding boarding time, passenger count, departure time, stops, back underway times, and final arrival. Track needed repairs.
Self Employed Webmaster – Rochester, MI
Manager/Web Designer, 2004 – Present
Perform all operations necessary for successful operation of Internet based Marine electronics and supplies sales business.
=> Order products from distributors and arrange drop shipments to customers.
=> Keep accurate records, prepare taxes and acquire all needed licenses for business operation.
=> Conduct search engine optimization, prepare graphics, write web copy.
Superior Ambulance Service – Elmhurst, IL
Paramedic, 1996 – 2004
Provided transportation to sick and elderly in emergency situations. Maintained personal skills as a paramedic. Kept current in a variety of medical areas including pediatric advanced life support, cardiac pulmonary resuscitation, neonatal advanced life support, advanced cardiac life support, and pre-hospital trauma life support.
=> Started IVs, administered drugs, monitored heart and other vital signs.
=> Contacted hospitals via radio and served as the eyes and ears for the doctor on staff when performing patient care. Took necessary steps to save lives and mitigate danger for patients.
Kurtz Ambulance Service – New Lenox, IL
Paramedic Coordinator/Firefighter, 1983 – 1996
Provided transportation in emergency and routine situations. Contracted with fire departments unable to provide 24-hour service, serving their designated areas. Implemented billing program throughout Frankfort Fire Department for ambulance services, saving the department $15,000 annually.
=> Managed activities, scheduling and payroll for six personnel and coordinated education activities for 25 paramedics and EMTs on Frankfort Fire Department.
=> Served as a Certified Instructor in Advanced Cardiac Life Support and Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation for the Chicago and Illinois Heart Associations.
=> Acquired certification from the state of Illinois to teach in fire service and emergency medical service.
=> Attained Illinois Certified Fire Fighter III status, top certification in state.
--Additional Employment--
Firefighter/Paramedic, Frankfort Fire Department ~ Frankfort, IL
=> Managed six personnel involved in life saving and paramedic activities. Taught EMS and CPR course.
Manager/Electronics Technician, Brooks Radio Shack and Electronics ~ Cassville, MO
=> Repaired televisions, installed satellite receivers. Managed store in owner’s absence. Reclaimed $3,000 in old parts by submitting them for warranty replacement and payment of wages for installation.
Machinist Helper, Chicago Belt Railway ~ Chicago, IL
=> Assisted machinist in inspection, repair and maintenance of diesel locomotives. Rebuilt engines and aligned generators.
Plane Captain/Sergeant, United States Marine Corps ~ Multiple Locations
=> Inspected military aircraft before and after flights. Oversaw repair of aircraft; trained in loading and arming of nuclear weapons. Held Secret Security Clearance. Received Honorable Discharge.
Education
Firefighting/Nursing, Joliet Junior College – Joliet, IL
Electronics Technician Certification, DeVry Institute of Technology – Chicago, IL
Emergency Medical Technician Program, St. James Hospital – Chicago Heights, IL
Emergency Medicine/Paramedic, Silver Cross Hospital – Joliet, IL
Certification
* Master of Steam Motor or Auxiliary Sail Vessels of not more than 100 tons upon the Great Lakes and inland waters and not more than 50 tons upon Near Coastal Waters and authorized to engage in Commercial Assistance Towing.
* Radar Observer (unlimited)
* STCW
* TWIC
* US Merchant Mariner Document
* FCC Marine Radio Operators Permit
* CPR and First Aid Cards
Skils
Experienced Captain
Electronics Background
Diesel Engines
Firefighting Experience
Advanced Emergency Medical Training
Interpersonal Skills
Operations Management
Education/Instruction
Safety Implementation
Member of
International Shipmasters Association
National Association of Charter Boat Owners