Objective
A highly motivated Captain/First Mate with experience with Arneson Surface Drive vessels. Hold extensive fishing and diving knowledge from numerous jobs aboard sport fishing vessels as well.
Experience
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
KISSES | SOUTH FLORIDA-VANCOUVER B.C. FREELANCE FEBRUARY 2007 – MAY 2007
175’ FEADSHIP
DELIVERY CREW / DAY WORK – working with chief engineer performing many projects in preparation for the summer season in Alaska and British Columbia. Projects such as extensive Awlgrip paintwork, customizing electronic components, rebuilding pumps and components, and general maintenance. Delivery crew, filled in as second engineer on Dockwise Transport from Miami to British Columbia. Maintaining close monitor of power/water consumption as well as all mechanical components of vessel at the same time working together with first mate on all exterior maintanence and project lists.
FEARLESS | SOUTH FLORIDA FREELANCE 2003 – PRESENT
63’ SEARAY
CAPTAIN / ENGINEER – responsible for the entirety of the vessel, the safety of all patrons onboard,
mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, as well as navigation and safe single handed operation
of vessel.
NO MATTER WHAT | SOUTH ELEUTHERA / SOUTH FLORIDA FREELANCE JANUARY 2004 - PRESENT
61’ VIKING SPORTFISH
MATE – responsible for maintenance and upkeep of all mechanical systems as well as interior and exterior of vessel. Extensive fishing operation spending most of its time fishing ‘The Bridge’ and surrounding waters off the south end of Eleuthera in the Bahamas. The owner has large 7 acre property on the island that required constant maintenance and management as well.
MARY BESS | ABACO, BAHAMAS FEBRUARY 2005 – JULY 2005
60’ HATTERAS SPORTFISH
CAPTAIN / ENGINEER – responsible for entirety of vessel and the safety of all patrons aboard, as well as navigation and all maintenance. As captain, I fished numerous tournaments with the owner and guests including The Bahamas Billfish Championship 05’, Marine Max Invitational 05’, and The Bertram Hatteras Shootout xxvi.
SEALEBRITY | FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA JULY 2004 – JANUARY 2005
82’ HATTERAS SPORTFISH
MATE / CAPTAIN – keeping up with all interior and exterior maintenance as well as all engineer duties and sea trialing boat weekly to keep all systems operational.
PARADOX | FT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA FREELANCE FEBRUARY 2005 – MAY 2006
82’ HATTERAS SPORTFISH
MATE – all exterior maintenance and mate duties on 82’ Hatteras Sportfish and 36’ Intrepid as well as navigation and knowledge of systems on both vessels.
NEW VISION | FT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA AUGUST 2004 – OCTOBER 2004
62’ SUNSEEKER
CAPTAIN – responsible for all aspects of vessel including navigation and maintenance as well as the safety of all patrons.
MATIRA | FLORIDA / CENTRAL AMERICA FEBRUARY 2004 – JULY 2004
54’ HATTERAS SPORTFISH
MATE – responsible for maintenance and repair of 54’ Hatteras sportfish and 31’ Jupiter as well as operation of both vessels. Extensive sportfishing, spear fishing, and diving operation in Caribbean Central America. Vast towing knowledge was necessary.
PETRVS, LEOPARD 27 OPEN | FORT LAUDERDALE / CHICAGO APRIL 2003 – DECEMBER 2003
FIRST MATE / OPERATOR / ENGINEER - responsible for maintenance and repair of all aspects of vessel, including tender maintenance and small engine repair, as well as Arneson Surface Drive operation.
SABRINA YACHTS | FORT LAUDERDALE / ABACO, BAHAMAS MAY 1999 – MARCH 2003
FIRST MATE / OPERATOR / ENGINEER / CARETAKER - working on three different yachts and assisting with maintenance and refits on three luxury properties, including $3 Million Mansion in Elbow Cay, Abaco, Bahamas and $7 Million Beach Home in Highland Beach, Florida
FEARLESS, 63’ SEA RAY
First Mate/Second Captain/Engineer
FEARLESS, 80’ BAIA | Arneson Surface Drive Vessel
First Mate/Operator/Engineer
FEARLESS, 108’ | Jet Propulsion Vessel
Mate
BALI HAI, ELBOW CAY, ABACO, BAHAMAS MANSION
Caretaker / Personal Captain / Local Guide
BEACH HOME, HIGHLAND BEACH, FLORIDA
Caretaker / Refit Assistance
SHOOTERS / BOOTLEGGER RESTAURANT | FORT LAUDERDALE JUNE 1996 – MAY 1999
ASSISTANT DOCKMASTER - managing 400’ valet dock facility for yachting clients. Responsible for reserving dock space and resolving guest disputes. Incorporated up to fifty 15’ – 150’ boats on only 400’ of dock on any given weekend afternoon.
THE OUTBOARD SHOP | POMPANO BEACH 1998 – 1999
MARINE TECHNICIAN - gaining experience with lower units, impellers, marine electronics, and rigging.
SUNDANCE MARINE | FORT LAUDERDALE 1997 – 1998
FORKLIFT OPERATOR / DETAILER - with extensive towing experience, as well as boat deliveries by land and water.
CITY OF FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA MARCH 1994 – APRIL 1998
LIFEGUARD / SWIM INSTRUCTOR - responsible for the safety of all pool patrons, as well as pool and facility maintenance.
Education
TECHNICAL EDUCATION:
MCFATTER TECHNICAL SCHOOL | FORT LAUDERDALE 1998 - 1999
MARINE TECHNOLOGY
MARITIME PROFESSIONAL TRAINING INSTITUTE | FORT LAUDERDALE
USCG CAPTAINS LICENSE
Certification
CERTIFICATION:
100 TON MASTER NEAR COASTAL USCG LICENSE
WITH COMMERCIAL ASSISTANCE & AUXILIARY SAIL ENDORSEMENTS
FCC RADIO OPERATORS PERMIT
Skils
Responsible operation of vessels 85' and under. Offering the utmost safety and comfort of all passengers and crew aboard.
Extensive engineering skills.
Extensive fishing skills.
Avid surfer, freediver, wakeboarder, and many other associated sports.
Tow-in surfing experience.
ACOMPLISHMENTS:
A 220 mile delivery of two 2004 Yamaha 4 cycle personnel watercraft from Ft Lauderdale, FL to Elbow Cay, Abaco, Bahamas under their own power and on their own bottoms. Delivery from South Florida down through the Panama Canal and up the West Coast to Vancouver British Columbia.