Objective
I have recently moved back to California (Oct.15, 2011) after a 17 year sea career on and under the water along the Eastern Seaboard as well as the Gulf of Mexico. I am looking for a full time captain, mate and/or deckhand position on the West coast of Southern
California
Experience
* * National Oceanic And Atmospheric Administration**
March/2009-October/2011
Captain of NOAA vessels involved in installation and maintenance of over 500 moorings in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. Assisted in the planing and sinking of the Vandenberg.(The second largest recreational artificial diving reef in the world) Diving equipment maintenance; use of underwater hydraulic drills and jackhammers; responsible for dive plan and safety regulations.
** Continental Shelf Associates International, INC**
November/2004-September/2007
Captain and maintenance of all fleet vessels during an environmental survey for a three year dredge project in Key West Fl. Assisted scientists in bottom sampling operations in Trinidad and Tobago. Diver/photographer for coral survey during dredge project; utilized Hypack, WinRiver ADCP during turbidity monitoring and data collection . Optical backscatter point sensor (OBS) set up and verification
**Captain's Corner Dive Charters**
November/1996-October/2011
Captain and general engine maintenance for a very busy 65' dive boat. Responsible for safety of all divers and crew. PADI Scuba Instructor in charge of certifying hundreds of students. Divemaster in charge of dive safety briefings and rescues. Maintenance and repair of dive equipment.
Education
* Captain Marine School, Key West Florida. (2003/2004)
* Emergency First Response and Emergency Medical Training. Fl. Keys College (2003/2004)
* Maritime Professional Training, Ft. Lauderdale Fl. (2006)
* Professional Association Diving Instructors. California (1989/1991)
Certification
* USCG- 100 Ton with Commercial Assistance Towing
* Standards of Training Certification and Watch keeping for Seafarers(STCW 95)
* Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC)
* FCC Marine Radio Operator Permit
* OSHA Hazardous Waste and Emergency Response Operations
* Emergency First Responder; Oxygen Administration; CPR/AED;First Aid
* NOAA Commercial/Working Diver; Nitrox Diver
* PADI Instructor and Divemaster
* Maritime Consortium, Inc
Skils
Boat handling; Marine navigation; Marine engine repair; Scuba Diving; Communication and handling difficult situations; Following directions
I have made my living in the Maritime profession for over 20 years and I am very passionate about what I do. I strive to be the best that I can be and always want to do more and learn more in the Maritime profession. I always give 100% and with my previous experiences,skills, knowledge and certifications, I would be a great addition and valuable asset to any vessel and company. References are available.