Objective
I would like to find a company that will welcome my strong work ethic and assist me in obtaining a mate's license.
Experience
Deckhand; American Queen; 1/2007-7/2007
Majestic America Line; Seattle, WA
Participated in the upkeep of the vessel. Acted and a member of the vessel security team. Helped in docking procedures. Interacted with the guests. Positioned as nozzle man for fire team.
Deckhand; Nantucket/Yorktown Clipper; 2/2000-9/2001 and 7/2005-2/2006
Clipper Cruise Line; St Louis, MO
Senior member of six-man crew on 24 hour rotation schedule. Trained new deck department employees. Responsible for overall maintenance of the vessel. Monitored engine and generator levels. Performed docking and anchoring procedures. Acted as nozzle man for fire team.
Currently:
Relief Tour Manager/Human Resource Coordinator; American Queen
Majestic America Line; Seattle, WA
Promote and sell shore excursions. Oversee the quality of service/product our vendors deliver. Responsible for all crew needs (flights, health, pay, etc...) while onboard the vessel.
Education
B.A. Health and Fitness Management; 1999
Capital University; Columbus, OH
Certification
CPR (adult, child and infant)
Basic Safety Training (fire fighting, fire safety, crowd control, suspicious package recognition and search skills)
Survival at Sea
Skils
Creative, adventuresome and a problem solver.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Strong desire to continue in the deck/navigation field of the maritime industry.