Objective
I'm looking for a full time deck position on a crew,supply or similar vessel. I want to gain more experience to advance my the scope of my license.
Experience
Qualifications
United States Coast Guard License
1065603
Master 100 ton Near Coastal
mate 200 ton near coastal
Commercial assistance towing
U.S. Merchant Mariner’s Document
015261
Able Seaman unlimited
R.F.P.N.W.
S.T.C.W. 95
FCC Marine Radio Operators Permit
T.W.I.C
MARITIME RELATED EMPLOYMENT
Alaskan Amphibious Tours May 2008 to Oct-2008
Master/ captain
Responsible for daily operation of 13 ton passenger vessel Alex J.
National Response Corporation environmental January 2008 to April 2008
Tow boat operator/captain
Responsible for the operation of various oil boom towboats within the Puget Sound area
Black Water Maritime, Black Water USA august 2007 to October 2007
Able Seaman Navigational Watch Stander/ Day Worker
Worked as able seaman aboard the MV/ Macarthur during delivery from Texas to Norfolk va.
Military Sealift Command (MSC) February 2005 to august 2007
Able seaman, Navigational Watch Stander/ Day Worker
U.S.S. Mount Whitney (LCC/JCC 20) Command Ship 23248GT
U.S.N.S. Tippecanoe (T-AO 199) Duty oilier/Tanker 677ft. 25732GT
U.S.N.S. Comfort (T-AH 20) Hospital ship 54367GT
U.S.N.S Patuxent (T-AO 201) Duty oilier/tanker 677ft. 25732GT
Lahaina Honu touring company Lahaina, Hawaii
Vessel manager January 2004 to June 2004
Lead captain and master of the vessel HINA HONU
Chief mechanic
Responsible for the outfitting/commissioning of the 13 ton amphibious passenger vessel (hydra-terra) “HINA HONU” completely outfitted and set up the vessel for the first coastguard inspection (C.O.I.) After passing the inspection I was the lead captain, master, chief mechanic, and vessel manager. I was responsible for training (3) other captains. I was responsible for all maintenance, repairs, mechanical/electrical upgrades to the vessel and the training of the deckhands/tour guides. I was also the Liaison between the vessel manufacture and Lahaina Honu.
NORTH IDAHO TOURS Ponderay, Idaho
Lead Captain and Master Lake Pend Orielle
Chief mechanic 2003 summer season
2004 summer season
Responsible for the outfitting and commissioning of the 13 ton amphibious passenger vessel
(hydra-terra) “The Delirious Duck”. I completely outfitted and set up the vessel for the first coastguard inspection (C.O.I.). After passing the inspection I was the sole driver/operator/captain for the 2003 and 2004 seasons. I was also responsible for all upgrades to the vessel, as well as Maintenance, repairs, and training of the deckhands/tour guides, and alternative captains, Liaison between the vessel manufacture and north Idaho tours. In addition I also played a key role in the development of our tours and marketing of north Idaho tours. Along with the senior tour guide I was responsible for tour development, developing marketing strategies, making marketing contacts throughout the region, securing a base of operations site for the 2003/2004, developing relationships with the city/state/event/media officials, local business owners and planning/scheduling of the 2003/2004 seasons.
MONTERAY AMPHBIOUS TOURS Monterey Ca.
Captain 2002
Chief mechanic
Captain of the “lindi 1”, 13 ton amphibious passenger vessel (hydra-terra). Along with the other captain we completely outfitted and commissioned two vessels to pass the first coastguard inspection (C.O.I.). After the passing of the inspection I was the chief mechanic responsible for all the maintenance and upgrades to the vessel as well as begin operator/captain for the daily tours.
SPLASH TOURS San Francisco Ca.
Captain 2002
Worked as captain trainee on the “Berilli”, 13 ton amphibious passenger vessel ( hydra-terra). In San Francisco Bay.
KATMAI LODGE Alagnak River, Alaska
Chief Boat Mechanic/Fleet manager 2002 season
Fleet management, maintenance and repair of 25 river boats up to 22’ 200hp prop, jet outboards and inboard motors. Including engine re-powers, jet pump rebuilds, electrical systems, fuel systems, parts ordering, inventory control, hull modifications, repairs(welding) and outfitting. Maintenance and repair of diesel engines on tractors and 4 generators up to 50 KW, repair of all small engine equipment used at lodge. Assisted the facilities manger in repair of facilities equipment (stoves, heaters, pumps, refrigeration, laundry, plumbing, electrical wiring, etc.)
F/V Karin Brit Petersburg, AK.
Deck hand commercial fishing 1996
Deck hand/fisherman 1996 salmon season. Purse seine vessel.
BAY SHIP AND YACHT CO. Richmond, Ca.
Marine maintenance mechanic 1996 – 1997
Maintenance and repair of recreational and commercial vessels. Mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and hydraulics systems.
SHAMROCK MARINE Oakland, Ca.
Marine mechanic 1990 – 1995
Maintenance and repair of marine propulsion and electrical systems. Wiring of DC electrical
systems. Installation of mechanical, electrical, and electronic navigation/communication equipment. Propulsion system rebuilds/re-power and new system construction. Fabrication, hydraulic plumbing, electrical/electronic wiring, metal fitting and welding. Troubleshooting, maintenance and safety inspections of all marine related systems. Responsible for maintenance and operation of workboats, forklifts, cranes, service trucks and all shop related equipment. Miscellaneous wood, metal and fiberglass work/fabrication. Towing of disabled vessels. Operation of work/tow boat and vessels up to 40 ft. Customer contact on all field and shop assignments.
TIDE WATER SAND AND GRAVEL CO. Oakland, Ca.
Marine mechanic/deck hand 1990
Assisted in re-powering of engine rooms on sand barge and tug boat. Maintenance of related equipment. Electrical wiring of equipment including engines, gauges and electrical distribution systems. Worked as deck hand for sand dredging operations on San Francisco bay. Operation and maintenance of heavy equipment related to dredge operations and vessel support.
HYDRODYNAMICS INC. San Lorenzo, Ca.
Hydraulic Mechanic/Fabricator 1987-1990
Responsible for troubleshooting and repair of hydraulic systems in shop and in the field. Rebuilt cylinders, pumps, valves, motors and electrical controls. Installation of new hydraulic systems,
components, piping and tubing assemblies. Fabrication and prototyping of new hydraulic systems and power units. Maintenance and repair of systems in the field.
Maritime Education
Maritime Institute certificate
Master Near coastal NMT 100 gross tons
Assistance towing
Auxiliary Sailing
Community First Aid, Safety, CPR certificate
D.O.T. supervisory drug and alcohol awareness certificate
Competent shipyard personnel certificate
HAZWOPER
U.S. Coast Guard certificates
Boating Skills and Seamanship
Advanced coastal navigation
GPS navigation
Military Sealift Command training
STCW-95, Personal survival, Personal safety and Social Responsibilities, Basic fire fighting, Shipboard helicopter fire fighting, Elementary first aid, Shipboard damage control, Rating Forming part of a navigation watch. Shipboard security tactics, Small arms qualification.
Ordnance hazard awareness, Marine environmental programs, Chemical-biological and radiological-defense orientation, Level 1 Antiterrorism awareness training, OHE explosive cargo handling and storage, MHE (Forklifts) operators course, NAVOSH, Expandable Baton.
Other Education
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Electronics Technology
Heald Institute of Technology, San Francisco, CA 7/95
Licensed Amateur Radio Operator
Technician Class KF6NLR
Commercial Drivers license class B, passenger endorsement
Education
Maritime Education
Maritime Institute certificate
Master Near coastal NMT 100 gross tons
Assistance towing
Auxiliary Sailing
Community First Aid, Safety, CPR certificate
D.O.T. supervisory drug and alcohol awareness certificate
Competent shipyard personnel certificate
HAZWOPER
U.S. Coast Guard certificates
Boating Skills and Seamanship
Advanced coastal navigation
GPS navigation
Military Sealift Command training:
STCW-95, Personal survival, Personal safety and Social Responsibilities, Basic fire fighting, Shipboard helicopter fire fighting, Elementary first aid, Shipboard damage control, Rating Forming part of a navigation watch. Shipboard security tactics, Small arms qualification.
Ordnance hazard awareness, Marine environmental programs, Chemical-biological and radiological-defense orientation, Level 1 Antiterrorism awareness training, OHE explosive cargo handling and storage, MHE (Forklifts) operators course, NAVOSH, Expandable Baton.
Other Education
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Electronics Technology
Heald Institute of Technology, San Francisco, CA 7/95
Licensed Amateur Radio Operator
Technician Class KF6NLR
Commercial Drivers license class B, passenger endorsement
Certification
United States Coast Guard License
1065603
Master of steam or motor vessels Near Coastal 50-Ton
Commercial assistance towing
U.S. Merchant Mariner’s Document
015261
Able Seaman Special
R.F.P.N.W.
S.T.C.W. 95
FCC Marine Radio Operators Permit
T.W.I.C
Skils
I prefer multi week/months assignments and I am also willing to relocate.