Objective
Highly effective, multi-talented professional with a strong and diverse background. Experienced working on Tanker, Container, RO/RO, and Semi-Submersible Drilling Vessels in both domestic and foreign trade.
Experience
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
1997 to Present - Sailing on vessels as assigned by the American Maritime Officers Union
2007 to Present Pacific Gulf Marine Inc.
Master MV Cape Hudson, SS Keystone State
Chief Mate SS Keystone State, Gem State, Grand Canyon State
MARAD vessels part of the Ready Reserve Force
Experienced in activation, delivery, shipyard periods, sea trial & returning vessel to Reduced Operating Status (ROS)
2005-2006 American Overseas Marine (AMSEA)
Chief Mate USNS Mendonca, USNS Shughart, USNS Benividez
Second Mate USNS Pililaau
LMSR type vessels, experienced in activation of vessel, full cargo load out, delivery, and returning vessel to Reduced Operating Status (ROS)
Chief Mate SS Cape Jacob (C4 Mariner) carried Ammunition in support of US Forces
2004 Totem Ocean Trailer Express (TOTE)
Chief Mate SS Great Land, commercial RO/RO, vessel trading on the US West Coast
2003 AMSEA
Chief Mate SS Cape Johnson, (C4 Mariner Class) carried military ammunition world wide in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom
2001-2002 Interocean Ugland Management
Second Mate SS Cornhusker State, Maritime Administration Crane Ship, supported US Forces in Operation Enduring Freedom
1999-2001 Hvide Marine
Second Mate Double Eagle class tanker, HMI Diamond Shoals
Delivered various petroleum products in Jones Act Trade. In Charge of Voyage Planning and Navigation
1997-1999 Crowley Petroleum Tankers Inc.
Third Mate and Second Mate after 9/98 on product Tanker SS Blue Ridge Carried various chemical and petroleum products in Jones Act Trade
1996-1997 Coastal Tankships USA
Sailed as Third Mate throughout Coastal’s fleet of tankers, gained experience during US and foreign shipyards periods
1995-1996 Santa Fe International
Assistant Ballast Control Operator Semi Submersible Drilling Rig, Santa Fe 140
In charge of loading various products from supply vessels and daily rig stability calculations
Education
Maine Maritime Academy, Bachelor of Science Degree, Nautical Science, 1995
Valley Forge Military Academy, High School Diploma, 1989
Certification
USCG Master of Steam or Motor Vessels of any Gross Tonnage upon Oceans
USCG Barge Supervisor of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units
STCW 95, Including Tankerman PIC, GMDSS Operator, Medical Care Provider, and Fast Rescue Boat
Completed additional courses in: Explosive Cargo Handling and Stowage, Anti-Terrorism Officer, CBRD Officer, Small Arms, and Hazwoper.
Skils