Objective
To obtain a position as Master or Mate aboard OSV or Towing Vessel.
Experience
1/2007-1/2012 Master 100 Ton GRT
Oilfield Crewboat
Operated oilfield crew vessels in the gulf of Mexico in all weather conditions without incident; familiar with northern Gulf of Mexico ports including Port Fourchon, Galveston, Cameron, Freeport, Venice, Intracoastal City, Morgan City, etc; reported payroll; managed crew; performed Job Safety Analysis meetings and drills; monitored and maintained fuel filtration system, shafts and packing, bilge operations, anodes and zincs, and engine cooling system; completed oil changes, ship mooring, and record keeping; communicated with rig and platforms to insure needs of the oil companies were met.
5/2007-9/2008 USCG Licensed Captain (25 Ton) / Guide
Craig, Alaska
Operated and maintained six passenger charter fishing vessel; responsible for the safe operation of vessel and the safety of the clients on board; instructed clients on fishing techniques; supervised client activities to ensure compliance with local fishing laws; safely transported clients along a rocky and hazardous coastline in varying weather conditions.
5/2004 – 9/2006 Fly Fishing Guide
Ketchikan, Alaska
Planned and executed guided fly fishing trips in Alaska; worked in the retail store; designed and maintained company web page, ; served new clients every day, increasing my ability to effectively communicate with customers and clients.
6/1998 – 6/2004 Sergeant of Marines
United States Marine Corps.
Operation Iraqi Freedom Veteran; gained important leadership skills and developed a very strong work ethic; trained and supervised young Marines; Operation Iraqi Freedom Veteran; awards include: Good Conduct Medal, Presidential Unit Citation, and Expeditionary Global War on Terror.
Education
1/2000 – 6/2005 Colorado State University Bachelors Economics. Fort Collins, Colorado
Certification
USCG Master 500 Ton GRT 3000 ITC OSV (Near Coastal), Able Seaman (Unlimited), FCC Marine Radio Operators Permit, Radar Observer (Unlimited), Basic and Advanced Firefighting, BRM, Medical Care Provider, Lifeboat, Flashing Light, Rating Forming Part of a Navigational Watch.
Skils
Proficient with computer programs including Microsoft Office Systems Power Point, Word, and Excel; proficient in building and maintaining web sites.