Objective
I am seeking employment which will allow me to pursue career opportunities in the maritime industry. My long term goal is to become the master or mate of a vessel, and I am willing to accept any position which may ultimately lead me to achieve my goal.
Experience
2005 – Present: M/V Charlie Wells, a 99 gross ton vehicle/passenger ferry
Operated by: HMC Management P.O. Box 119 Lakebay, WA 98349
(253)884-9350
Position: Relief Captain and Deckhand/Purser
Supervisor: John Ferris, Captain
Responsibilities: As captain, I pilot the ferry on regularly scheduled runs to and from Herron Island on the waters of Puget Sound, Washington. Supervise deckhand, oversee loading and unloading of vessel, maintain log, perform emergency drills, oversee refueling and maintenance of vessel. Assure that the vessel is operated in compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations. As deckhand, my duties include handling dock lines, operating ramp, loading/unloading vehicles, securing safety nets and wheel chocks; assist in refueling and maintenance of vessel. Purser duties include collecting fares and enforcing ferry access policy. Remain on-call 24 hours a day for emergency runs.
2005 S/V Mallory Todd, a 65’ schooner
Operated by: Sailing Heritage Society
860 Terry Avenue N #244 Seattle, WA 98109
(206)381-6919
Position: Volunteer Deckhand/Operations
Supervisor: Paul Johnson, Captain
Responsibilities: Handling dock lines, assisting disabled passengers in boarding vessel, Raising and trimming sails, standing watch at helm. Assist in maintenance of vessel. Operations duties included promoting non-profit charity cruises, fund-raising activities.
1975 – 2005: Increasingly responsible positions in the outdoor power equipment industry
1989 – 1998: Western Equipment Distributors, Kent, WA
Supervisor: Dick Bergeron
Responsibilities: Control of a multi-million dollar inventory of outdoor power equipment. Warehouse Manager and Consumer Service Manager duties. Supervise warehouse staff of up to 8 personnel.
Education
High School Graduate
Certification
USCG 100-ton Master of Inland Waters, Sailing and Assistance Towing Endorsements, OUPV Near Coastal
Transportation Workers Identity (TWIC) card
Fist-aid, CPR
Skils
I am skilled at boat handling and navigation under all weather conditions. I am proficient in the operation of sailing vessels
Personal and/or professional references on request.