AIDEN WADE
Fort Lauderdale,FL
Summary
Motivated deckhand with hands on daywork experience on motor yachts and commercial vessels. Strong work ethic, safety focused, and quick to learn. Comfortable with line handling, deck maintenance, detailing, and assisting crew as needed. Actively building sea time toward U.S. Coast Guard licensing and seeking long term growth within the maritime industry.
Overview
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Work History
Crew/Deckhand
Tugboat Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale, FL
01.2026 - Current
- Assisted in docking and undocking a 96’ tug in challenging conditions, including line handling, fender placement, and safe vessel maneuvering.
- Performed routine deck maintenance and detailing, ensuring vessel readiness, cleanliness, and operational safety.
- Supported small craft operations, including tender handling and salvage assistance, gaining practical seamanship experience transferable to superyacht deck operations.
Deckhand
“Infinity” Yacht Cape Town (Daywork)
Miami, FL
01.2026 - 01.2026
- Assisted in wash down, stainless polishing, and general upkeep of the yacht
- Operated various deck machinery and safety equipment effectively.
Deckhand
Azimut 26m Grande 2025 (Daywork)
Fort Lauderdale, FL
12.2025 - 12.2025
- Washed and detailed yacht communicated with the captain with any noticeable exterior issues
- Assistant captain with line handling and engine work to keep the boat safe and secure
Deck/Stew
“DREAM” Yacht In Miami, FL (Daywork)
Miami, FL
12.2025 - 12.2025
- Assisted with interior work, cleaning sheets, counters, and basic upkeep
- Assisted with guests, ensuring that they had a good experience
Deckhand
Keylypso of The Palm Beaches
West Palm Beach, United States
11.2025 - 12.2025
- Make sure clients have great experience onboard
Assist with line handling and securing the vessel
Education
STCW - STCW Program
Seven Seas Preparatory Academy
Orlando, FL10.2025
High School Diploma -
North Port High School
North Port01.2024
Electrician -
Sarasota technical College
Sarasota, Florida01.2024
Skills
- Line handling and mooring
- Docking and undocking vessels
- Fender placement and small craft/tender operations
- Deck maintenance and cleaning
- Safety-conscious and team-oriented
- Basic navigation support
- Salvage and vessel assistance
References
- “Infinity” Yacht +17542369449 “Tony”
- “Dream” Yacht- lucinorris23@gmail.com
- “KELYLYPSO” seanblaise@gmail.com
- “KEYLYPSO” randy159@gmail.com
- khoff@hihospitalitygroup.com “KOJO Sushi Restaurant”
Certification
- STCW, Seven Seas Preparatory Academy, Orlando, Florida
- ENG 1, HMC Maritime Clinic, MCA, Norwegian, FAA
- TWIC, Cypress Creek Tower, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Timeline
Crew/Deckhand
Tugboat Fort Lauderdale
01.2026 - Current
Deckhand
“Infinity” Yacht Cape Town (Daywork)
01.2026 - 01.2026
Deckhand
Azimut 26m Grande 2025 (Daywork)
12.2025 - 12.2025
Deck/Stew
“DREAM” Yacht In Miami, FL (Daywork)
12.2025 - 12.2025
Deckhand
Keylypso of The Palm Beaches
11.2025 - 12.2025
STCW - STCW Program
Seven Seas Preparatory Academy
High School Diploma -
North Port High School
Electrician -
Sarasota technical College