Anthony Overholt
Spencer,Tennessee
Summary
Skilled Able Bodied Seaman with hands-on experience in maritime operations and ship maintenance. Brings understanding of safety regulations, navigational skills, and ability to handle physical tasks necessary for this role. Demonstrated capability to work efficiently under pressure, resulting in significant contribution to crew collaboration and overall vessel performance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Able Bodied Seaman Unlimited
MSC Military Sealift Command
Norfolk , VA
11.2015 - Current
- Assisted in the navigation of vessels by handling lines and operating winches.
- Performed general maintenance duties on deck, including painting, chipping, and cleaning.
- Maintained safety equipment such as fire hoses, lifeboats, and other emergency gear.
- Monitored vessel's bridge operations to ensure compliance with company regulations.
- Assisted in loading and unloading cargo from ships using cranes or other lifting devices.
- Conducted routine inspections of all deck equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Participated in the mooring of vessels to docks and buoys.
- Carried out daily watchkeeping duties while at sea.
- Responded to any alarms or distress calls received over radio communication systems.
- Reported any discrepancies found during inspections to the Chief Mate immediately.
- Assisted in anchoring operations when entering or leaving ports or harbors.
- Operated deck machinery such as winches for hoisting sails or launching boats.
- Helped maintain a safe working environment by adhering to safety policies and procedures.
- Inspected rigging components for wear or damage prior to use and replaced if necessary.
- Provided support in setting up anchors upon arrival at destination port and harbor.
- Contributed to shipboard security by conducting regular patrols around the vessel's perimeter.
- Assisted professionals with maneuvering vessel through tight channels and in difficult weather conditions.
- Wrote daily vessel reports and updated logs, detailing issues and remediation efforts.
- Regularly checked tank soundings to ensure stability of vessel.
- Assisted deck officers with chipping, painting and grinding to maintain structural integrity of deck.
- Performed physical labor in support of berthing and unberthing operations.
- Rigged pilot ladder and lowered gangway for pilot to board vessel.
- Inspected and maintained lifesaving and firefighting devices and reported defects.
- Inspected objects brought onboard vessel for compliance with laws and regulations.
- Supervised vessel entry and exit points and logged persons entering and leaving.
- Performed maintenance and upkeep of assigned onboard areas.
- Chipped and cleaned rust spots on decks, superstructures or sides of ships.
- Swept, mopped and washed down decks to remove dirt and debris.
- Engaged in safety drills by leading others in tasks.
- Lowered and manned lifeboats during emergencies.
- Cleaned, maintained, and mended ship decks and assessed areas requiring major damage repair.
- Spliced and repaired ropes, wire cables or cordage.
Education
GED -
NE Alabama Comm College
Rainsville, AL08-2002
Skills
- Load securing
- Emergency response training
- Navigational running light setup
- Dewatering
- Compass boxing
- Anchoring
- Weather observation
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Crane Operation
- OSHA Standards
- International Regulations
- Safety Management
- Pollution Prevention
- Cargo Handling
- Security awareness
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Repair skills
- Marlinspikes
- Decision-Making
- Rigging
- Relationship Building
- Safety Procedures
- Pollution control
- Vessel mooring
- Interpersonal Communication
- Fire security
- Watch standing
- Self Motivation
- Continuous Improvement
- Vessel maintenance
- Time management abilities
- Professionalism
- Troubleshooting skills
- Equipment Maintenance
- Effective Communication
- Parts Lubrication
- Adaptability
- Analytical Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Load Balancing
- Risk Assessment
- Gauge monitoring
- Underway replenishment
- Vessel inspection
- Leadership skills
- Task Prioritization
Languages
English
Professional
Affiliations
- I have worked world wide
- 15 years offshore in oilfield
- 9 years with military sealift command
- 3 years working on high rises water proofing
Certification
- BCO ballast control license
- Unlimited Able Seafarer
- FRB fast rescue boat
Accomplishments
- worked as a Bosun
- Asst. BCO
- worked around the world
Anthony Overholt
- Hard worker
- Dedicated to my work or job
- used to long hour you want regret hiring me
Websites
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Able Bodied Seaman Unlimited
MSC Military Sealift Command
11.2015 - Current
GED -
NE Alabama Comm College
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