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Blaise Kanahele

Kaneohe

Summary

Professional maritime specialist with knowledge in navigation, vessel operations, and safety protocols. Well-versed in maintaining and operating ship equipment, ensuring efficient and smooth voyages. Highly collaborative team member, consistently adapting to dynamic maritime environments and prioritizing operational success. Known for reliability, problem-solving skills, and dedication to achieving results.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
2021
2021
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Steward

Research Corporation of the University of Hawaii
Kaneohe, HI
01.2026 - 03.2026
  • Participated in training sessions on operational procedures and safety protocols.
  • Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of research facilities.
  • Supported inventory management by tracking supplies and equipment usage.

Sales Associate

Island Snow Hawaii
02.2019 - 02.2021
  • Successfully assisted customers in-person with purchase decisions, transactions, returns, and inquiries.
  • Built rapport with customers by offering friendly, knowledgeable, and supportive customer service.
  • Provide exceptional customer service to all incoming clients.

Prep Line Cook

Tartamella’s Moo Pizza
Honolulu
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Prepared ingredients for meals and other menu items daily.
  • Followed food safety guidelines for storing and handling ingredients.
  • Maintained cleanliness of the prep area and kitchen equipment.
  • Assisted in assembling orders according to customer specifications.

Customer Sales Representative

All Pool & Spa
01.2021
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
  • Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.

Deckhand

Patriot Contracting Services

contracted work

Deckhand

Matson

Standby positions

Education

Maritime Careers Exploration

Marimed Foundation
Kaneohe, HI

High School Diploma -

Kailua High School
Kailua, HI

Skills

  • Hazardous materials handling
  • Firefighting techniques
  • Ship handling
  • Voyage planning
  • Vessel maintenance
  • Food safety

Certification

  • Merchant Mariner Credential
  • Transportation Workers Identification Credential
  • STCW Basic Safety
  • VPDSD
  • Government vessel
  • LNG

Timeline

Assistant Steward

Research Corporation of the University of Hawaii
01.2026 - 03.2026

Customer Sales Representative

All Pool & Spa
01.2021

Sales Associate

Island Snow Hawaii
02.2019 - 02.2021

Prep Line Cook

Tartamella’s Moo Pizza
01.2017 - 01.2019

Deckhand

Patriot Contracting Services

Deckhand

Matson

Maritime Careers Exploration

Marimed Foundation

High School Diploma -

Kailua High School
Blaise Kanahele