Carson Miller
Boonville,IN
Summary
Maritime professional with extensive experience as a Relief Captain at Florida Marine Transportors. Expert in maritime navigation and vessel maintenance, I enhanced crew competence through effective training and implemented rigorous safety protocols, significantly reducing risks during operations. Proven leadership skills foster teamwork and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Relief Captain
Florida Marine Transportors
Cape Girardeau, MO
05.2021 - 08.2025
- Mentored junior officers in the development of their skills and knowledge, contributing to a more qualified and effective crew.
- Coordinated vessel maintenance activities with dock personnel to ensure timely repairs and prevent delays in sailing schedules.
- Implemented risk management procedures to minimize potential hazards during voyages.
- Supported harbor pilot during docking maneuvers by accurately relaying navigational information from bridge instruments.
- Assisted in the development of training programs for new crew members, resulting in increased competence and job satisfaction.
- Managed ship mooring operations efficiently, minimizing downtime between voyages.
Boat Captain
Evansville Marine Service
Henderson, KY
01.2015 - 03.2021
- Identified potential hazards quickly, addressing them proactively to prevent accidents or damage to the vessel.
- Navigated challenging waters skillfully, ensuring safe and efficient transit of passengers and cargo.
- Improved crew morale with effective leadership techniques that fostered teamwork while addressing individual needs or concerns promptly.
- Maintained records of daily activities, weather and sea conditions, pollution control efforts and passenger status.
- Ensured compliance with all federal regulations by maintaining proper certifications and adhering to maritime laws during voyages.
- Collaborated with crew members to ensure smooth operations, maintaining a professional work environment on board.
- Enhanced safety measures by implementing strict protocols and conducting regular equipment checks.
Education
Industrial Design
Boonville
Boonville, IN05.1993
Skills
- Port operations
- Maritime navigation
- Marine safety
- Emergency management
- Environmental compliance
- Personnel training
- Vessel maintenance
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
Certification
MMC (ISSUE DATE:01-OCT-20 EXPIRATION DATE:01-OCT-25 Serial Number:000562418)
National - Deck Officer - Master Of Towing Vessels Upon Western Rivers.
National - Deck Officer - Radar Observer (Rivers)
National - Ordinary Seafarer
National - Stewards Department (F.H.)
National - Wiper
MEDICAL CERTIFICATE (ISSUE DATE:19-AUG-25 DOMESTIC EXPIRATION DATE:19-AUG-27 PILOT EXPIRATION DATE:19-AUG-27STCW EXPIRATION DATE:19-AUG-27)
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Timeline
Relief Captain
Florida Marine Transportors
05.2021 - 08.2025
Boat Captain
Evansville Marine Service
01.2015 - 03.2021
Industrial Design
Boonville