Chris Bock
Marine Captain
Miami,FL
Summary
Master 1600/3000 ITC, Master 3000 Offshore Supply Vessel, Master of Towing Vessels Inland and Great Lakes, Able Bodied Seaman Unlimited, with close to 30 years experience in navigation, vessel maintenance, USCG safety inspections, scheduling, budgeting, and crew training. These abilities along with my resources and people skills in all aspects of the marine industry, make me a valuable asset to a prospective employer who is concerned with trust, safety, and taking care of their investments with the highest standards.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Captain
MV Topps
Miami, FL
01.2022 - Current
- Adhere to safety protocols, assessing weather variables to promote passenger and vessel safety.
- Inspect boat and recommend improvements to maintain safe operations, protect passengers and secure equipment.
- Inspect equipment and complete basic repairs to maintain safety and efficiency of each trip.
- Arrange for ship to be fueled and restocked with consumable supplies.
- Purchase, organize and maintain supplies and equipment for efficient operations.
Captain
NC DOT Ferry
Hatteras, NC
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Directly responsible for loading, steering, and navigating Hatteras Inlet Ferries day and night operations
- Vessels range from 165 feet to 185 feet with a weight of 250-400 Gross Tons
- Acting Vessel Security Officer, responsible for a number of tasks, including the implementation of a ships security plan
- Maintain records of daily activities, personnel reports, ship positions and movements, ports of call, weather and sea conditions, pollution control efforts, and cargo or passenger status
- Scheduling and supervision of ferry and shore-side personnel
- Insure vessels are ready for safety inspections
- Planning of vessel movement and shipyard runs
- Determine nature of and suggest mechanical repairs when necessary.
Superintendent
NC DOT Ferry Division
Hatteras, NC
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Utilize and perform supervisory work in connection with operation, repair and overhaul ferries assigned to Hatteras, Ocracoke, Currituck and Swan Quarter operations.
- Entails the responsibility fro planning assignments, supervise lower level personnel engaged in piloting ferries as well as operational/managerial duties on vessels and shore.
- Responsible and ensures vessels are well maintained, go to the shipyard on time, and are ready for USCG inspections.
- Discretion and judgement are required in determining the nature of repairs to be made or the necessity for complete overhaul to diesel engines.
- Oversee (13) vessels, 200 employees and maintain a budget of 8.1 million dollars.
- Review, evaluate and oversee budget and prepare necessary solutions.
- Records,reports, schedule and coordinate with other operations for optimum customer service and maximum safety.
- Training and instruction of vessel crews and shore personnel in relation to their respective job duties and responsibilities.
Captain/Port Captain
NC DOT Hatteras Inlet
Hatteras, NC
03.2011 - 03.2013
- Directly responsible for loading, steering, and navigating Hatteras Inlet Ferries day and night operations
- Vessels range from 165 feet to 185 feet with a weight of 250-400 Gross Tons
- Acting Vessel Security Officer, responsible for a number of tasks, including the implementation of a ships security plan
- Maintain records of daily activities, personnel reports, ship positions and movements, ports of call, weather and sea conditions, pollution control efforts, and cargo or passenger status
- Inspect vessels to ensure efficient and safe operation of vessels and equipment and conformance to regulations
- Scheduling and supervision of ferry and shore-side personnel
- Insure vessels are ready for safety inspections
- Planning of vessel movement and shipyard runs
- Determine nature of and suggest mechanical repairs when necessary
- Implementation and supervision of repairs on all docks and structures
- Adhered to safety protocols, assessing weather variables to promote passenger and vessel safety.
- Verified proper loading of cargo holds to align with ship capacity and weight distribution requirements.
- Inspected boat and recommended improvements to maintain safe operations, protect passengers and secure equipment.
Captain
MV Topps
New York, NY
03.2006 - 09.2009
- Navigate North East US through Southern Bahamas
- Responsible for all aspects of marine, business, entertainment, monies and maintenance
- Captained the vessel and performed all fueling, water and discharge procedures
- Voyage planning and readiness for safety inspections.
- Managed budget and reporting
- Inspected equipment and completed basic repairs to maintain safety and efficiency of each trip.
Captain
MV Sweetums
Houston, TX
10.2004 - 02.2006
- North East US through Southern Bahamas
- Responsible for all aspects of marine, business, entertainment, monies and maintenance
- Captained the vessel and performed all fueling, water and discharge procedures
- Voyage planning and readiness for safety inspections
- Maintained financial accounts in the marine division
- Responsible for all aspects of entertainment, accommodations, and all fishing procedures
- Responsible for all diesel engine repairs and overhauling
- Scheduling of all personnel
- Implementing a plan for all safety procedures and USCG Inspections
Captain
MV Oppositional
Point Pleasant, NJ
03.2001 - 09.2003
- Responsible for all aspects of vessel, safety, and crew
- Maintain all safety gear and preparation for USCG inspections
- Planning of all tasks involving budgeting and scheduling of employees
- Supervising of shipyard maintenance and overhauling of diesel and electrical systems.
- Coordinated fueling, repairs and other port activities to properly maintain ship
Captain
Black Shadow
04.1998 - 10.2000
- During employment, we fished Bahamas Billfish Series, Hatteras Bertram Shootouts, along with other various tournaments and plenty of fun meat fishing.
Captain
Additional Experience
- I have an extensive commercial fishing background backed up with over 20 years on the helm sportfishing.
Skills
- Training & Development
- Supervision & Leadership
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- People Skills
- Team Building
- Critical Thinking
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Team Management
- Problem Resolution
- Extensive commercial and sportfishing experience
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Captain
MV Topps
01.2022 - Current
Captain
NC DOT Ferry
01.2019 - 01.2022
Superintendent
NC DOT Ferry Division
01.2014 - 01.2019
Captain/Port Captain
NC DOT Hatteras Inlet
03.2011 - 03.2013
Captain
MV Topps
03.2006 - 09.2009
Captain
MV Sweetums
10.2004 - 02.2006
Captain
MV Oppositional
03.2001 - 09.2003
Captain
Black Shadow
04.1998 - 10.2000
Captain
Additional Experience
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