Christian Lundstrom
Niantic,CT
Summary
Dynamic maritime professional with a proven track record at Cross Sound Ferry, excelling in marine safety and crew management. Skilled in fostering a culture of safety, enhancing team collaboration, and steering vessels with precision. Achieved significant improvements in emergency preparedness and passenger satisfaction through effective leadership and guest relations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mate
Cross Sound Ferry
New London, CT
04.2010 - Current
- Upheld the highest standards of maritime law compliance, promoting a culture of safety and professionalism among the crew.
- Evaluated crew performance, providing constructive feedback, and identifying areas for professional growth.
- Conducted regular drills to maintain proficiency in essential skills such as firefighting, life-saving techniques, man overboard, and abandon ship.
- Loaded the ferry: taking driver and passenger tickets, telling the driver where I wanted them to park, communicated with deckhand through hand signals where to park the car, answered driver and passenger questions.
Deckhand
Cross Sound Ferry
New London, CT
04.2010 - Current
- Developed strong teamwork skills by actively collaborating with fellow crew members in various tasks and emergency situations.
- Handled lines during mooring operations efficiently, securing the vessel safely at designated locations.
- Inspected and maintained deck equipment and supplies.
- Performed maintenance tasks such as greasing rachet binders and lubing fire hose nozzles to extend the lifespan of onboard assets.
- Contributed to efficient operations by maintaining a clean and organized deck environment.
- Communicated clearly, concisely and politely with passengers and crew members.
- Followed safety protocols and procedures to prevent accidents.
- Provided necessary support during docking maneuvers.
- Participated in emergency drills, improving overall preparedness for potential hazardous situations.
- Assisted with launching and retrieving the rescue boat.
- Managed inventory of supplies on board the vessel effectively to ensure adequate resources were available for crew needs.
- Operated deck machinery, including capstan, bow doors and lift deck ramps.
Education
None - Biology
New England College
Henniker, NHSkills
- Marine Safety
- First Aid Application
- Mooring Operations
- Vessel navigation
- Passenger Relations
- Crew Management
- Route Navigation
- Boat maintenance
Certification
200-ton Master
Radar observer
ARPA
FCC
Basic and advanced fire fighting
First aid / CPR
Stop the bleed
Timeline
Mate
Cross Sound Ferry
04.2010 - Current
Deckhand
Cross Sound Ferry
04.2010 - Current
None - Biology
New England College