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Overview
Work History
Education
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REFERENCES
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CHRISTOPHER R. Blakesley

Summary

Years of expertise in guiding and commanding ships while following safety procedures. Adept in employing navigational equipment, preparation, communication and knowledge of weather, surroundings and obstacles. Strong leader in offering concise direction and supervision of crew members attending to ship operations. Driven and enthusiastic, with a passion for life in the maritime industry.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Captain

Moran Towing
09.2025 - Current
  • Docked and undocked vessel using radios, depth finders, radars, lights, lighthouses and buoys to make safe and accurate operational decisions.
  • Collaborated with crew members to execute docking and mooring procedures effectively.
  • Adapted quickly to software systems for managing project documentation and communications.
  • Performed meticulous record-keeping duties, documenting essential information such as maintenance logs, crew hours, and trip itineraries for future reference.
  • Assisted in the training of new crew members to ensure they were well-prepared for their roles onboard the vessel as it pertains to safety practices and operational tasks.
  • Maintained vessel in pristine condition through diligent cleaning, maintenance, and repairs for optimal performance.
  • Consulted maps, weather reports or navigation equipment to determine and direct ship movements.
  • Determined speeds by using charts, area plotting sheets and compasses.

Mate

Moran Towing
07.2019 - 09.2025
  • Docked and undocked vessel using radios, depth finders, radars, lights, lighthouses and buoys to make safe and accurate operational decisions.
  • Kept watch aboard vessels to identify changing conditions or potential issues and implement corrective actions.
  • Maintained boat logs and oversaw cargo storage on or below decks, securing items, and protecting products from damage or loss.
  • Ensured timely reporting of incidents or near-misses, fostering an environment that prioritizes continuous improvement in safety measures.
  • Towed and maneuvered vessels in harbors and open seas, communicating movements to passing vessels.
  • Other duties assigned by vessel master.

Deckhand

Moran Towing
03.2012 - 07.2019
  • Handled lines during mooring operations efficiently, securing the vessel safely at designated locations.
  • Performed maintenance tasks such as painting, chipping rust, and greasing equipment to extend the lifespan of onboard assets.
  • Participated in emergency drills, improving overall preparedness for potential hazardous situations.
  • Conducted daily maintenance and cleaning of deck surfaces and equipment, ensuring safe and orderly environment.
  • Kept shipboard firefighting and lifesaving equipment properly maintained for use in emergency situations.

Education

1600 Ton Master Inland Endorsement

Houston Exam-Prep Training Center
Houston, Texas
11-2023

Master Of Towing

Houston Exam - Prep Training
Houston, Texas
08-2021

Advanced Firefighting ( SANJCC-15)

San Jacinto College
Pasadena, Texas
06-2020

Mate Pilot Endorsement

Houston Exam-Prep Training Center
Houston, Texas
03-2019

5-day Radar Observer ( Unlimited) Course

Houston Exam-Prep Training
Houston, Texas
03-2018

Houston Exam-Prep Training Center

Apprentice Mate
Houston , Texas
10-2017

Associate of Science - Diesel Mechanics Technology

High Tech Center Central
Fort Myers, Florida
01-2011

High School Diploma -

Mariner High School
Cape Coral, Florida
05-2009

Skills

    The towing vessels listed below operate on the associated ship channels, waterways, tributaries and anchorage for the port of Beaumont, Port Arthur, Port Orange, Texaco Island, docking, sailing escorting and shifting vessels that call on the local complexes and refineries from up to 20 miles offshore commencing at Sabine Seabouy #1

  • Eleanor F Moran 2012-2018 Deck, Mate 2019-2024
  • Benson George 2018-2019 Mate trainee
  • Katie T Moran 2019- 2020 mate; Relief Captain
  • Mary J Moran - Mate 2024-2025
  • Katie T Moran - Captain - Present

REFERENCES

Captain Danny Lopez

Moran Towing

(409) 749-0916


Captain Mark Taylor

Sabine Pilots Services- Retiree

(409) 963-9683


Steve Kelly

Regional Director

Moran Towing

(409) 962-0591


Timeline

Captain

Moran Towing
09.2025 - Current

Mate

Moran Towing
07.2019 - 09.2025

Deckhand

Moran Towing
03.2012 - 07.2019

1600 Ton Master Inland Endorsement

Houston Exam-Prep Training Center

Master Of Towing

Houston Exam - Prep Training

Advanced Firefighting ( SANJCC-15)

San Jacinto College

Mate Pilot Endorsement

Houston Exam-Prep Training Center

5-day Radar Observer ( Unlimited) Course

Houston Exam-Prep Training

Houston Exam-Prep Training Center

Apprentice Mate

Associate of Science - Diesel Mechanics Technology

High Tech Center Central

High School Diploma -

Mariner High School

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