CIARA CORKERY
Fort Lauderdale,FL
Summary
Calm and reliable deckhand with a strong maritime foundation from the U.S. Coast Guard. Experienced working in fast-paced environments, long days and demanding sea states while maintaining clear communication, strong teamwork and a professional attitude. Quick to learn, confident in teaching others and committed to upholding high standards of safety, seamanship and vessel readiness. Eager to develop yacht-specific skills and contribute immediately to a high-performing deck team.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Boatswain’s Mate
United States Coast Guard
01.2021 - 01.2025
- Completed 100+ tender launch/recovery evolutions (36’ LRI & 27’ OTH), including cradling, notching, line-tending and alongside operations underway in varied sea states.
- Served as Master Helmsman, Lookout & QMOW (assistant navigator).
- Damage-control qualified; responded to real smoke, fire & toxic-gas casualties.
- Deck operations: line handling, mooring/unmooring, anchoring, surface prep & exterior maintenance.
- Supported SAR, security & night operations in demanding conditions.
- Held collateral duties as Maintenance, Damage Control & Aviation PO.
- Worked within multi-person deck teams during safety-sensitive evolutions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sunlake Highschool
Land O' Lakes, FL05.2019
Skills
Strong situational & spatial awareness; safety-first mindset
Calm, reliable & composed under pressure
Quick learner; adapts fast
Excellent teamwork & clear deck communication
Strong water confidence & high physical endurance
Knowledge of safe deck flow, fendering & line safety
Exterior care awareness: washdowns, drying & detailing
Basic ECDIS & bridge-support awareness
Emergency escape & compartment egress familiarity
Certification
- USCG 200-Ton Master — Exam passed, application pending
- USCG 100-Ton Master Near Coastal
- Assistance Towing
- Ordinary Seaman
- Wiper
- Stewardess
- Food Handler
- STCW Basic Training
- Lifeboatman
- Powerboat Level 2 — scheduled 20–21 Nov
- ENG1
- TWIC
- Passport
Accomplishments
- Good Conduct Medal – For sustained honorable, disciplined, and reliable service.
- Special Operations Service Ribbon – For supporting missions of national significance and high operational demand.
- Meritorious Team Commendations (3) – For exceptional team performance during major operations.
- Positive Page 7 – For outstanding initiative, leadership, and professional performance.
Interests
Fitness, wakeboarding, spearfishing, freediving, beach volleyball, travel
Timeline
Boatswain’s Mate
United States Coast Guard
01.2021 - 01.2025
High School Diploma -
Sunlake Highschool