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Currin Glover

Summit,MS

Summary

Capable maritime professional with robust experience and diverse skillset in effectively managing marine vessels. Skillful in budgeting, crewing, and training vessel personnel. Established working relationships with state and federal agencies. Experienced and knowledgeable in vessel inspections and maintenance programs Motivated to eliminate issues and incidents by consistently following safety protocols and company policies.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Port Captain

Magnolia Fleet
02.2024 - Current
  • Managed budgets for vessel expenses, consistently keeping expenditures within approved limits while maintaining high-quality services.
  • Coordinated with local authorities for timely clearance of vessels, reducing delays and associated costs.
  • Oversaw emergency response efforts during incidents at sea or in port, effectively managing resources to ensure the safety of crew members and minimize damages to property or the environment.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing feedback and recognition as well as addressing any areas needing development or improvement among the team members.
  • Conducted thorough vessel inspections, identifying potential issues and initiating corrective actions to maintain compliance.
  • Managed crew assignments, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to company policies and industry regulations.
  • Negotiated contracts with service providers, securing favorable terms that resulted in cost savings for the organization.
  • Facilitated crew training programs, enhancing skillsets and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Liaised with customers to address concerns or disputes, fostering positive relationships and maintaining client satisfaction.
  • Served as a key liaison between vessel crew, management, and customers, ensuring smooth communication and timely resolution of any issues that arose during port visits.

Captain

Kirby Inland Marine
07.2019 - 02.2024
  • Assessed course and weather to assist with managing crew safety.
  • Maintained records of daily activities, weather and sea conditions, pollution control efforts, and crew status.
  • Prioritized safety procedures when operating vessels, controlling speed, berthing and unberthing, giving optimal protection to crew and equipment.
  • Adhered to laws and Coast Guard regulations based on voyage locations.
  • Directed and coordinated crew members and workers and maintained strict operational schedules and budget targets.
  • Completed regular vessel inspections to identify deficiencies and coordinate corrective actions.
  • Took responsibility for ship operations in cases of injury or illness.
  • Maintained boat logs and oversaw cargo storage and transportation from port to port.

Relief Captain

Higman Barge Lines
10.2016 - 08.2019
  • Kept watch aboard vessels to identify changing conditions or potential issues and implement corrective actions.
  • Docked and undocked vessel using radios, depth finders, radars, lights, and buoys to make safe and accurate operational decisions.
  • Planned routes and travel speeds to meet scheduling and delivery goals.

Pilot

Higman Barge Lines
09.2013 - 10.2013
  • Kept watch aboard vessels to identify changing conditions or potential issues and implement corrective actions.
  • Managed vessel while following captain's standing orders and upholding crew safety

Deckhand / Steersman

Carline Management
07.2010 - 09.2013
  • Laid and transferred rigging, safely handled lines and checked tow for vessels.
  • Assisted with navigation and safety tasks such as look-out.
  • Shifted, dropped and picked up barges.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Quickly learned tow building and vessel operation
  • Developed navigation and vessel operation skills while learning rules of the road and tow building.

Education

No Degree - General Studies

Southwest Mississippi Community College
Summit, MS

High School Diploma -

New Life Christian Academy
Summit, MS
2005

Skills

  • Maintenance Services
  • Team Communication
  • Active Learning
  • Safety Protocols
  • Vessel Navigation
  • Boat Safety Maintenance
  • Vessel Safety
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Critical Thinking
  • Crew Management and Training
  • Marine Safety Regulations
  • Incident Investigation

Accomplishments

  • In only 9 years I went from green deckhand to captain
  • Became captain at the age of 33
  • I have trained over a dozen steersman and countless deckhands / tankerman trainee

Timeline

Port Captain

Magnolia Fleet
02.2024 - Current

Captain

Kirby Inland Marine
07.2019 - 02.2024

Relief Captain

Higman Barge Lines
10.2016 - 08.2019

Pilot

Higman Barge Lines
09.2013 - 10.2013

Deckhand / Steersman

Carline Management
07.2010 - 09.2013

No Degree - General Studies

Southwest Mississippi Community College

High School Diploma -

New Life Christian Academy

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