Derrick Roberts
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tug Boat Captain / Master of 200 Ton
Biblia Inc.
Savannah, GA
06.2021 - Current
- Ensured the safe navigation of vessels in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Organized and executed vessel maintenance schedules to ensure optimal performance.
- Maintained detailed logs of voyage activities, fuel consumption, and engine operations.
- Conducted pre-departure inspections to verify all necessary safety equipment was aboard and operational.
- Supervised deckhands in the operation of mooring lines, anchor handling, winch operations.
- Monitored engine performance and made adjustments as needed for improved efficiency.
- Performed minor repairs on vessel systems when possible or requested assistance from shore personnel when necessary.
- Inspected all navigational equipment regularly to ensure accuracy of readings.
- Navigated courses and determined speeds using navigation tools.
- Followed marine regulations applicable to planned route locations.
- Selected optimal routes and speeds to guide vessels to destinations in and meet schedule demands.
- Arranged for ship to be fueled, restocked with consumable supplies and repaired.
- Managed onboard supplies such as food stores and medical supplies according to passenger needs and preferences.
- Coordinated communication efforts among crew members during times of distress or emergency situations.
- Instructed new crew members on proper procedures for operating marine vessels safely.
- Assisted in training new staff members in basic seamanship skills such as knot tying, line handling.
- Adhered strictly to all safety protocols established by the owner and operator prior to embarking on each voyage.
- Measured water depths with depth measuring equipment.
- Inspected equipment and completed basic repairs to maintain safety and efficiency of each trip.
- Operated boat radios to maintain open avenues for exchanging information needed by operators.
- Utilized navigation resources to chart routes and maintain optimal course for vessel.
Mate of Towing
Biblia Inc.
Savannah, GA
06.2019 - 06.2021
- Ensured compliance with all applicable rules, regulations, laws, and company policies.
- Communicated with other vessels via radio to exchange navigational information.
- Performed daily maintenance on vessel systems including engines, electrical systems, pumps and valves.
- Conducted regular inspections of the vessel's engine room and machinery spaces.
- Checked mooring lines for security when docking or undocking a vessel.
- Prepared reports related to vessel activities such as voyage logs and fuel consumption records.
- Coordinated firefighting drills and emergency response procedures onboard the vessel.
- Maintained an accurate inventory of lifesaving appliances onboard the vessel.
- Participated in man overboard drills and rescue operations during emergencies at sea.
- Inspected all navigational lights to ensure they are functioning properly.
- Assisted in preparing navigational charts for plotting courses for passage planning.
- Responded promptly to orders from senior officers in order to maintain efficient operations.
- Checked navigation tools and telecommunications equipment prior to embarking on journeys to verify operational status.
- Directed and coordinated crew members while loading or unloading cargo, steering vessels, operating engines and maintaining or repairing ship equipment.
- Followed marine regulations applicable to planned route locations.
- Maintained peak performance in varying conditions and researched weather, wind, current and tide conditions to avoid and manage issues.
- Arranged for ship to be fueled, restocked with consumable supplies and repaired.
- Operated boat radios to maintain open avenues for exchanging information needed by operators.
- Oversaw ship operations during travel and kept watch for hazards.
- Navigated courses and determined speeds using navigation tools.
- Measured depth of ocean waters and assessed operating conditions using equipment.
- Directed ships by operating navigational equipment and steering effectively at controlled speeds.
Apprentice Mate Steersman
Biblia Inc.
Savannah, GA
05.2018 - 06.2019
- Assisted captain in navigating vessel through waterways and bays.
- Inspected ship's equipment and machinery to ensure safe operation.
- Maintained a clean and organized working environment onboard the vessel.
- Monitored engine performance during voyage, making necessary adjustments as required.
- Participated in drills such as firefighting, life raft launching, and abandon ship procedures.
- Conducted pre-departure checks of mooring lines, fuel levels, navigation lights.
- Managed inventory of supplies onboard the vessel, ensuring sufficient stock is available at all times.
- Cleaned exterior of vessel while docked or moored in port areas.
- Reported any irregularities or malfunctions of machinery or equipment immediately.
- Attended meetings with captain to discuss voyage plans, routes and schedules.
- Assisted in unloading cargo upon arrival at destination ports.
- Checked navigation tools and telecommunications equipment prior to embarking on journeys to verify operational status.
- Followed marine regulations applicable to planned route locations.
- Operated boat radios to maintain open avenues for exchanging information needed by operators.
- Utilized navigation resources to chart routes and maintain optimal course for vessel.
- Navigated courses and determined speeds using navigation tools.
Deckhand
Biblia Inc.
Savannah, GA
03.2016 - 05.2018
- Performed safety checks on all equipment and gear prior to use.
- Maintained a clean deck area through daily sweeping and scrubbing of surfaces.
- Prepared meals for crew members and served them at meal times.
- Conducted regular maintenance on deck machinery such as winches, pumps, cranes.
- Monitored engine room bilges for any signs of water leakage or contamination.
- Ensured that all required safety protocols were followed while underway.
- Checked navigation lights regularly to ensure they were functioning properly.
- Provided support to bridge personnel with lookout duties while underway.
- Communicated effectively with other vessels via radio transmissions.
- Stored food items safely in order to reduce spoilage during long journeys.
- Organized tools and supplies needed for onboard repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Carried out instructions issued by captain regarding docking procedures.
- Fastened handling lines and moorings to prevent boats, barges and equipment from drifting away.
- Performed vessel maintenance services, including cleaning, painting and basic repairs.
- Assisted with minor renovation or repair to keep boat in operable condition.
- Performed minor cleaning to maintain deck, safety equipment and machinery.
- Used lines, wires and stationary winches to build and break tow.
- Participated in drills and exercises to prepare for fire, collision or other emergencies.
- Stood watch in high-density traffic areas under extreme weather and sea conditions to support navigation rules.
- Inspected firefighting, lifesaving and other equipment on boat to maintain functionality.
- Read and interpreted gauges and fluid levels, reporting problems to captain.
- Handled rigging, lines and tow to increase equipment longevity.
- Maintained professionalism and efficiency in emergency situations.
- Swept, mopped and washed down decks to remove dirt and debris.
- Spliced and repaired ropes, wire cables or cordage.
- Lubricated machinery, equipment or engine parts.
- Monitored equipment for leaks, loose pipes, broken lights or other issues and informed mechanics of repair needs.
- Engaged in safety drills by leading others in tasks.
- Checked oil levels and monitored equipment to regularly oil and lubricate for smooth functioning.
- Attached hoses and operated pumps to transfer substances to and from liquid cargo tanks.
- Documented vessel's supplies and equipment inventory.
- Read pressure and temperature gauges or displays and recorded data in engineering logs.
Education
High School Diploma -
William M. Raines High School
Jacksonville, FL06-2008
Skills
- Weather Monitoring
- Safety procedures knowledge
- Mooring boats
- Navigation expertise
- Radio communication
- Route Planning
- Safety Management
- Team Management
- Vessel maintenance
- Route Navigation
- Equipment Inspection
- Operational planning
- Radar information interpretation
- Waterway navigation
- Continuous Improvement
Certification
- Master of Self-Propelled Vessels not including Sail or Auxiliary Sail of less than 200 Gross Register Ton (GRT) Upon Near Coastal Waters.
- Master of Towing Vessels Upon Near Coastal Waters.
- Radar Observer (Unlimited)
- Ordinary Seaman
- Wiper
- Steward's Department (F.H.)
Timeline
Tug Boat Captain / Master of 200 Ton
Biblia Inc.
06.2021 - Current
Mate of Towing
Biblia Inc.
06.2019 - 06.2021
Apprentice Mate Steersman
Biblia Inc.
05.2018 - 06.2019
Deckhand
Biblia Inc.
03.2016 - 05.2018
High School Diploma -
William M. Raines High School
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