Donald D'Albora
100 Ton Captain/Towing Endorsement, Commercial Fisherman
Pompano Beach,FL
Summary
Hard working Commercial Fisherman brings 36 years of maritime experience. Supports and directs ship navigation and daily deck operations. Contributes to team goals with skillful prioritization. Astute problem-solver with strong communication and critical thinking skills. Identifies and solves operational challenges and maintains course with exceptional navigation skills. Experienced working in team environments. Reputation for hard work, punctuality and willingness to learn new things.
Experienced with electronics including chart plotters, VHF, autopilot, fish finders, sonar, radar, and satellite navigation.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Mate/Deckhand/Draggerman
Blue Water Fisheries/ F/V Megan Marie
New Bedford, MA
02.2022 - 02.2024
- 4-8 Hrs. wheel time per day.
- Hydraulics maintenance and repair.
- Engine and generators repair and maintenance.
- Monthly Safety drills with survival suits, PFD's, life rafts and EPIRBS.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Promoted continuous improvement by problem-solving and sharing suggestions to optimise team operations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Displayed energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Applied critical thinking to analyse problems, evaluate solutions and select best decisions.
- Operated machinery to achieve targets while following regulations.
- Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.
- Assisted in navigation tasks, utilizing advanced electronic systems to ensure safe passage through challenging waters
Mate/Deckhand/Draggerman
W And W Fisheries/ F/V Perception
Montauk, NY
02.2012 - 06.2021
- 4-8 Hrs. wheel time per day
- Hydraulics maintenance and repair.
- Engine and generators repair and maintenance.
- Monthly Safety drills with survival suits, PFD's, life rafts and EPIRBS.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Promoted continuous improvement by problem-solving and sharing suggestions to optimise team operations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Displayed energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Applied critical thinking to analyse problems, evaluate solutions and select best decisions.
- Operated machinery to achieve targets while following regulations.
- Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.
- Assisted in navigation tasks, utilizing advanced electronic systems to ensure safe passage through challenging waters
Mate/Deckhand
Mike Skarimbas/ F/V Endangered Species
Montauk, NY
06.1994 - 11.2015
- Seasonal Scalloping/Dredge
- Seasonal Bluefin Tuna/Rod and Reel
- 4-8 Hrs. Wheel time daily.
Mate/Deckhand
Paul Stern, Ed Borg/ Tuna Tangler, Tuna Tangler II
Montauk, NY
08.1994 - 08.2010
- Seasonal Bluefin Tuna/Rod and Reel
- Seasonal Gill netting/ Monkfish
- 4-8 hrs. wheel time daily
Mate/Deckhand/Draggerman
Chuck Weimer/Rianda S. Fisheries/ F/VRianda S.
Montauk, NY
10.1999 - 06.2004
- 4-8 Hrs. Wheel time daily
Mate/Deckhand
Donny Braddock/ F/VBobalou
Wanchese, NC
05.1997 - 11.1999
- Seasonal Bluefin Tuna/Rod and Reel
- 4-8 Hrs. Wheel time daily
Captain/Mate/Deckhand/Lobsterman
Mark Marose/ F/VAnna Mary
Montauk, NY
03.1994 - 11.1998
- Trap Fishing
- Long Line for Codfish/Seasonal
- 4-8 Hrs. Wheel time daily
Captain/Mate/Deckhand/Lobsterman
Dan D'Albora/Jen D. Fishco./ F/V Capt. Curt
Montauk, NY
12.1990 - 02.1994
- Trap Fishing
- Long line for Codfish/Seasonal
- 4-8 Hrs. Wheel time daily
Education
Some College (No Degree) - 100 ton master/Towing Endorsement
Seashool Ft. Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale, FL/U.S. 01.2022 - 08.2022
Aviation Hydraulics/Plane Captain/Firefighting
United States Navy
San Diego, CA./ U.S. 08.1988 - 12.1990
Skills
100 Ton Master/Towing Endorsement
Deck watchkeeping
Problem-solving
Communication skills
Vessel repair and refurbishment
Engine room maintenance
Tide and weather assessments
Team safety briefings
Pre-voyage safety inspections
Local area knowledge
First aid training
Emergency procedures
Safety compliance
Health and Safety Compliance
Emergency response procedures
Timeline
Mate/Deckhand/Draggerman
Blue Water Fisheries/ F/V Megan Marie
02.2022 - 02.2024
Some College (No Degree) - 100 ton master/Towing Endorsement
Seashool Ft. Lauderdale
01.2022 - 08.2022
Mate/Deckhand/Draggerman
W And W Fisheries/ F/V Perception
02.2012 - 06.2021
Mate/Deckhand/Draggerman
Chuck Weimer/Rianda S. Fisheries/ F/VRianda S.
10.1999 - 06.2004
Mate/Deckhand
Donny Braddock/ F/VBobalou
05.1997 - 11.1999
Mate/Deckhand
Paul Stern, Ed Borg/ Tuna Tangler, Tuna Tangler II
08.1994 - 08.2010
Mate/Deckhand
Mike Skarimbas/ F/V Endangered Species
06.1994 - 11.2015
Captain/Mate/Deckhand/Lobsterman
Mark Marose/ F/VAnna Mary
03.1994 - 11.1998
Captain/Mate/Deckhand/Lobsterman
Dan D'Albora/Jen D. Fishco./ F/V Capt. Curt
12.1990 - 02.1994
Aviation Hydraulics/Plane Captain/Firefighting
United States Navy
08.1988 - 12.1990
Student Pilot
100+ Hrs. single engine/Fixed Wing Aircraft