Edwin “Ted” Barrett
Lahaina,HI
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
41
41
years of professional experience
1988
1988
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Captain
Leopard 45 Sailing Catamaran
Lahaina, Hawaii
05.2022 - Current
- Recreational auxiliary sailing vessel.
- Cruising extensively throughout the Hawaiian Islands.
- Currently moored on Oahu, with Lahaina, Maui hailing as home port.
Maui Fire Department
County Of Maui
Lanai, Hawaii
07.2002 - Current
- Currently stationed on Lana’i as a Fire Fighter III. Tanker 8 driver/engineer for the past 3 years.
- Previous experience as a driver/engineer on Ladder 3 Ariel apparatus and Rescue Boat 3 in Lahaina.
- Engine 12 driver/engineer and acting officer(Captain)in Puko’o, on the Island of Moloka’i.
- Stationed on Maui as a Fire Fighter I at various stations including Napili, Makawao and Lahaina.
Owner/Captain
J33 racing monohull
Lahaina, Hawaii
08.2017 - 08.2023
- Complete restoration of vessel in 2019.
- Raced extensively throughout the Hawaiian Islands.
- Home port was located in Lahaina Harbor on Maui.
Owner of Boat Restoration and Repair Business
Barrett Boatworks LLC
Lahaina, Hawaii
01.2001 - 10.2022
- 20+ years experience as owner/operator of a small boat restoration and repair business based out of Lahaina, Maui.
- Fiberglassing, fabrication and painting projects on vessels of all sizes, power and sail.
- Electrical and plumbing installations and system repairs/replacement.
- Marine consulting and project coordinator for various vessel dry docks.
Boat Captain-Blaze 2
Hawaii Catamaran Charters
Lahaina, HI
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Operated private 5-7 day overnight sailing charters throughout the Hawaiian Islands.
- Collaborated with guests to provide a personalized on-the-water experience, taking into account current and predicted weather conditions to safely navigate Hawaii’s waters.
- Daily activities included sailing, snorkeling, kayaking, fishing and hiking.
- Provisioned and prepared meals on board catering to clients food preferences and desires.
- Continuously maintained vessel in a state of charter readiness and to the highest safety standards.
Owner/Captain
45' Hawaiian outrigger sailing canoe
Maui, HI
02.2007 - 09.2015
- Restored and raced 6 person Hawaiian outrigger sailing canoe.
- Participated for 8 years consecutively in the Hawaiian Sailing Canoe Association summer inter-island race series.
- Traversed all of the Hawaiian channels from Big Island to Kauai.
Boat Captain-Teralani
Ka’anapali Kai Charters
Ka’anapali, NH
06.1996 - 12.2000
- Operate 53’ sailing catamaran along coastal waters of West Maui for snorkel sails, sunset sails, whale watches and private charters.
- Manage crew to provide a safe and memorable experience for guests.
- Assist with daily maintenance of vessel and unanticipated emergency repairs.
- Lead collaboration of dry dock operations and USCG COI requirements.
Restaurant Food Server
Various Restaurants
NY/CA/HI, USA
01.1985 - 05.1996
- Worked as a food server for 11 years in various restaurants in New York, Lake Tahoe and Maui.
- Restaurants included Fine French Dining, American, Italian and Pacific Rim cuisine.
- Delivered exceptional customer service in fast-paced restaurant environments.
Education
John Jay High School
Cross River, NYSome College (No Degree) - Architecture
Pratt Institute
Brooklyn, NYCertification
- USCG 100 Ton Masters License
- Sailing endorsement
- Towing endorsement
- CPR and First Aid certification
- PADI SCUBA Rescue Driver certified
Timeline
Owner/Captain
Leopard 45 Sailing Catamaran
05.2022 - Current
Boat Captain-Blaze 2
Hawaii Catamaran Charters
08.2021 - 02.2022
Owner/Captain
J33 racing monohull
08.2017 - 08.2023
Owner/Captain
45' Hawaiian outrigger sailing canoe
02.2007 - 09.2015
Maui Fire Department
County Of Maui
07.2002 - Current
Owner of Boat Restoration and Repair Business
Barrett Boatworks LLC
01.2001 - 10.2022
Boat Captain-Teralani
Ka’anapali Kai Charters
06.1996 - 12.2000
Restaurant Food Server
Various Restaurants
01.1985 - 05.1996
John Jay High School
Some College (No Degree) - Architecture
Pratt Institute