Eric Pickering
Bethpage,NY
Summary
Dynamic and skilled Boat Captain with extensive experience at Fire Island Water Taxi, adept in navigation and emergency management. Proven ability to enhance team performance and ensure passenger safety through effective communication and proactive vessel maintenance. Committed to excellence in maritime operations and fostering a collaborative work environment.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Boat Captain
Fire Island Water Taxi
Bay Shore, NY
07.2017 - Current
- Operated water taxi vessels safely in accordance with maritime regulations.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks to ensure vessel readiness and safety.
- Assisted passengers with boarding, disembarking, and luggage handling efficiently.
- Assisted 50+
- Navigated waterways using GPS and navigational charts for optimal routing.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch to coordinate schedules and operational needs.
- Trained new crew members on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Navigated challenging waters skillfully, ensuring safe and efficient transit of passengers and cargo.
ABTankerman
Kirby Offshore Marine
Houston, TX
07.2004 - Current
- Maintained strong personal responsibility through proactive and independent work ethic.
- Adapted quickly and executed tasks effectively in dynamic, fast-paced work settings.
- Leveraged strong interpersonal skills to foster teamwork and maintain productivity in both individual and group assignments.
- Mastered new information and techniques efficiently to support ongoing professional development.
- Managed logistics for fuel barge loading and discharging, coordinating with teams to optimize turnaround times.
- Load/discharge 500gallons various fuels
AB Tankerman
K=Sea Transportation
Staten Island, NY
06.2004 - 07.2004
- Managed operation and maintenance of safety equipment to ensure secure transfer of liquid cargo.
- Established and enforced best practices for spill prevention and emergency response protocols.
- Executed deckhand responsibilities for one year, followed by extensive experience as AB Tankerman managing vessel operations.
- Assisted in towing operations for oil barges using wire boats. Supported crew in managing ship assistance tasks. Contributed to safe and efficient transport of materials.
- Executed loading and discharging operations for fuel management.
- Load and discharge 200+ gallons of various fuels
AB Deckhand
Reinauer Transportation
Staten Island, NY
06.2001 - 06.2004
- Managed deck machinery and equipment operations to guarantee safe vessel navigation.
- Oversaw cargo handling and secured loads to ensure stability during transport.
- Executed wireboat towing operations to ensure safe and efficient transport of vessels.
Deckhand
McAllister Transportation
Staten Island, NY
06.1998 - 06.2001
- Operated and maintained deck machinery to ensure safe vessel operations.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment and supplies, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Assisted in towing garbage vessels to designated locations. Supported operations by providing wire boat towing services. Aided in the safe transport of marine debris.
Education
Associate of Science - Maritime Studies
West Islip High School
West Islip, NY1984
Captains License - Maritime Studies
Sea School
Freeport, NY1984
Skills
Boat handling
Maritime regulations
Route planning
Emergency management
First aid proficiency
Anchoring techniques
Navigation expertise
Fuel management
Timeline
Boat Captain
Fire Island Water Taxi
07.2017 - Current
ABTankerman
Kirby Offshore Marine
07.2004 - Current
AB Tankerman
K=Sea Transportation
06.2004 - 07.2004
AB Deckhand
Reinauer Transportation
06.2001 - 06.2004
Deckhand
McAllister Transportation
06.1998 - 06.2001
Associate of Science - Maritime Studies
West Islip High School
Captains License - Maritime Studies
Sea School