GERARDO VALENCIA
Tampa,FL
Summary
Seasoned Deckhand experienced in navigation, equipment maintenance, and safety procedures. Achieved high productivity through effective teamwork, communication, and adaptability, contributing to smooth operations on deck. Focused on maintaining a safe and organized work environment while embracing new challenges.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Deckhand
Adriatic Marine llc
Raceland, Louisiana
03.2026 - Current
- Coordinated loading and unloading of cargo, supplies, and passengers to maintain operational efficiency on the vessel.
- Secured lines and mooring gear to ensure safe mooring of Adriatic Marine service vessels.
- Assisted captain with deck operations and vessel watch duties.
- Carried out instructions issued by captain regarding docking procedures.
- Maintained deck tools and organized work areas for safe access.
- Maintained a clean deck area through daily sweeping and scrubbing of surfaces.
- Scrubbed and washed decks to maintain cleanliness and safety on the vessel., rails, and marine equipment during daily upkeep.
- Performed vessel maintenance services, including cleaning, painting and basic repairs.
- Participated in emergency drills and exercises to enhance crew readiness for fire, collision, or other emergencies.
Education
Grace King High-school
Metairie, LASkills
- Docking procedures
- Mooring operations
- Mooring lines
- Cargo handling
- Handling cargo
- Emergency drills
- Maritime safety
- Performing maintenance
- Cleaning vessels
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Sanitation procedures
- Painting and varnishing
- Painting surfaces
- Vessel painting
- Mooring boats
- Mooring vessels
- Laundry operations
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Deckhand
Adriatic Marine llc
03.2026 - Current
Grace King High-school