Gordon Davis
West Des Moines,IA
Summary
Proficient Quartermaster with many years of service in the U.S. Navy. Knowledgeable about navigation procedures, ship controls and supply management needs. Adept at plotting charts, standing watch, and resolving problems with existing navigation materials. Seasoned professional in maritime operations known for unparalleled productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in navigation, safety protocol compliance, and emergency response management. Brings valuable soft skills including teamwork, adaptability, and communication to excel in collaborative maritime environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Quartermaster
US Navy
Various, Various
04.1975 - 06.1993
Completed Quatermaster 'A' School at Training Center in San Diego, CA.
Performed navigation watch duties to monitor ship's position and maintain course.
- Utilized visual navigation aids, radar, and electronic devices for accurate positioning.
- Ensured timely arrival at destination by managing course and speed effectively.
- Qualified as Master Helmsman for all restricted maneuvering operations.
- Qualified to operate a 26' boat, a 40' utility boat, and a 55' landing craft.
- Qualified and operated as a Navigation Officer on US Navy ships.
- Qualified and stood watch as conning officer on several different classes and tonnage Navy vessels
- Taught Basic Days work in Navigation to Midshipman at the NROTC Unit, Iowa State University, Ames Iowa
Skills
- Locomotive operation
- Safety compliance
- Equipment maintenance
- Pre-trip inspections
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Signal monitoring
- Navigation techniques
- Radar operation
- Electronic navigation
- Ship maneuvering
- Conning officer duties
- Boat operation
- Training development
- Effective communication
- Decision making
- Offshore operations
- Bridge watch procedures
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Maritime regulations compliance
- Preventative maintenance
- Collision avoidance
- Radio operation
- Lifeboat operation
- Preparing nautical charts
- Bridge watch
Timeline
Quartermaster
US Navy
04.1975 - 06.1993
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