Jack Hoover
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Dynamic and self-motivated Ordinary Seaman with proven adaptability and strong teamwork skills, honed at BlueWater Maritime School. Successfully developed strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills in maritime environment. Proven ability to follow detailed instructions and maintain safety standards. Looking to transition into new field, leveraging transferrable skills to contribute effectively in a dynamic environment.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Specially Trained Ordinary Seaman
BlueWater Maritime School
03.2025 - 03.2025
- Supported vessel''s maintenance tasks by painting, chipping rust, greasing machinery, and conducting routine inspections to extend the ship''s lifespan.
- Enhanced communication among crew members by providing clear instructions and utilizing effective hand signals during deck operations.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new tasks and filling various roles as needed during busy periods or crew shortages.
- Improved safety on board by conducting regular maintenance and inspections of lifesaving equipment.
- Strengthened professional development through continuous training courses focused on seamanship, safety, and maritime regulations.
Rating Forming Part of a Navigational Watch
BlueWater Maritime School
03.2025 - 03.2025
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
8-hour First Aid & CPR
BlueWater Maritime School
03.2025 - 03.2025
- Perform adult CPR
- Use the AED in four scenarios
- Perform a patient assessment
- Perform bleeding control, splinting, bandaging
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Vessel Personnel With Designated Security Duties
BlueWater Maritime School
03.2025 - 03.2025
- Knowledge of current security threats and patterns
- Recognition and detection of dangerous substances and devices
- Recognition of characteristics and behavioral patterns of persons who are likely to threaten security
- Techniques used to circumvent security measures
- Crowd management and control techniques
- Security-related communications
- Knowledge of emergency procedures and contingency plans
- Operation of security equipment and systems
- Testing, calibration, and maintenance of security equipment and systems, both ashore and at sea
- Inspection, control, and monitoring techniques
- Relevant provisions of the Vessel Security Plan (VSP)
- Methods of physical screening of persons, personal effects, baggage, cargo, and vessel stores
- The meaning and the consequential requirements of the different MARSEC Levels
- Familiarity with all relevant aspects of the TWIC program and how to carry them out
4-hour Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities
BlueWater Maritime School
03.2025 - 03.2025
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Trained in complying with emergency procedures
- Preventing pollution of the marine environment
- Observing safe work practices
- Fostering clear and effective communications aboard the ship
- Maintaining good working relationships
Basic Fire Fighting
BlueWater Maritime School
- Knowledge to identify
- Contain, prevent and extinguish different types of fires using basic firefighting equipment
- Apply basic firefighting techniques in a safe and correct manner
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Personal Survival Techniques
BlueWater Maritime School
03.2025 - 03.2025
- Understand the use of survival craft
- Ensured adherence to safety standards through consistent use of personal protective equipment and proper tool handling techniques.
- How to react properly during maritime emergencies
- Knowledge of what measures to take to enhance personal survival and that of his/her shipmates
- Demonstrated commitment to personal growth by investing time in practice sessions aimed at refining techniques and expanding range of abilities on the instrument.
Education
Specially Trained Ordinary Seaman
Bluewater Maritime School
Jacksonville, FL03-2025
Skills
- Lifeboat operations
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Vessel safety procedures
- Adaptability to conditions
- Environmental awareness
- Emergency response training
- Steering
- Maritime communication
- Attention to detail
- Safety procedures
- Preventive Maintenance
- Basic seamanship
Timeline
Specially Trained Ordinary Seaman
BlueWater Maritime School
03.2025 - 03.2025
Rating Forming Part of a Navigational Watch
BlueWater Maritime School
03.2025 - 03.2025
8-hour First Aid & CPR
BlueWater Maritime School
03.2025 - 03.2025
Vessel Personnel With Designated Security Duties
BlueWater Maritime School
03.2025 - 03.2025
4-hour Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities
BlueWater Maritime School
03.2025 - 03.2025
Personal Survival Techniques
BlueWater Maritime School
03.2025 - 03.2025
Basic Fire Fighting
BlueWater Maritime School
Specially Trained Ordinary Seaman
Bluewater Maritime School
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