James Sparks
Morehead City,NC
Summary
Dedicated deckhand with extensive experience in vessel handling, marine navigation, and safety compliance. Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to maintaining operational efficiency and team collaboration. Proven ability to execute detailed instructions, ensuring safety and cleanliness in marine environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Ferry Crew Member One
NCDOT
Hatteras, North Carolina
01.2026 - Current
- Supported loading and unloading of the vessel, contributing to on-time departures.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow during operations.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and orderliness of work areas and equipment.
- Communicated with supervisors about task progress and resource needs to enhance operational efficiency.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge of operations.
Maintenance Technician / Lead Deckhand
Towboatus
Atlantic Beach, North Carolina
06.2024 - 12.2025
- Inspected marine equipment for safety compliance and functional integrity regularly.
- Conducted routine maintenance on towboats and equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to perform preventive maintenance tasks efficiently.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
Maintenance Technician
Powell Brothers Maintenance
Beaufort, North Carolina
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Supervised sandblasting operations to ensure safety and quality standards.
- Coordinated painting schedules to optimize workflow and resource allocation.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to ensure safety compliance.
Commercial Fishing Vessel Deckhand
Fishing Vessel Blackbeard
Oriental, North Carolina
02.2020 - 04.2024
- Assisted in navigation and vessel maintenance during fishing trips.
- Monitored weather conditions to ensure crew safety at sea.
- Operated fishing equipment to support efficient catch processes.
- Nurtured teamwork by following directions from the captain or crew members at all times while on board.
- Performed daily maintenance on vessels including cleaning, painting, and lubricating machinery.
Education
East Carteret High School
Beaufort, NCSkills
Certification
- Oupv- operator with assistance towing, ordinary seafarer, wiper and stewards department certification- U.S. coast guard, issued 2026
- Twic card issued 2025
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Ferry Crew Member One
NCDOT
01.2026 - Current
Maintenance Technician / Lead Deckhand
Towboatus
06.2024 - 12.2025
Maintenance Technician
Powell Brothers Maintenance
04.2024 - 06.2024
Commercial Fishing Vessel Deckhand
Fishing Vessel Blackbeard
02.2020 - 04.2024
East Carteret High School