Jason Whiting
Seminole,AL
Summary
Dynamic First Mate with proven expertise at Hubbard's Marina, enhancing operational efficiency through meticulous navigation and safety protocols. Skilled in crew training and vessel maintenance, I foster teamwork and adaptability, ensuring seamless voyages and exceptional guest experiences. Recognized for reducing accident rates and optimizing fuel efficiency through strategic route planning.
Overview
1
1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
First Mate
Hubbard's Marina
Madeira beach, FL
06.2020 - 03.2026
- Assisted captain with vessel operations, navigation support, and dock line handling during departures and arrivals.
- Conducted passenger safety briefings, emergency procedures, and life jacket checks before each trip.
- Prepared fishing gear, bait, and tackle for charter operations and guest instruction.
- Supported guest service by answering trip questions, boarding passengers, and resolving onboard needs.
- Inspected vessel equipment, reported maintenance issues, and verified readiness for daily departures.
- Addressed guest needs, questions, or concerns to create optimum experience
- Handled lines to moor vessels to wharfs, tie up vessels to other vessels and rig towing lines.
- Swept, mopped and wiped down decks and exterior to remove dirt and debris.
- Participated actively in drills for various emergency scenarios, enhancing crew''s preparedness and ability to respond effectively when needed
- Stood for Numbers of hours per shift to perform look-out duties to navigate away from obstructions in ship's path and locate navigational aids.
- Assisted in training new crew members.
- Provided expert guidance on anchor handling operations
- Guided guests on excursions of sport fishing
- Provided critical assistance during emergency situations such as medical emergencies or mechanical failures, ensuring swift response times and appropriate actions taken to mitigate risks.
- Set ships' courses to avoid reefs, outlying shoals or other hazards using lighthouses or buoys
- Kept watch aboard vessels to identify changing conditions or potential issues and implement corrective actions.
- Operated large marine vessels by adjusting speed, steering craft and utilizing navigation instruments
- Docked and undocked vessel using radios, depth finders, radars, lights, lighthouses and buoys to make safe and accurate operational decisions.
- Navigated vessel routes and used navigation equipment to verify accuracy of calculations
- Took responsibility for ship operations in cases of injury or illness.
First Mate
The Pirate Ship at Johns Pass
Madeira beach, FL
06.2011 - 09.2019
- Kept accurate logs of vessel activities, including course changes, weather conditions, fuel consumption, maintenance tasks, and crew performance evaluations.
- Learned to operate new technology systems and procedures through instruction, simulators and models.
- Prioritized safety procedures when operating vessels, controlling speed, berthing and unberthing, giving optimal protection to crew and equipment.
- Completed regular vessel inspections to identify deficiencies and coordinate corrective actions.
- Set ships' courses to avoid reefs, outlying shoals or other hazards using lighthouses or buoys.
- Interviewed and hired crew members and assigned watches or living quarters to crew members.
- Provided critical assistance during emergency situations such as medical emergencies or mechanical failures, ensuring swift response times and appropriate actions taken to mitigate risks.
- Navigated vessel routes and used navigation equipment to verify accuracy of calculations.
- Handled lines to moor vessels to wharfs, tie up vessels to other vessels and rig towing lines.
- Enhanced vessel safety by conducting regular inspections and maintenance of all onboard equipment.
- Utilized navigation expertise and tools to set courses and determine ship position throughout travel.
- Increased operational efficiency by regularly reviewing procedures for potential improvements or updates needed based on industry best practices or regulatory requirements.
- Operated large marine vessels by adjusting speed, steering craft and utilizing navigation instruments.
- Ensured safe navigation through various types of waterways using advanced technical knowledge in chart reading.
- Helped maintain clean, organized deck spaces for passenger comfort and crew efficiency.
- Provided expert guidance on anchor handling operations, resulting in reduced time spent anchoring and retrieving anchors.
Infantryman
Us Army
Ft wainwright , Ak
09.2006 - 10.2010
- Executed dismounted patrols, route reconnaissance, and security operations in varied tactical environments.
- Operated individual and crew-served weapons during live-fire training and mission readiness exercises.
- Applied land navigation skills to orient squads and maintain movement accuracy across unfamiliar terrain.
- Maintained weapons, communications gear, and field equipment to ensure mission readiness and reliability.
Education
Bachelor of Science - General
Spc
Seminole, FLSkills
Safety procedures
Team management
Maritime regulations
Crew training
Operational planning
Environmental awareness
Navigation expertise
Weather forecasting
Seamanship abilities
Vessel maintenance
Teamwork
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Time management
Attention to detail
Leadership skills
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking
Multitasking Abilities
Reliability
Excellent communication
Organizational skills
Team collaboration
Crew oversight
Effective communication
Adaptability and flexibility
Navigation tools
Vessel navigation
Decision-making
Watercraft safety
Relationship building
Maritime rescue operations
Ship maintenance and security
Marine vessel operation
USCG regulations
Boat steering
Team building
Safety protocols
Task prioritization
Safety management
Vessel inspection
Self motivation
Engine and winch maintenance
Route planning
Interpersonal skills
Map reading
Analytical thinking
Conflict resolution
Goal setting
Risk assessment
Professionalism
Safety Equipment
Interpersonal communication
Schedule management
Crew supervision
Time management abilities
Continuous improvement
Physical stamina
Adaptability
Maintenance management
Cargo handling
Emergency planning
Navigation equipment
Risk management assessments
Cargo loading
Crew management
Crisis management
Communication management
Equipment maintenance
Environmental monitoring
Weather prediction
Emergency response
Professional demeanor
Load calculation
Equipment inspection
Problem-solving aptitude
Maintenance coordination
Navigational control
Route planning and optimization
Route navigation software
Route selection and optimization
International regulations
Environmental compliance
Communication system operations
Analytical skills
Geography expertise
Ship nomenclature
Map reading and interpretation
Docking coordination
Inspect equipment
Damage control
Certification
Combat life-saver certified
CPR certified
Combat driver certified
Hazmat certified
Timeline
First Mate
Hubbard's Marina
06.2020 - 03.2026
First Mate
The Pirate Ship at Johns Pass
06.2011 - 09.2019
Infantryman
Us Army
09.2006 - 10.2010
Bachelor of Science - General
Spc