Jeremy Brock
Captain
17011 NE 19th Street Vancouver,WA
Summary
Summary
- Dedicated and experienced ship handler with over a decade of experience in the maritime industry.
- Expertise in conventional and Z-drive vessels, with a proven track record of safely and efficiently navigating vessels in challenging conditions.
- Passionate about becoming a Columbia River Pilot, and eager to learn and grow in this unique and rewarding field.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with a strong commitment to safety.
- Experienced and skilled Tugboat Captain possessing extensive knowledge of local water systems, navigational protocols and vessel handling techniques.
- Adept at analyzing weather conditions, conducting risk assessments and making critical decisions under pressure.
- A valuable asset to any team and can be counted on to get the job done.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Captain
Shaver Transportation
Portland, OR
2013.01 - Current
- Specialize in operating knockout tows of up to 700 feet long up-river that regularly gross up to 15,000 dead weight tons.
- Highly skilled tractor and conventional tug operator in ship assist and barge work.
- Actively train new-hires regarding all aspects of tugboat operations including, but not limited to, captain check-off requirements as well as deckhand safety protocols and operations.
- Assisted Port Captain reviewing the Lower Columbia River Harbor Safety Plan, East of Ryan Point section.
- Assisting in development and implementation of a new digital vessel log system.
- Currently manage all crew members along with the delegation of responsibilities for their designated job(s).
- Took initiative to improve emergency drills by implementing realistic simulations to create a more effective training environment.
- Independently networked with personal connections at HME Construction, Inc. leading to over $300k in additional business to Shaver during a lull in business.
- Successfully assisted in Shavers’ first dead ship tow seamlessly across the Columbia River Bar.
- Meticulously inspect tugs and barges to ensure safe environments.
- Frequently assist vessels on and off the various dry-docks at Vigor Marine.
Deckhand
Shaver Transportation
Portland, OR
2010.06 - 2013.01
Captain
HME Construction Inc
Vancouver, WA
2016.12 - 2023.06
- Relief Captain
Intern/Able Seaman Aboard the Nancy Foster
National Oceanic And Atmospheric Administration, NOAA
Charleston, SC
2008.01 - 2010.06
- Expert small boat coxswain.
- Experienced crane operator; qualified in all operations and inspections.
- Created the training manual for crew member operations pertaining to all deck equipment aboard the Nancy Foster.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
Relief Deckhand
Columbia River Bar Pilots
Astoria, OR
2007.01 - 2008.01
Gunners Mate
U.S. Navy Active Duty
Bremerton, WA
2000.08 - 2002.08
- Deployed during Operation Enduring Freedom.
- Discharged Honorably
Education
Tractor Tug School
Pacific Maritime Institute
Seattle, WA 2012.01 - 2012.09
General Studies
Howard Community College
Columbia, MD 2009.09 - 2009.12
Seamanship
Tongue Point Seamanship Program
Astoria 2006.01 - 2008.09
Vessel Operations
Clatsop Community College
Astoria, OR 2006.01 - 2008.09
Criminal Justice
Central Texas College
Bremerton 2000.01 - 2002.09
High School Diploma -
Summit View High School
Vancouver 1999.09 - 2000.06
Camas High School
Camas, WA 1996.06 - 1999.09
Skills
Prioritizing Safety Protocols
Efficient Learner
Team Building
Delegating Tasks
Z-drives
Conventional Tugs
Navigation
Decision Making
Timeline
Captain
HME Construction Inc
2016.12 - 2023.06
Captain
Shaver Transportation
2013.01 - Current
Tractor Tug School
Pacific Maritime Institute
2012.01 - 2012.09
Deckhand
Shaver Transportation
2010.06 - 2013.01
General Studies
Howard Community College
2009.09 - 2009.12
Intern/Able Seaman Aboard the Nancy Foster
National Oceanic And Atmospheric Administration, NOAA
2008.01 - 2010.06
Relief Deckhand
Columbia River Bar Pilots
2007.01 - 2008.01
Seamanship
Tongue Point Seamanship Program
2006.01 - 2008.09
Vessel Operations
Clatsop Community College
2006.01 - 2008.09
Gunners Mate
U.S. Navy Active Duty
2000.08 - 2002.08
Criminal Justice
Central Texas College
2000.01 - 2002.09
High School Diploma -
Summit View High School
1999.09 - 2000.06
Camas High School
1996.06 - 1999.09
License Endorsements and Certifications
MMC Reference Number: 2764312
- First Class Pilotage Unlimited Tonnage, Columbia River -Tansy Point to Ryan Point /Willamette River - Kelley Point to Ross Island
- Master of Towing Inland
- 1600-ton Master Inland
- 200-ton Master Near Coastal
- Mate of Towing Near Coastal
- Radar Observer – Unlimited
- ARPA
- Bridge Resource Management
- AB Limited
- Fast Rescue Boat
- STCW - 95
- HAZWOPR
- First Aid/ CPR
Volunteer Work
- Port of Vancouver Community Tours - Q&A forums, shuttle speeches, and PowerPoint.
- Elks Lodge - Holiday food service and toy drive, veteran and homeless outreach.
- Riverview Elementary School - Tutoring students and classroom assistance.