Joshua Voth
Saint Jo,TX
Summary
Dynamic Merchant Mariner Captain with a proven track record at Buffalo Marine Service, recognized for exceptional staff supervision and advanced problem-solving skills. Successfully spearheaded innovative strategies that significantly improved safety protocols and reduced emergency response times. Highly skilled in multitasking and adaptability, thriving in fast-paced environments to ensure optimal team performance and seamless vessel operations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Merchant Mariner Captain
Buffalo Marine Service
Houston, TX
02.2014 - Current
- Documented vessel's supplies and equipment inventory.
- Ensured the reliability of navigational aids through consistent testing procedures.
- Supervised loaded or unloaded materials, vehicles, or passengers from vessels.
- Worked closely with shore-based personnel in order to coordinate supply shipments prior to departure from port.
- Maintained government-issued certifications.
- Directed maintenance and repair operations for ropes, cordage, and wire cables.
- Updated navigational charts per CFR guidelines prior to voyages.
- Supervised deckhands to ensure safe working practices were adhered to.
- Maintained daily logs of vessel activity, including navigation data and crew information.
- Assisted deck crew in repairing or adjusting machinery.
- Developed effective strategies for dealing with hazardous weather conditions encountered during voyages.
- Inspected hulls regularly for signs of wear or damage caused by contact with piers or other vessels.
- Monitored equipment for leaks, loose pipes, broken lights or other issues and informed mechanics of repair needs.
- Implemented training programs for new recruits in order to familiarize them with shipboard operations.
- Responded promptly to any emergency situations that arose while underway or in port.
- Inspected cargo holds and ensured that all safety protocols were followed.
- Managed the loading and unloading of cargo, ensuring proper stowage and balance to maximize weight capacity.
- Performed periodic inspections of lifeboats, firefighting equipment, navigation lights and other safety gear onboard vessels.
- Calculated fuel consumption rates based on current sea conditions to optimize efficiency.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Conducted testing of software and systems to ensure quality and reliability.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Engaged in safety drills by leading others in tasks.
- Lowered and manned lifeboats during emergencies.
- Oversaw day-to-day operations with effective standard procedures.
- Conducted drills with crew members to prepare them for potential emergencies at sea.
- Monitored engine room operations, ensuring that machinery ran efficiently and safely at all times.
- Maintained and organized ship's compartments for better efficiency and to easily obtain needed items.
- Supervised routine maintenance on vessel equipment, such as pumps, motors, engines, and hydraulic systems.
Education
Apprentice Mate of Towing Vessels - Inland Merchant Marine
San Jacinto College
Pasadena, TX01-2018
High School Diploma -
North Texas Christian Homeschool
Saint Jo, TX05-2009
Skills
- Goal orientation
- Team recruiting and onboarding
- Staff supervision
- Multitasking capacity
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Performance evaluations
- Verbal and written communication
- Operating procedures and policies
- Employee retention
- Social media savvy
- Team motivation
- New hire onboarding
- Professional demeanor
- Budget management
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Organizational skills
- Task prioritization
- Staff training and development
- Reliability
- Communication skills
- Time management abilities
Affiliations
- Spending time with my wife and kids.
- Love to work on all types of cars.
- Like to read and acquire new skills.
- Working with heavy equipment.
Certification
- Master of Towing Vessels for Inland, Great Lakes and Western Rivers
- Inland Radar Observer
- Advanced Maritime Firefighting
- Maritime First Aid and CPR
- Additional Certifications will be attached in PDF form.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Merchant Mariner Captain
Buffalo Marine Service
02.2014 - Current
Apprentice Mate of Towing Vessels - Inland Merchant Marine
San Jacinto College
High School Diploma -
North Texas Christian Homeschool
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