Joshua W. Garrett
Aydlett,NC
Summary
Maritime Operations Professional specializing in safe vessel navigation and crew training. Managed over 200 charters annually, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and enhancing client experiences. Committed to fostering a culture of safety and operational excellence.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Mate
Vane Brothers
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
08.2023 - Current
- Monitored weather conditions to support safe operations and decision-making.
- Operated deck equipment, enhancing vessel navigation and maneuvering safety.
- Trained junior crew members on operational procedures and safety practices, fostering a culture of safety and compliance.
- Coordinated daily activities with team members, improving operational efficiency and teamwork.
- Inspected safety gear regularly to ensure compliance with maritime regulations.
- Handled a variety of 30,000 to 50,000 barrel fuel barges while adhering to a rotating schedule of three weeks on and three weeks off.
- Transitioning from off and on the tow wire
Owner-operator
Sportsman's Paradise Adventures LLC
Outer Banks, USA
10.2017 - Current
- Captain of fishing and waterfowl hunting operation
- Ensured safe, enjoyable experiences aboard multiple USCG compliant vessels
- Coordinated detailed planning for charter logistics for all aspects of charters for 200+ trips a season while maintaining a positive cash flow
AB Tankerman/Deckhand
Vane Brothers Towing
Baltimore, USA
11.2017 - 02.2023
- Well versed in procedures surrounding making and breaking single and multiple barge tows on wire boats in a variety of conditions
- Proficient in all aspects surrounding operation and general maintenance of JAK Systems used aboard ATB’s
- Executed procedures for making and breaking single and multiple barge tows on wire boats in various conditions, ensuring safety and operational efficiency
- Assisted in operations associated with various multi-product clean and black oil barges
- Stand watch alongside the officer while conducting routine engine room rounds to ensure everything is running properly
- Conducted maintenance aboard tug and barge, performing engine fluid filter changes, painting, greasing, and general cleaning to uphold equipment reliability and performance
OS Deckhand
Norfolk Tug and Barge
, USA
07.2015 - 11.2017
- Handled safe line operations for all activities involving boats and barges.
- Operated deck during all evolutions, including making and breaking tow and mooring of vessel, contributing to smooth operational flow
- Conducted thorough cleaning of vessel's interior and exterior spaces to maintain hygiene and safety standards. of the vessel interior and exterior as well as ensuring a hot meal for the crew at the end of every day
- Cleaned vessel interior and exterior, and prepared hot meals for crew daily, supporting crew well-being and morale
Education
Currituck County High School
Aydlett, NCSkills
- Towing operations
- Deck equipment operation
- Marine navigation
- Regulatory compliance
- Weather monitoring
- Crew training
- Deck management
- Maintenance operations
Endorsements And Certifications
- 100 Ton Master Near Coastal
- 200 Ton Mate
- Tankerman PIC(Barge)-Limited to Dangerous Liquid Cargoes
- Radar observer
- North Carolina commercial fishing and hunting guide license
Timeline
Mate
Vane Brothers
08.2023 - Current
AB Tankerman/Deckhand
Vane Brothers Towing
11.2017 - 02.2023
Owner-operator
Sportsman's Paradise Adventures LLC
10.2017 - Current
OS Deckhand
Norfolk Tug and Barge
07.2015 - 11.2017
Currituck County High School