Lucas Spinosa
Denham Springs,LA
Summary
Seasoned Pilot/Captain with many years of expertise in maneuvering marine vessels efficiently using specialized knowledge. Proficient in maintaining safe operations using navigational equipment, communication, planning, and awareness of natural and manmade obstacles. Proven leader in overseeing crew members who are steering ships by coaching and providing clear directions. Posted Pilot on the lower Mississippi River, Upper Mississippi River, Ohio River, Tennessee River, and Cumberland River. Throughout my maritime career, I have ridden over 300 foreign-flagged ships and made over 90 full round trips from New Orleans, LA to Baton Rouge, LA.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Port Captain/Crew Manager
Bayou Boys Boat Rentals
08.2020 - Current
- Inspect vessels to ensure they are to the standard of Coast Guard regulations
- Dispatch boats and drivers to sites across the nation during natural disasters and ensure regulatory compliance
- Provide direction and guidance to crew members
- Develop and implement safety plans to ensure staff safety in hazardous environments
- Identify areas for improvement within existing plans or processes
- Participate in meetings with stakeholders discussing topics related to Emergency Response initiatives
Captain
NEW ORLEANS PADDLEWHEELS INC
05.2020 - 10.2022
- Navigate the vessel safely from one dock to another while carrying passengers
- Help coordinate events that took place on the vessel
- Manage crew members, making sure all maintenance on the boat was properly done
- Check river stages and weather conditions at the time of travel to ensure the safety of the passengers and vessel
Pilot/Staff Captain
AMERICAN QUEEN STEAMBOAT COMPANY
05.2016 - 01.2020
- Stand a navigational watch using all available means to navigate the vessel to and from ports
- Safely dock, undock, and maneuver the vessel in all traffic situations along the rivers
- Check weather and river conditions daily to calculate accurate water depths and vertical clearances
- Responsible for the safety of passengers and crew members embarking and disembarking the vessel
- Arrange fueling operations for the vessel
- Arrange vessel and dockside security for each port
Cadet
AMERICAN QUEEN STEAMBOAT COMPANY
05.2015 - 08.2015
- Observe navigational watches while also steering and maneuvering the vessel
- Safely moor the vessel and assemble the gangway at each port
- Inspect equipment such as fire extinguishers, fire screen doors, lifesaving equipment, and visual-signaling equipment
- Participate in maintenance duties and cleaning the vessel
- Observe embarking and disembarking of passengers, as well as equipment, to ensure the appropriate precautions were taken
Education
B.S., Marine Transportation -
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY AT GALVESTON
Galveston, TX05.2016
Completed coursework towards B.S., Industrial Technology -
SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA UNIVERSITY
Hammond, LA05.2013
Skills
- Piloting techniques
- Local knowledge
- Cargo transport
- Crew management
- Analytical Skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Time Management
- Route Planning
- Radio communication
- Navigation expertise
- Emergency Management and planning
- Safety Management
- Regulation compliance
- Crew and passenger safety
Credentials and Licenses
- Masters Unlimited Upon Inland Waters
- First Class Pilot of Any Gross Tons Upon the Lower Mississippi River from Mile 88.0 AHP to 234.0 AHP
- Third Mates of Steam or Motor Vessels of Any Gross Tons Upon Oceans
- Radar Observer (Unlimited)
- Bridge Resource Management
- Basic Ship Handling
- Advanced Marine Fire Fighting
Timeline
Port Captain/Crew Manager
Bayou Boys Boat Rentals
08.2020 - Current
Captain
NEW ORLEANS PADDLEWHEELS INC
05.2020 - 10.2022
Pilot/Staff Captain
AMERICAN QUEEN STEAMBOAT COMPANY
05.2016 - 01.2020
Cadet
AMERICAN QUEEN STEAMBOAT COMPANY
05.2015 - 08.2015
B.S., Marine Transportation -
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY AT GALVESTON
Completed coursework towards B.S., Industrial Technology -
SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA UNIVERSITY
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