Mason Vintinner
Durham
Summary
Dedicated lobsterman and boat yard worker with hands-on mechanical ability and strong time management skills. Proven track record in teamwork and problem-solving in physically demanding environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Yard Worker
Royal River Boat - Boatyard & Boat Repair
Yarmouth, ME
10.2025 - Current
- Perform general yard work including hauling, blocking, and moving boats safely using equipment and team coordination
- Prep boats for launch and storage—power washing hulls, scraping, sanding, and assisting with basic maintenance
- Support technicians with repairs by handling tools, materials, and keeping work areas clean and organized
- Operate yard equipment such as forklifts and trailers (under supervision) to transport boats and materials
- Maintain a clean, safe yard by organizing gear, managing waste, and staying aware of surroundings in a busy work environment
Lobsterman - Student License
Self Employed
Yarmouth, ME
05.2021 - Current
- Manage my own small lobstering operation under a student license, including hauling and resetting up to 150 traps
- Plan daily work based on tides, weather, and season to make the most of time on the water
- Handle all catch responsibilities—measure, band, and sort lobsters according to regulations
- Bait traps, maintain gear, and repair traps and lines to keep everything in working order
- Track earnings and expenses, including fuel, bait, and gear, to understand the business side of lobstering
- Sell catch through local buyers and take responsibility for producing consistent, quality work
Commercial Fishing Vessel Deckhand
Vintinner Fishing, LLC
Yarmouth, ME
06.2020 - Current
- Haul traps by hand, band lobsters, measure and sort keepers from shorts, and reset gear quickly to stay on schedule
- Bait traps, coil rope, and keep the deck organized and safe in all weather conditions
- Handle the boat—help with steering, navigation, and watching tides, buoys, and other gear
- Maintain equipment by fixing traps, mending lines, and keeping the boat clean and ready for the next day’s work
Education
High School Diploma -
Freeport High School
Freeport, ME06-2026
Skills
- Strong work ethic with experience in physically demanding, all-weather jobs
- Hands-on mechanical ability, including basic repairs, maintenance, and working with tools and equipment
- Time management and self-motivation from running a small lobstering operation and balancing seasonal work
- Knowledge of boating, navigation basics, and working safely on the water
- Ability to follow regulations and pay attention to detail when handling catch and equipment
- Teamwork skills from working in a boatyard and on a commercial fishing boat
- Problem-solving in real-world situations, especially under changing weather and work conditions
- Basic business understanding, including tracking expenses, managing earnings, and selling product
Affiliations
- Maine Lobstermen's Association - Junior Harvester
Timeline
Yard Worker
Royal River Boat - Boatyard & Boat Repair
10.2025 - Current
Lobsterman - Student License
Self Employed
05.2021 - Current
Commercial Fishing Vessel Deckhand
Vintinner Fishing, LLC
06.2020 - Current
High School Diploma -
Freeport High School