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Matthew Fuentes

Mt. Pleasant,SC

Summary

Seasoned sailor and boater, with experience in maritime navigation, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in ship handling, safety management, and emergency response coordination. Excel with leadership, communication, and teamwork skills, ensuring smooth operations and crew welfare onboard.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Crew Member

S/V Meteor
Charleston, SC
05.2024 - Current
  • Used measuring tools to verify safety of planned navigational routes.
  • Adhered to safety protocols when launching, operating vessel.
  • Contributed to boat operations by standing watch in lookout, helmsman and boatswain's mate positions.

Crew Member

S/V Sceptre
Charleston , SC
06.2023 - 04.2024
  • Communicated with other crew members regarding navigational information, vessel speed, and water depth.
  • Maintained and organized ship's compartments for better efficiency and easily obtained needed items.
  • Stood watch in ships' bows or bridge wings to look for obstructions or locate navigational aids.
  • Cleaned decks and assessed areas requiring major damage repair.

Crew Member

S/V Fantasia
Charleston, SC
04.2020 - 04.2021
  • Cleaned, maintained, and mended ship decks and assessed areas requiring major damage repair.
  • Monitored weather conditions during voyages and adjusted course as needed.
  • Managed onboard communications between passengers and crew members.

Education

Master of Science - Educational Administration

Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY
04-2012

Master of Science - Education

Molloy College
Rockville Centre, NY
05-2008

Bachelor of Arts - History

Providence College
Providence, RI
06-2004

Ph.D. - Educational Administration

Capella University
Minneapolis, MN

Skills

  • Leadership qualities
  • Cooking
  • Salesmanship
  • Safe vehicle operation
  • Crew leadership
  • Vessel maintenance
  • Boat handling
  • Safety procedures implementation
  • Radio communication
  • Navigation expertise
  • Passenger care
  • Maritime regulations
  • Anchoring techniques
  • Mooring operations

Affiliations

  • College and post college sailing/racing experience
  • Offshore and overnight experience
  • Have previously owned and maintained power and sail boats

Timeline

Crew Member

S/V Meteor
05.2024 - Current

Crew Member

S/V Sceptre
06.2023 - 04.2024

Crew Member

S/V Fantasia
04.2020 - 04.2021

Master of Science - Educational Administration

Hofstra University

Master of Science - Education

Molloy College

Bachelor of Arts - History

Providence College

Ph.D. - Educational Administration

Capella University

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