Michael Fountain
Morehead City,NC
Summary
Organized and dependable captain, who prides himself on safety and efficiency. Always been someone who people feel comfortable around and are willing to speak their minds to. Communication vital in this line of work and that is something that resides in the forefront of my mind.
Having a degree in Coastal Geology and holding a Master's license makes this the perfect industry to further develop my career through employment, education, and sea time.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
USCG Licensed 100 Ton Master - R/V Captain
Geodynamics - NV5
Newport , NC
06.2001 - Current
- Working closely with Survey crews and customer representatives with open communication and planning
- Accommodating to PSO, FLO, and any other guest on board
- Ensure all survey operations are being conducted safely and efficiently
- Establishing expectations of the vessel with crew and guest
- Methodically and safely towing scientific gear
- Performed USCG COI inspections
- Crane, A-Frame, and winch operations
- Engine Maintenance
- Hypack, Qinsy, Norbit Navigation softwares
- Integrating Hypack to Simrad, Furuno, etc
- Established an in depth understanding of all electronic systems (Time Zero, Simrad, Garmin, etc.)
- Experience in Wind industry (Orsted) and the complexity of those projects
Commercial Fishing
Individual
Morehead City, NC
06.2017 - 09.2019
- Managed financial records for commercial fishing operations, ensuring accurate reporting of expenses and profits.
- Increased overall catch rates through the precise execution of fishing strategies based on weather conditions and fish behavior patterns.
- Managed a small crew, ensuring safety and efficiently.
Education
100 Ton Master - Near Coastal -
Chesapeake Marine Training Institute
Hayes, VA11.2023
USCG OUPV -
Sea School
Charleston, SC02.2022
Bachelor of Science - Marine And Coastal Geology
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC05.2021
Skills
- Medical Emergency Response
- Crew Leadership
- Mooring Operations
- Environmental Compliance
- Vessel Inspection Procedures
- Firefighting Techniques
- Vessel navigation
- Fuel Efficiency Optimization
- Port Operations Management
- Onboard Communication Systems
- Navigation Equipment Operation
- Voyage Planning
- Relationship Building
- Strategic leadership
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Accomplishments
Merchant Mariner Credential - 100T Master - Near Coastal
STCW Training Certificates
TWIC Card
First Aid/CPR
Consortium
Marine Mammal Training
Forklift Certified
Three years experience on hydrographic research vessels, ranging from 18' to 73'
Timeline
Commercial Fishing
Individual
06.2017 - 09.2019
USCG Licensed 100 Ton Master - R/V Captain
Geodynamics - NV5
06.2001 - Current
100 Ton Master - Near Coastal -
Chesapeake Marine Training Institute
USCG OUPV -
Sea School
Bachelor of Science - Marine And Coastal Geology
East Carolina University
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