Michael Riesgo
Norfolk,VA
Summary
Seasoned Boatswain's Mate with experience in maritime operations, deck maintenance, and navigation. Showcased effective leadership skills while managing crew members during shipboard tasks. Demonstrated abilities in operational safety measures, equipment handling and vessel inspections. Contributed to enhanced ship efficiency through diligent work ethic and team collaboration.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Boatswain's Mate, Rescue Swimmer
US Navy
Norfolk, VA
10.2020 - 10.2024
- Directed and supervised personnel in the maintenance, repair, overhaul, and operation of all deck equipment.
- Supervised the painting of decks, bulkheads, and superstructure areas.
- Trained new recruits on proper rescue procedures according to established protocols.
- Inspected vessels for any safety issues before beginning each mission.
- Coordinated search efforts with other emergency personnel on scene.
- Conducted safety checks of assigned equipment prior to use.
- Documented all incidents that occurred while performing rescue duties in accordance with standard operating procedures.
- Assessed and monitored the environment for potential hazards.
- Performed water rescues in a variety of conditions and locations.
- Utilized specialized rescue techniques to safely recover victims from hazardous situations.
- Responsible for monitoring and adjusting the ship's helm to ensure safe passage through waterways.
- Responded quickly to any changes in course or speed required by bridge officers.
- Inspected moorings, lines, and rigging for wear or damage.
Education
Search And Rescue, Combat Medical Procedures
Surface Rescue Swimmer School
Jacksonville, FL10-2021
High School Diploma -
Cienega High School
Vail, AZ05-2020
Skills
- Hazardous Material Handling
- Emergency response training
- Decision-Making
- Professional Demeanor
- Reliability
- Waterway navigation
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Time management abilities
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Ship navigation
- Professionalism
- Crew and passenger safety
- Boat safety maintenance
- Safety Equipment
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Search and Rescue expertise
Affiliations
- Baseball
- Hunting and Fishing
- Running, Swimming, and Lifting
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited
Certification
- Helmsman
- Lee Helmsman
- Surface Search and Rescue Swimmer
- Ship Board Search and Seizure
- Security Reaction force
- Tactical Combat Corpsman Care
Timeline
Boatswain's Mate, Rescue Swimmer
US Navy
10.2020 - 10.2024
Search And Rescue, Combat Medical Procedures
Surface Rescue Swimmer School
High School Diploma -
Cienega High School