Noah Bastidas
Key West
Summary
Dedicated and proactive professional with a background in marine operations and diving instruction. Skilled in training and leading teams to enhance safety protocols and operational efficiency, contributing to improved performance and safety outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deckhand
Danger Key West
Key West, FL
01.2024 - Current
- Operated and maintained deck equipment for safe vessel operations.
- Assisted in navigation and route planning to ensure timely arrivals.
- Monitored weather conditions, reporting changes to crew for safety adjustments.
- Conducted routine inspections of safety gear and life-saving equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to execute daily operational tasks efficiently.
- Trained new deckhands on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Led emergency drills, ensuring crew preparedness for various scenarios.
- Developed strong teamwork skills by actively collaborating with fellow crew members in various tasks and emergency situations.
- Handled lines during mooring operations efficiently, securing the vessel safely at designated locations.
- Inspected and maintained deck equipment and supplies.
PADI Dive Instructor
SNUBA
Keyes, OK
11.2023 - Current
- Instructed divers in safety protocols and equipment usage to ensure safe underwater experiences.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse skill levels of students.
- Conducted pre-dive briefings and post-dive debriefings to enhance participant understanding and enjoyment.
- Monitored student performance, providing constructive feedback to improve diving skills and confidence.
- Assisted in maintaining equipment inventory, ensuring all gear met safety standards and operational readiness.
- Fostered positive relationships with participants, enhancing overall satisfaction and retention rates for courses.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline dive operations, improving efficiency and customer experience.
- Led conservation initiatives promoting marine ecosystem awareness among divers and local communities.
- Enhanced diver safety by conducting thorough pre-dive briefings and equipment checks.
Sales Associate Manager
Naval Exchange
Key West, FL
03.2021 - 05.2023
- Assisted in training new sales associates, enhancing team efficiency and product knowledge.
- Developed and maintained strong customer relationships, fostering brand loyalty and repeat business.
- Oversaw daily store operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and standards.
- Streamlined checkout processes, improving transaction speed and customer satisfaction.
Education
High School Diploma -
Key West Highschool
Key West, FL05-2023
Skills
- Safety awareness
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Maintaining equipment
- Deck equipment operation
- Safety practices
- Knot tying expertise
- First aid training
- Physical fitness and stamina
- Responding to emergencies
- Small boat handling
- Firefighting capabilities
- Mooring vessels
- Anchoring techniques
- Painting and varnishing
- Strong communication skills
- Boat handling
- Customer Service-oriented
- Underwater navigation
- Multilingual abilities
- First aid and CPR
- Advanced open water diving
- Rescue diver certification
- Nitrox diving proficiency
- Deep diving techniques
- Emergency first response
- Wreck diving expertise
- Physical fitness
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 31 staff members.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Achieved Multiple PADI Certifications through effectively helping with Teaching.
- Achieved Eagle Scout Rank in Scouting by completing my Eagle Scout Project of rebuilding and helping service a wildlife rescue establishment with accuracy and efficiency.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- PADI Rescue Training - 2022-Today
- PADI Dive Master Training - 2022-Today
- Certified PADI Dive Master, Snuba Key West - 2022-Today
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
Italian
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Japanese
Elementary
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Deckhand
Danger Key West
01.2024 - Current
PADI Dive Instructor
SNUBA
11.2023 - Current
Sales Associate Manager
Naval Exchange
03.2021 - 05.2023
High School Diploma -
Key West Highschool
Eagle Scout
I lead a team of Boy Scouts to rebuild the Key West Wildlife Center sign and facility by coordinating my fellow Scouts and carpenters.