Richard Benton
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Dedicated AB Deckhand at Dann Ocean Towing with expertise in seamanship and safety procedures. Enhanced crew safety through regular drills and inspections, while fostering collaboration and morale among team members. Proficient in rigging and mooring operations, ensuring efficient vessel operations and a clean, organized work environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
AB Deckhand
Dann Ocean Towing
08.2020 - Current
- Enhanced crew safety by conducting regular safety drills and equipment inspections.
- Improved vessel cleanliness and organization with thorough daily maintenance tasks.
- Supported smooth sailing with proficient knot tying skills for securing lines or rigging equipment as necessary.
- Increased team morale with a positive attitude and strong work ethic, fostering effective collaboration among deckhands.
Landscape Worker
Maxwells Lawn Service
03.2014 - Current
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Maintained clean worksites throughout projects by removing debris, trimming overgrown plants, and keeping tools organized.
- Handled hedge, bush, and shrub trimming.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
Construction Worker
Greenlands Stores
11.2023 - 04.2025
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Maintained clean and organized job sites, contributing to a safe working environment for all employees.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
Education
GED -
Terry Parker High School
Skills
- Watchkeeping abilities
- Deck equipment operation
- Splicing ropes
- Mooring operations
- Safety procedures
- Rigging
- Seamanship expertise
Certification
- TWIC - [2020]
- MMC(Merchant marine credentials)
Timeline
Construction Worker
Greenlands Stores
11.2023 - 04.2025
AB Deckhand
Dann Ocean Towing
08.2020 - Current
Landscape Worker
Maxwells Lawn Service
03.2014 - Current
GED -
Terry Parker High School
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