Robin Correa
Kalaheo
Summary
Dedicated and safety-focused maritime professional with hands-on experience in vessel operations, passenger interaction, deck duties, and equipment maintenance. Skilled in docking/undocking procedures, lookout, line handling, and operating in challenging sea conditions up to 30 ft swells. Strong communication skills with a proven ability to support vessel crews, maintain equipment, and ensure safe, efficient operations.
Overview
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Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Deckhand
Young Brothers
10.2024 - Current
- Prepared vessels one hour prior to jobs and ensured all gear was securely stowed.
- Demonstrated strong line-handling skills including throwing lines, tying messenger lines, and catching messenger lines.
- Assisted with docking and undocking barges; performed boat transits.
- Maintained boat cleanliness and restocked expired items as needed.
- Listened and responded to radio communications accurately.
- Confidently climbed and lifted self onto barges as required.
Deckhand / Charter Crew
HuntFishKauai
06.2020 - 10.2025
- Prepared boats for daily operations and ensured all safety and fishing gear was ready.
- Provided passenger briefings outlining expectations and safety procedures.
- Communicated effectively with guests throughout trips.
- Cleaned fish for customers and delivered fish to designated restaurants.
- Assisted with docking/undocking and performed lookout duties.
- Conducted vessel cleanup and maintenance after trips.
Deckhand / Launch Crew
Columbia River Bar Pilots
03.2024 - 08.2024
- Performed comprehensive equipment and engine checks prior to operations.
- Completed accurate written sea logs and maintained full inventory of critical supplies.
- Conducted regular maintenance including sanding, painting, restocking, and Monday overhauls.
- Operated in 5–30 ft swells; safely harnessed on bow for pilot transfers.
- Performed lookout duties and assisted in docking/undocking vessels.
- Washed and cleaned vessel, conducted trash runs, and handled store runs.
- Communicated upcoming jobs to next crew and maintained clear radio telephone communication.
- Completed oil changes and general mechanical upkeep.
- Worked 12-hour day or night shifts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Waimea Highschool
Waimea05.2023
Skills
- Line Handling & Knot Proficiency
- Docking/Undocking Operations
- Radar Reading & Dayboard Interpretation
- Vessel Maintenance & Cleaning
- Oil Changes & Basic Engine Checks
- Lookout & Watchstanding
- Customer Service & Communication
- Working in Heavy Sea Conditions
- Logkeeping & Inventory Management
- Safety Procedures & Emergency Preparedness
- Cook and prepare meals
- Store runs with money management
Certification
Able Seaman – Unlimited, Lifeboat Operator / Proficiency in Survival Craft (PSC), Wiper, Steward Department (Food Handler), Basic Fire Fighting, First Aid and CPR, Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities (PSSR), Personal Survival Techniques, Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties (VPDSD), Master 100 ton to 200 ton upgrade - pending, Rating Forming Part of a Navigation Watch, Apprentice mate (steersman) pending
Section name
Tab 1
Timeline
Deckhand
Young Brothers
10.2024 - Current
Deckhand / Launch Crew
Columbia River Bar Pilots
03.2024 - 08.2024
Deckhand / Charter Crew
HuntFishKauai
06.2020 - 10.2025
High School Diploma -
Waimea Highschool