Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Rodney Brown

Lake Panasoffkee,FL

Summary

I am a retired Firefighter/Paramedic with several years of OTR Truck Driving/Ownership and Charter Captain experience. My goal is to find a long term May-September Captain Job in Alaska, where I can utilize my multiple certifications and diversified skills. Other certifications include: PADI Rescue Diver

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Captain (Master 25 Ton)

Captain Snoopy Outfitters (Owner)
01.2022 - 04.2024

Performed a variety of Guided Charters (ie: swimming with Manatees, Scalloping, Fishing, Eco, and Shelling Tours). Also offered Canoe, Kayak, and Paddle Board rentals. Maintained equipment as needed. Priority emphasis was on customer safety and experience.

Captain (Master 25 Ton)

SeaDaddy's
07.2021 - 01.2022

Captain for swim with the Manatee Tours, and on Dive class training dives. Also, drove the bus with guest from the Dive Shop to the Marina where the boat was docked. Assisted owners with Coast Guard Compliance of boats and with maintenance on boats and trailers. Performed daily Pre and Post Trip Inspections on Bus (CDL w/Passenger Endorsement Required).

CO2 Technician/Delivery Driver

NuCO2
11.2020 - 07.2021

Installed/Repaired Bulk CO2 Systems and Monitoring Systems.

Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.

Applied critical thinking and research to address complex issues.

Inspected equipment to identify areas of wear or causes of malfunctions.

Observed equipment operation to diagnose and troubleshoot reported issues.

Organized work to meet demanding production goals.

Completed job reports and logs immediately following service calls.

Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and knowledgeable support for various technical issues.

Optimized system performance through thorough testing, analysis, and adjustments as needed.

Enhanced equipment performance by conducting regular maintenance and troubleshooting tasks.

Maintained quality assurance and customer satisfaction objectives.

Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.

Tested components and systems to evaluate performance and identify concerns.

Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.

Maintained compliance with regulatory standards and safety requirements.

Delivered Bulk CO2 to Restaurants, Bars, Convenience Stores, and Country Clubs. (CDL w/HazMat and Tanker Endorsement Required).

Owner/Operator

DTD Transportation, LLC
11.2018 - 11.2019

Owned/Operated 2015 KW T680 and 53 FT Dry Van (CDL-A Required). Transported freight throughout lower 48 states. Managed all day to day business operations, including maintaining DOT Compliance.

Education

No Degree - Captain (Master 25 Ton) (Towing) (Sailing)

The Captain School
Cape Coral, FL
2020

No Degree - Class A CDL

Diesel Institute of Tampa
Tampa, Fl
2000

No Degree - EMT-Paramedic

San Jacinto Jr College
Houston, TX
1994

High School Diploma -

Glades Central High School
Belle Glade, FL
1985

No Degree - Fire Fighter

Fl State Fire College
Ocala, FL
1985

No Degree - Emergency Medical Technician

West Technical Education Center
Belle Glade, FL
1985

Skills

  • Leadership Qualities
  • Crew Resource Management
  • Public speaking abilities
  • Passenger Safety Awareness
  • Multi-tasking Capabilities
  • Emergency Response
  • Recordkeeping requirements
  • Documentation skills
  • Emergency Management

Timeline

Captain (Master 25 Ton)

Captain Snoopy Outfitters (Owner)
01.2022 - 04.2024

Captain (Master 25 Ton)

SeaDaddy's
07.2021 - 01.2022

CO2 Technician/Delivery Driver

NuCO2
11.2020 - 07.2021

Owner/Operator

DTD Transportation, LLC
11.2018 - 11.2019

No Degree - Captain (Master 25 Ton) (Towing) (Sailing)

The Captain School

No Degree - Class A CDL

Diesel Institute of Tampa

No Degree - EMT-Paramedic

San Jacinto Jr College

High School Diploma -

Glades Central High School

No Degree - Fire Fighter

Fl State Fire College

No Degree - Emergency Medical Technician

West Technical Education Center
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