Romulo Jr. Dagaas
Allentown,PA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Able Bodied Seaman
Starbulk & Tideline Inc.
Manila, Phl, PHL
08.2019 - 03.2023
- Assisted in anchoring operations when entering or leaving ports or harbors.
- Responded to any alarms or distress calls received over radio communication systems.
- Contributed to shipboard security by conducting regular patrols around the vessel's perimeter.
- Assisted in loading and unloading cargo from ships using cranes or other lifting devices.
- Monitored vessel's bridge operations to ensure compliance with company regulations.
- Ensured that all deck personnel were familiar with operational procedures before sailing.
- Maintained safety equipment such as fire hoses, lifeboats, and other emergency gear.
- Carried out daily watchkeeping duties while at sea.
- Operated deck machinery such as winches for hoisting sails or launching boats.
- Helped maintain a safe working environment by adhering to safety policies and procedures.
- Provided support in setting up anchors upon arrival at destination port and harbor.
- Inspected rigging components for wear or damage prior to use and replaced if necessary.
- Conducted routine inspections of all deck equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Assisted in the navigation of vessels by handling lines and operating winches.
- Participated in the mooring of vessels to docks and buoys.
- Performed general maintenance duties on deck, including painting, chipping, and cleaning.
- Inspected and maintained lifesaving and firefighting devices and reported defects.
- Maintained checklists and logs of vessel maintenance and operations.
- Monitored loading, unloading, tracking and documentation of cargo.
- Performed physical labor in support of berthing and unberthing operations.
- Assisted deck officers with chipping, painting and grinding to maintain structural integrity of deck.
- Supervised vessel entry and exit points and logged persons entering and leaving.
- Built deep understanding of ship navigation principles under supervision of professionals.
- Rigged pilot ladder and lowered gangway for pilot to board vessel.
- Inspected objects brought onboard vessel for compliance with laws and regulations.
- Assisted professionals with maneuvering vessel through tight channels and in difficult weather conditions.
- Regularly checked tank soundings to ensure stability of vessel.
- Cleaned, maintained, and mended ship decks and assessed areas requiring major damage repair.
- Monitored equipment for leaks, loose pipes, broken lights or other issues and informed mechanics of repair needs.
- Checked oil levels and monitored equipment to regularly oil and lubricate for smooth functioning.
- Documented vessel's supplies and equipment inventory.
- Engaged in safety drills by leading others in tasks.
- Lowered and manned lifeboats during emergencies.
- Spliced and repaired ropes, wire cables or cordage.
- Stood watch in ships' bows or bridge wings to look for obstructions or locate navigational aids.
- Loaded or unloaded materials, vehicles or passengers from vessels.
- Chipped and cleaned rust spots on decks, superstructures or sides of ships.
- Swept, mopped and washed down decks to remove dirt and debris.
Deck Cadet
Maryville Manila Inc.
Manila, Phl, PH
07.2012 - 07.2020
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Managed household errands and other essential duties.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Assisted in the navigation of vessels on international voyages by plotting courses, monitoring progress and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Assisted in the preparation of charts for navigation purposes using various software programs designed specifically for this purpose.
- Responded to emergency situations such as fire alarms, flooding or man overboard incidents according to established safety procedures.
- Participated in drills such as lifeboat drills, firefighting drills according to company policies and procedures.
- Communicated effectively with other crew members regarding safety issues, operational requirements and other matters related to the voyage of the vessel.
- Inspected life-saving appliances regularly and ensured they were in proper working order before sailing out from port.
- Provided assistance when required during maintenance works carried out by shore personnel aboard vessels.
- Maintained a watch on the bridge to ensure safe operations at sea, monitored engine room parameters, lookout duties and navigational equipment.
- Conducted periodic tests on navigational equipment like radar systems, GPS receivers, checking their performance against specified standards.
- Verified accuracy of nautical publications used for navigation purposes such as Sailing Directions, Notices To Mariners.
- Built deep understanding of ship navigation principles under supervision of professionals.
Ordinary Seaman
Starbulk Management Inc.
Manila, Phl, PHL
01.2014 - 04.2018
- Performed daily inspections of lifeboats and survival craft to ensure they are fit for use in an emergency situation.
- Ran errands related to provisioning supplies onboard the vessel as instructed by superiors.
- Participated in regular safety drills such as abandon ship drill, fire drill, man-overboard drill.
- Loaded and unloaded supplies from vessels using crane or other lifting devices.
- Assisted in the navigation of vessels by monitoring compasses and log readings.
- Responded promptly to orders given by officers in charge while underway or in port.
- Attended to safety precautions during loading and unloading operations.
- Assisted with launching and recovery of small boats used for various purposes.
- Followed instructions from Commanding Officer regarding operation of the vessel at sea.
- Monitored security of vessel by performing lookout duties.
- Checked all hatches before sailing to make sure they are secure.
- Conducted routine checks on deck machinery like windlasses, capstans and winches.
- Operated firefighting equipment and participated in drills to ensure readiness for emergency situations.
- Maintained and operated deck equipment, including mooring lines, winches, cranes, derricks and cargo gear.
- Stood watch on bridge when directed by Commanding Officer or Chief Mate.
- Helped maintain cleanliness throughout the vessel's interior areas.
- Performed general maintenance duties on board ship such as painting, chipping rust and cleaning decks.
- Performed physical labor in support of berthing and unberthing operations.
- Performed maintenance and upkeep of assigned onboard areas.
- Inspected objects brought onboard vessel for compliance with laws and regulations.
- Maintained checklists and logs of vessel maintenance and operations.
- Rigged pilot ladder and lowered gangway for pilot to board vessel.
- Supervised vessel entry and exit points and logged persons entering and leaving.
- Monitored loading, unloading, tracking and documentation of cargo.
- Documented vessel's supplies and equipment inventory.
- Monitored equipment for leaks, loose pipes, broken lights or other issues and informed mechanics of repair needs.
- Cleaned, maintained, and mended ship decks and assessed areas requiring major damage repair.
- Maintained and organized ship's compartments for better efficiency and to easily obtain needed items.
- Engaged in safety drills by leading others in tasks.
- Spliced and repaired ropes, wire cables or cordage.
- Loaded or unloaded materials, vehicles or passengers from vessels.
- Stood watch in ships' bows or bridge wings to look for obstructions or locate navigational aids.
- Assisted engineers in repairing or adjusting machinery.
- Chipped and cleaned rust spots on decks, superstructures or sides of ships.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marine Transportation
University of Cebu
Manila, Phl, PHL04-2011
Skills
- Driving
- Crane Operation
- Navigation
- Emergency response training
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Pollution Prevention
- Cargo Handling
- Security awareness
- Safety Management
- Decision-Making
- Effective Communication
- Reliability
- Preventive Maintenance
- Interpersonal Skills
- Written Communication
- Time management abilities
- Fire security
- Attention to Detail
- Professionalism
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving abilities
Timeline
Able Bodied Seaman
Starbulk & Tideline Inc.
08.2019 - 03.2023
Ordinary Seaman
Starbulk Management Inc.
01.2014 - 04.2018
Deck Cadet
Maryville Manila Inc.
07.2012 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Science - Marine Transportation
University of Cebu