Samuel Higgins
Delray,FL
Summary
Knowledgeable and practiced marine professional with over 20 years of experience in the marine industry. Committed to calm and professional service while operating the vessel. I have diverse experience in many different marine environments. I have been a leader in this industry and understand that teamwork is everything. From ship yards, yachts, ferries, I have a proven can do attitude and have acquired the ability to adapt to new environments and deal with issues as they arise.
Overview
2021
2021
years of professional experience
Work History
Captain
Boston Harbor City Cruises
Boston
04.2012 - 08.2020
- Captain of twoHigh-speed ferries with in Massachusetts Bay
- 125ft Ava Pearl and 155ft Salacia
- Provided service to and from Provincetown and Salem Massachusetts
- Took care of all yard period maintenance per USCG regulations
Mechanic
Executive Boat and Yacht
Salt Lake City, UT
- maintained and trouble shot engines, transmissions, rigging, propellers, maritime and related systems to diagnose malfunctions.
- Mounted motors to boats and operated boats at various speeds on waterways to conduct operational tests
Co-owner/ Captain
Cap'n Fish's Cruises
Boothbay Harbor, ME
- Adhered to safety protocols, assessing weather variables to promote passenger and vessel safety.
- In charge of over all vessel maintenance
- Inspected boat and recommended improvements to maintain safe operations, protect passengers and secure equipment.
Education
RYA Yachtmaster 200 GRT Oceans Commercially Endorsed -
Ft. Lauderdale06.2012
Bachelor of Science - Parks And Recreation Management
University of Vermont
03.2010
100 GRT Near Coastal-Endorsed-Sail And Able Bodied -
Downeast Maritime
04.2006
Skills
- Leadership
- Extensive engineering knowledge
- Vessel security and maintenance
- Professional communication and management
Timeline
Captain
Boston Harbor City Cruises
04.2012 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Parks And Recreation Management
University of Vermont
Mechanic
Executive Boat and Yacht
Co-owner/ Captain
Cap'n Fish's Cruises
RYA Yachtmaster 200 GRT Oceans Commercially Endorsed -
100 GRT Near Coastal-Endorsed-Sail And Able Bodied -
Downeast Maritime