Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
Affiliations
References
Timeline
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Sergio Fraguela

Royal Palm Beach

Summary

Highly skilled operations professional with expertise in marine towing, heavy equipment handling and towing, salvage and recovery, and emergency response. Certified in Diving, CPR and hazardous waste management, with proven ability to operate independently under high-stress conditions. Strong background in radio communication, record keeping, and report filing,m. Committed to safety, efficiency, and delivering exceptional results in challenging environments.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
2011
2011
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Tug Captain

Safe Harbor Rybovich
West Palm Beach
08.2024 - Current
  • Greets customers in person and/or on the radio with proper radio etiquette
    Performs captain duties on tugs to provide all necessary towing services
    Intermediate software proficiency using Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, and Word
    Strong English communication skills, verbally and in writing
    Accurate in record keeping, for dockage, fuel, pump-outs, maintenance
    Experience working outside in all weather conditions including storms, high winds, rain, heat and extreme sun.
    Respond to environmental spills and clean ups
    High degree of care
    Training in Hazardous waste
    Have sales/ hospitality experience

Boat Captain

Seatow Palm Beach
West Palm Beach
02.2022 - 04.2024
  • Operate Fast Response Assistance Towing vessel
  • Tow disabled vessels
  • Deliver fuel
  • Perform jumpstarts
  • Assist with un-groundings
  • Provide general marine assistance
  • Perform salvage operations
  • Conduct routine towboat maintenance to ensure operational readiness
  • Perform diving tasks as required

Fishing Charter Boat Captain

Angler Management Sportfishing
West Palm Beach
08.2018 - 08.2021
  • Navigated various fishing routes to optimize client experiences and catch success.
  • Maintained safety protocols for crew and passengers during all fishing expeditions.
  • Conducted equipment checks to ensure operational readiness of all fishing gear.
  • Trained new crew members on boat operations and safety procedures effectively.
  • Monitored weather conditions to determine safe fishing opportunities throughout trips.
  • Organized and executed vessel maintenance schedules to ensure optimal performance.
  • Conducted pre-departure inspections to verify all necessary safety equipment was aboard and operational.

Education

EMT Certification - Emt Training

Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FL
01.2022 - 05.2022

HVAC Certification - Hvac Technician

Florida Career College
West Palm Beach, FL
01.2019 - 05.2019

Forest Hill High School
West Palm Beach, FL

Skills

  • CPR Certified
  • Dive Certified
  • OUPV 6pack Captains License
  • Hazardous Waste Training
  • Radio Communication
  • Record Keeping & Filing Reports
  • Towing Operations (including on the road Heavy Equipment Towing)
  • Mechanic Gas/Diesel
  • Heavy Equipment Operator
  • Salvage & Recovery
  • Emergency Response
  • Working Independently in High-Stress Situations

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited

Certification

  • Oupv 6 pack captains license
  • Diving (open water)

Affiliations

  • Hunting
  • Fishing
  • Camping
  • Diving
  • Exploring

References

  • Ron Beesly

Deputy Chief of Operations PBCFR

Contact: (561) 248-5971

  • Sgt. Jeff Israel

Supervisor of PBSO mounted unit

Contact: (561) 414-6596

  • Shaun Mehaffey

Safe Harbor Rybovich Tug Operations Manager Contact: (561) 968-4700

Timeline

Tug Captain

Safe Harbor Rybovich
08.2024 - Current

Boat Captain

Seatow Palm Beach
02.2022 - 04.2024

EMT Certification - Emt Training

Palm Beach State College
01.2022 - 05.2022

HVAC Certification - Hvac Technician

Florida Career College
01.2019 - 05.2019

Fishing Charter Boat Captain

Angler Management Sportfishing
08.2018 - 08.2021

Forest Hill High School