Tamara Lanza
Palm Beach Shores,FL
Summary
Hardworking and motivated maritime professional with hands-on experience across private yachts, charter boats, watersports operations, and other marine environments. Experienced in deck operations, vessel maintenance, interior support, guest service, vessel preparation, safety procedures, docking, anchoring, and water sports operations. Dependable, hands-on, adaptable, and safety-conscious, with a strong work ethic and commitment to being a reliable member of a professional marine crew.
Overview
1
1
Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
DECK & STEWARD SUPPORT On-Call / Short-Term
Private 120' Motor Yacht
Miami, FL
01.2026 - Current
- Supported crew in daily vessel operations, ensuring clean and organized interior/exterior spaces for optimal guest experiences.
- Assisted in vessel preparation and maintained guest-ready spaces, contributing to overall guest satisfaction.
- Worked alongside professional yacht crew with discretion and attention to detail.
- Coordinated on-call tasks for crew operations, facilitating smooth and efficient service delivery.
DECKHAND
122' Horizon Yacht
Fort Lauderdale, FL
05.2026 - 09.2026
- Managed vessel appearance and cleanliness through daily upkeep and maintenance tasks.
- Executed weekly washdowns, detailing, and interior/exterior cleaning, ensuring vessel readiness and aesthetics.
- Contributed to yacht maintenance and preparation, supporting smooth operations and guest satisfaction.
- Worked independently while maintaining high standards of safety, cleanliness, and presentation.
- Private Owner
CHARTER BOAT DECKHAND
Crab Island Dolphin Tours
Destin, FL
03.2025 - 10.2025
- Crew member aboard 28' Sweetwater pontoon and 24' Bennington pontoon vessels for private charters and guided excursions.
- Assisted with passenger boarding, safety briefings, docking, anchoring, fueling, vessel preparation, and cleanup.
- Supported dolphin tours, sunset cruises, fireworks cruises, and private charters.
- Seasonal
WATERSPORTS CREW
Freedom Jet Ski
Bradenton, FL
03.2022 - 11.2024
- Operated Yamaha WaveRunner EX Deluxe personal watercraft for rentals and guided coastal and dolphin excursions.
- Served as lead guide for 2–3 hour tours, conducting safety orientations, life-jacket fittings, and equipment instruction.
- Assisted with launching, retrieving, fueling, cleaning, and maintaining water sports equipment.
- Seasonal
FIELD OPERATIONS & MANAGEMENT
Fusion Marketing | Walk-On Clinic
, Florida
01.2017 - 12.2021
- Extensive experience managing field logistics, equipment, transportation, inventory, and onsite operations.
- Experienced driving and operating 16–26' box trucks, towing utility trailers, using trailer hitches and related equipment, with knowledge of safe loading, transport, setup, and breakdown.
- Experienced driving and operating a 40' medical mobile unit, including transportation, positioning, equipment coordination, and onsite setup.
Skills
STCW Basic Safety Training
ENG1 Seafarer Medical Certificate
Captain's License — In Progress
CPR / First Aid / AED Certified
PADI Open Water Diver
Certification
- Vessel Maintenance
- Deck Maintenance
- Vessel Cleaning
- Teak Maintenance
- Interior & Exterior Detailing
- Vessel Readiness
- Docking Assistance
- Line Handling
- Anchoring Support
- Passenger Safety
- Guest Service
- Recreational Activities
ADDITIONAL LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
- Exotic Animal Care & Rescue Leadership — 26 Years | United States
- 26 years of experience working with exotic animals, including 9 years running a tiger rescue organization.
- Developed exceptional responsibility, discipline, safety awareness, situational awareness, and the ability to remain calm and effective in demanding environments.
Timeline
DECKHAND
122' Horizon Yacht
05.2026 - 09.2026
DECK & STEWARD SUPPORT On-Call / Short-Term
Private 120' Motor Yacht
01.2026 - Current
CHARTER BOAT DECKHAND
Crab Island Dolphin Tours
03.2025 - 10.2025
WATERSPORTS CREW
Freedom Jet Ski
03.2022 - 11.2024
FIELD OPERATIONS & MANAGEMENT
Fusion Marketing | Walk-On Clinic
01.2017 - 12.2021