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Thomas Turner

Novato,CA

Summary

Extensive experience in vessel operations, facilities, and crew management. Able to identify, assess, and resolve situations while maintaining the appropriate demeanor. Capable of relating and communicating effectively with a variety of people and situations. Articulate, motivated, and diligent.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Captain/ Operations Manager

BLUE AND GOLD FLEET
01.2013 - Current
  • High Speed Ferry Captain and Operations Management
  • Responsible for passengers, crew, vessels, and affiliated machinery involved in ferry operations on San Francisco Bay
  • Execute and supervise navigation and maneuvering of vessels during frequent situations involving challenging and extreme conditions, such as strong currents, high winds, and dense fog
  • Managed teams of Marine Operations Crew, such as; Captains, Officers, Deckhands, Engineers, Welders, and Electricians

Vessel Master/ Captain

GOLDEN GATE FERRY
01.2013 - 03.2016
  • High Speed Ferry Captain (Excess of 30 knots)
  • Maintained accurate logs of vessel movements, fuel consumption, and maintenance activities for regulatory compliance.

Captain/Port Captain/ Port Engineer

ALCATRAZ CRUISES LLC
01.2008 - 01.2016
  • Collaborated with maintenance teams to schedule routine checks and repairs, minimizing downtime due to equipment issues or malfunctions.
  • Facilitated crew training programs, enhancing skillsets and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

Crew Operations Manager, Lead Captain

POTOMAC RIVERBOAT COMPANY
01.2004 - 01.2008
  • Managed and supervised crew of up to sixty employees; consisting of captains, first officers, deck hands, and engineers
  • Designed and coordinated crew training and incentive programs
  • Lead Captain of the company's flagship, a true split stern paddle-wheeler; the Cherry Blossom

Captain

SPIRIT MARINE
01.2004 - 01.2005
  • Operated vessel that engaged in ferry services and dinner cruises on the Potomac River

Captain

NATIONAL MARINE MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION
01.2003 - 01.2004
  • Operated private yacht for members of the Congress and Senate to participate in fund raisers and outings in order to promote positive laws, and mitigate potential laws that may have a negative impact on the Marine Industry.

Divemaster/ First Officer

PANAMA CITY DIVE CENTER/ HYDROSPACE
01.1994 - 01.2002
  • Crewed aboard motor vessels engaged in S.C.U.B.A charters on the Gulf of Mexico

Skills

  • 100 Gross Ton Near Coastal Masters Captain's License, Unlimited Radar Observer, FCC Radio Operators Permit
  • Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC)
  • ICS 100 & 200 National Incident Management System
  • Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) PIC & VPIC Training
  • Hydrogen Fuel Cell Marine Technology & Bunkering
  • PADI Certifications: Open Water, Advanced, Nitrox, Rescue Diver
  • Open Water Survival Training- Stark Survival
  • National Transit Institute - System Security Awareness for Passenger Vessel Employees
  • CPR/ AED/ First Aid & AVERT Instructor Certification

Timeline

Captain/ Operations Manager

BLUE AND GOLD FLEET
01.2013 - Current

Vessel Master/ Captain

GOLDEN GATE FERRY
01.2013 - 03.2016

Captain/Port Captain/ Port Engineer

ALCATRAZ CRUISES LLC
01.2008 - 01.2016

Crew Operations Manager, Lead Captain

POTOMAC RIVERBOAT COMPANY
01.2004 - 01.2008

Captain

SPIRIT MARINE
01.2004 - 01.2005

Captain

NATIONAL MARINE MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION
01.2003 - 01.2004

Divemaster/ First Officer

PANAMA CITY DIVE CENTER/ HYDROSPACE
01.1994 - 01.2002

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