Tius Johnson
New York City,NEW YORK
Summary
Like many other mariners, safety of the vessel and crew is my top priority. When working on deck, I like to picture in my mind that I am one with the vessel, meaning that me including all other crew members are like vital organs that play a big role to keep her up and running. I have learned over time when working in hazardous conditions to not rush and carefully analyze a situation before making the next move to prevent an accident. I not only make sure I am aware of my surroundings, but for my fellow crew as well. With all of this being said, I enjoy life at sea and working on deck. New York harbor has taught me quite a bit and I appreciate every last moment.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Deckhand (Marine Operations)
Hornblower/ NYC Ferry
New York, New York
02.2025 - Current
Responsibilities:
- Executing deck operations
- Mooring vessel/ line handling
- Ensure safety regulations are followed on and off vessel
- Successfully perform monthly safety/ emergency drills (MOB, fire, abandon ship)
- Conduct security checks (includes routine inspection of all deck areas and reporting any potential hazards or defects)
- Safety inspections at the main pier (chafed lines and defects at the docks)
- Ensure all equipment including safety equipment are up to date and instantly ready for use in case of an emergency (EPIRB, flares, med kit, davit, Jason's cradle, personal flotation devices, boat hooks, fire extinguishers, fire stations, etc.)
- Spot objects in the water that are potentially harmful to the vessel
- Ensure passenger count is accurate and meet the standards of the USCG
- Ensure passenger safety and provide expansive customer service
- Communication amongst deck crew must be effective and transparent, especially when reporting to the captain (nothing short of teamwork)
Student
SUNY Maritime College
Bronx, NY
07.2026 - 10.2026
- Maritime training
- Able Seafarer training
- Lifeboatman/ Survival craft training
- Basic training/ Firefighting/ STCW
- T.S. Empire State 7 Launch (2024)
- Escorted by Miller water taxi in the middle of the lower New York bay to board the Empire State 7 and sail up the East River to SUNY Maritime as Cadets return home from a three-month voyage.
Education
High School Diploma -
High School For Media & Communications
Manhattan, NY06-2015
Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology
Hawaii Pacific University
Honolulu, HIMariner Training -
SUNY Maritime
Bronx01-2026
Skills
- Attention to detail/safety hazards (including vessels lights and objects in the water
- Strong communication
- Mooring/line handling
- Cleaning vessel (includes washing salt off the hull)
- Execute/perform safety drills at a high level (MOB, Fire, Abandon ship, Survival craft/lifeboat)
- Proficiency in survival gear aboard vessel in case of an emergency (PFDs, immersion suits, life buoys, life rafts)
- Ability to hold the wheel or stand lookout
- Brings best foot forward and positive attitude every day for the success of the crew
Certification
- First Aid Certification
- TWIC
- Merchant Mariners Credential/ MMC (Application is being processed at NMC)
Able Seaman Special:
- Lifeboatman/ Survival craft
- STCW/ Basic training
Timeline
Student
SUNY Maritime College
07.2026 - 10.2026
Deckhand (Marine Operations)
Hornblower/ NYC Ferry
02.2025 - Current
High School Diploma -
High School For Media & Communications
Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology
Hawaii Pacific University
Mariner Training -
SUNY Maritime