Reliable Able-Bodied Seaman with strong expertise in navigation assistance, deck upkeep, and cargo handling. Focused on safety, precision, and seamless crew coordination to support efficient vessel operations.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Able Bodied Seaman
Military Sealift Command
Norfolk, Virginia
08.2025 - 10.2025
Performed general maintenance duties on deck, including painting, chipping, and cleaning.
Helped maintain a safe working environment by adhering to safety policies and procedures.
Assisted in loading and unloading cargo from ships using cranes or other lifting devices.
Maintained safety equipment such as fire hoses, lifeboats, and other emergency gear.
Contributed to shipboard security by conducting regular patrols around the vessel's perimeter.
Supervised vessel entry and exit points and logged persons entering and leaving.
Lubricated machinery, equipment or engine parts.
Spliced and repaired ropes, wire cables or cordage.
Ordinary Seaman
Military Sealift Command
Norfolk, VA
01.2024 - 08.2025
Assisted in navigation and vessel safety checks throughout voyages.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of deck spaces and equipment.
Collaborated with crew to ensure effective communication during operations.
Monitored weather conditions and reported changes to the officer on watch.
Participated in emergency drills to enhance crew preparedness and safety awareness.
Assisted with navigational maneuvers such as anchoring, mooring or docking procedures.
Education
Maritime Institute
Norfolk
04-2025
Military Sealift Command Basic Training
Newport News, VA
12-2023
Maritime Institute
Norfolk, VA
11-2021
High School Diploma -
Booker T.Washington
Norfolk, VA
06-2020
Skills
Cargo operations - maintained rigging standards and equipment for vessel-to-vessel cargo operations at sea Prepare all materials needed in cargo operation
Mooring Lines- Spliced and handled mooring lines, assist in rigging cargo on deckMaintain cleanliness of vessel, handle mooring lines