Zachary Frank
Clearwater,FL
Summary
Dynamic Boat Captain with extensive experience operating boat tours, adept at navigating coastal waters while ensuring passenger safety and comfort. Proven leadership in emergency management and exceptional communication skills fostered a memorable guest experience. Committed to environmental awareness and vessel maintenance, enhancing operational efficiency and safety standards.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Boat Captain
Fins up Dolphin Tours
Clearwater Beach
09.2024 - Current
- Navigated vessels safely through coastal waters, ensuring passenger comfort and adherence to safety regulations.
- Conducted pre-departure safety briefings, enhancing passenger awareness of emergency procedures.
- Educated passengers with narrated tour on local ecosystem and wildlife.
- Monitored weather conditions and adjusted course to ensure safe travel during tours.
- Managed daily vessel maintenance, optimizing performance and prolonging equipment life.
Deckhand
Lindblad Expeditions National Geographic
San Francisco, CA
10.2025 - 12.2025
- Assisted in navigation and vessel operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of deck areas, contributing to overall guest experience.
- Supported crew in executing emergency drills, enhancing preparedness and response times.
- Operated deck machinery and equipment, demonstrating proficiency in safe handling procedures.
- Engaged with guests during excursions, providing information on wildlife and environmental conservation.
- Collaborated with teammates to streamline daily operations, improving efficiency and workflow.
- Monitored weather conditions and communicated updates to ensure safe travel routes for expeditions.
- Participated in onboard training sessions, developing skills relevant to maritime operations and safety standards.
Deckhand
Lindblad Expeditions
Juneau, AK
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Assisted in navigation and vessel operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of deck areas, contributing to overall guest experience.
- Supported crew in executing emergency drills, enhancing preparedness and response times.
- Operated deck machinery and equipment, demonstrating proficiency in safe handling procedures.
- Engaged with guests during excursions, providing information on wildlife and environmental conservation.
- Collaborated with teammates to streamline daily operations, improving efficiency and workflow.
- Monitored weather conditions and communicated updates to ensure safe travel routes for expeditions.
- Participated in onboard training sessions, developing skills relevant to maritime operations and safety standards.
Education
No Degree - Environmental Science
Lamar University
Beaumont, TXHigh School Diploma -
Westbrook HS
Beaumont, TX09.2010
Skills
Boat handling
Mooring operations
Team management
Maritime regulations
Emergency management
First aid proficiency
Environmental awareness
Anchoring techniques
Passenger care
Vessel maintenance
Weather forecasting
Relationship building
Customer relations
Multitasking
Problem-solving abilities
Leadership skills
Reliability
Multitasking Abilities
Excellent communication
Organizational skills
Certification
MMC 100 ton master
STCW
Crowd Management
TWIC
First Aid
Timeline
Deckhand
Lindblad Expeditions National Geographic
10.2025 - 12.2025
Boat Captain
Fins up Dolphin Tours
09.2024 - Current
Deckhand
Lindblad Expeditions
05.2024 - 09.2024
No Degree - Environmental Science
Lamar University
High School Diploma -
Westbrook HS