Jared Johnson
Hampton
Summary
Current Junior Captain with 14 years of experience in the maritime industry ready to make the jump to full Captain. Skilled in operating a variety of watercraft especially the vessels currently being operated at the Jamestown-Scotland Ferry. Extensive knowledge of boat maintenance, navigation, and safety protocols. A positive attitude makes all the difference. Reliability is the best ability.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Junior Captain
Virginia Department of Transportation
11.2024 - Current
- Managed a diverse crew effectively, promoting teamwork and maintaining high morale.
- Enhanced ship safety by conducting regular drills and maintenance checks.
- Oversaw accurate record-keeping practices for all required documentation throughout each operation.
- Interacted with team members, encouraging each to be outgoing and offer excellent service to passengers.
- Prioritized safety procedures when operating vessels, controlling speed, berthing and unberthing, giving optimal protection to crew and equipment.
- Kept watch aboard vessels to identify changing conditions or potential issues and implement corrective actions.
- Operated large marine vessels by adjusting speed, steering craft and utilizing navigation instruments.
Deckhand
Virginia Department of Transportation
07.2021 - 11.2024
- Experienced in vessel handling
- Proficient in basic first aid procedures for medical emergencies onboard vessels
- Loading and unloading vehicles or passengers from vessels
- Assisted the captain with navigation and navigation-related duties
- Observed security protocols to ensure the safety and security of the vessel and passengers
- Accustomed to working both independently and collaboratively as part of a team environment
- Stood watch in ships' bows and bridge to look for obstructions in ship's path and to locate navigational aids
- Operated fire hose, winch and davit using and practicing safety procedures
- Coordinated with other crew members to ensure safe and efficient vessel operations
- Skilled in reading navigational charts and using electronic navigation systems
- Knowledgeable in the use of firefighting equipment for emergency situations
- Trained in the use of survival craft equipment such as lifeboats and inflatable rafts
Manager
Wallace's Marina
06.2020 - 09.2021
- Addressed and resolved client or customer inquiries to foster superior standards of service
- Reduced workplace safety or health hazards by enforcing work practices and procedures
- Maintained frequent interaction with senior management to measure goal achievement and determine areas of improvement
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible
- Provided efficient and courteous service to customers at all times
- Worked with coworkers to complete tasks
Commercial Fisherman
Self-Employed
06.2010 - 09.2021
- Proficiently operated navigational equipment such as depth finders, GPS systems, and radar
- Maintained engines, fishing gear, and other on-board equipment and performed minor repairs
- Business Management and customer service
- Crew Management
- Steered vessels and operated navigational instruments
- Displayed knowledge of local fisheries laws and regulations when harvesting resources
- Interpreted weather and vessel conditions to determine appropriate responses
- Identified ways to improve efficiency in operations and implemented process changes
Education
High School -
Kecoughtan High School
Hampton, VA06.2014
Fire Fighting
New Horizons Regional Education Center
Hampton, VA01.2013
Skills
- Emergency response readiness
- Firefighting Capabilities
- Ship handling
- Navigation assistance
- Time management abilities
- Organizational Skills
- Reliability
- Problem-solving abilities
- Continuous Improvement
- Crew management
- Attention to detail
- Safety procedures
Certification
- Master1600 Ton Inland
- Combined Basic & Advanced Firefighting
- Onboard Drill Instructor
- Radar Observer Inland
- Master100 Ton Near Coastal
- First Aid & CPR
Timeline
Junior Captain
Virginia Department of Transportation
11.2024 - Current
Deckhand
Virginia Department of Transportation
07.2021 - 11.2024
Manager
Wallace's Marina
06.2020 - 09.2021
Commercial Fisherman
Self-Employed
06.2010 - 09.2021
Fire Fighting
New Horizons Regional Education Center
High School -
Kecoughtan High School
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