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My objective is simple; To find lasting work in the marine industry, aboard an active and exciting vessel. I love traveling, seeing new ports and meeting new people, and have a need to be on the water.
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I am an experienced captain and ships engineer. I've been in the marine industry since the late 80's. I am a very fast thinker and pride myself on my safety record.
I am very proficient with motor vessels specializing in twin engine power plants and I am well versed in sailboat handling as well. I have completed several ICW trips along the eastern seaboard, and too many transfers and trainings to list. I have run vessels from 5 foot to 137 foot LOA with up to 100 souls aboard.
I have been the captain/skipper for professional tournament fishing vessels, as well as research and survey vessels.
I have run tow boats and tugs hauling vessels, homes, and other barges in all conditions.
I feel confident that I would be a vital asset to any vessel, as well as an excellent leader for your crew. I am very friendly and have excellent people skills. My well rounded administrative/leadership background allow me to handle any responsibility.
The safety of my crew and vessel (in that order) is my highest priority. I speak English, light Spanish, and I am fluent in American Sign Language.
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Potomac River Pilot / Second Mate
Miss Ann Charters, United States of America, Washington, DC, Aug 2008 - Oct 2009
The Miss Ann is a 1927 127' Pusey & Jones custom fantail yacht. As the acting First Mate, and standing Second Mate, I run the Miss Ann out of the Gangplank Marina. I was also the Potomac River pilot that was responsible for her delivery to Washington DC.
towBoatU.S. Captain
Potomac Marine, United States of America, Woodbridge, VA, Jun 2008 - Present
I run the 24' Contender Center Console & 31' American Aluminum Jet powered tow vessels out of National Harbor Marina. These are the local BoatU.S. tow services vessels serving the Potomac and Anacostia Rivers in Washington, DC.. My service area extends from Mt. Vernon to Three Sisters spanning over 30 miles of the Potomac River, 10 tributaries, and 12 marinas..
Captain - Founder
Float Plan Generator [dot] com, United States of America, Waldorf, MD, Feb 2005 - Present
This application was designed and built by me. I have been a professional application developer since the mid 80's. It is a Float Plan Management and Generation tool. It works with internet access of any kind, be it your computer aboard, your computer at home, or your cellular devices. I, with the assistance of several other boat/cruising enthusiasts, monitor the Float Plans that are created with in this application.
FSO-CS / Officer In Charge (OIC)
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, United States of America, La Plata, MD, Jun 2003 - Present
I am a member of the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary. I currently hold 2 staff offices. FSO-CS (Flotilla Staff Officer - Computer Specialist) and OIC (Officer In Charge). As the FSO-CS for the 5SR15-7 flotilla my duties are to create, manage, and maintain the flotilla website. To keep up to date with the news items and issues concerning the flotilla's coverage area (Solomons Island & middle Potomac River areas of Maryland). As OIC for the 5SR15-7 Charles County Detachment my duties are to conduct the meetings, and provide leadership and vision to its members and attendees. I also conduct the monthly training sessions.
Captain - Owner
Southern Maryland Marine, United States of America, White Plains, MD, Jan 2001 - Present
Southern Maryland Marine is a small and personal company, owned and operated by me. Unlike so many today, Southern Maryland Marine lives by the laws of a higher authority and therefore it's business ethics are beyond reproach. Since I only hire in my own image, I have yet to have a dissatisfied customer on any project. We offer a mobile marine maintenance service and provide captains and crew for all sorts of charter needs.
Captain
Wave Dancer Charters, United States of America, Ocean City, MD, May 2004 - Aug 2007
As the initial surveyor and captain of the Wave Dancer for it's first year, I was responsible for it's complete upkeep. Once they had a full time captain, I was used in releife status as the tournament captain. I ran this vessel thru 3 White Marlin Opens where we placed every time.
Captain - Research Vessel
Marine Information Resources Corporation, United States of America, Ellicott City, MD, Jun 2005 - Oct 2006
MIRC holds several contracts with NRL (U.S. Naval Research Laboratory) in which we provide vessels and captains. The captains serve a broad range of duties on this charters; Captain, Skipper, Steward, Host, Cook, Server, Deck Hand, research technician, etc. These trips have taken me all over the eastern seaboard for months aboard.
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Chart Plotting and Navigation - I am proficient in several different chart plotter electronics, and use route building and charting techniques regularly. Paper charting is a fun pastime for me. I regularly chart courses to the locals that I desire most to visit someday.
Close Quarters Vessel Handling - Being a BoatU.S. Tow Boat Captain, I am regularly required to move a clients boat and the tow boat in very tight fairways. I've become an expert in Close Quarters Vessel Handling.
Radar Operation - Having had extensive experience with various types of radar equipment, and having taken courses in radar operation have provided me with an excellent knowledge of the use and operation of several radar units.
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Captain Dave Hopkins, Big Boat Little River - Cruise Log, Float Plan Generator [dot] com, 2004
Captain Dave Hopkins, He Didn't Plan To Fail, He Failed To Plan (An Introduction to Float Plans), Living Aboard Magazine, 2004
Captain Dave Hopkins, In The D.O.G. House - Cruise Log, Float Plan Generator [dot] com, 2005
Captain Dave Hopkins, Paper Life Saver (An Introduction to Float Plans), Captain's Quarterly - Potomac, 2004
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Top Tow Captain of the Year, Apr 2010
Top Tow Captain of the Year for 2009
Potomac Marine / Tow BoatU.S.
US Coast Guard Auxiliarist of the Year, Nov 2009
"For thoughtlessly giving of yourself to better the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary, for your volunteer service to the safety and security of your country and it's people."
Division 23 (I was the first Auxiliarist to win this award in the history of Division 23.)
US Coast Guard Division Auxiliarist of the Year, Nov 2009
"For your work with launching a new Flotilla in the Charles County Maryland area, for recruiting and enlisting new members, and advertising and championing public safety on the Potomac River."
District 5 Central Chesapeake Division 23
The Buccaneer Award, Apr 2010
The Buccaneer Award - for dedication to service and response in 2009
Potomac Marine / Tow BoatU.S.
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I have gained valuable experience and knowledge of the Chesapeake Bay and it's tributaries,
specializing in the Potomac River waters. I've successfully completed vessel transfers down the
eastern seaboard from the Hudson River to the Florida Keys, utilizing both open ocean and ICW
courses. I've instructed proper handling and marine safety to hundreds and I am a proponent for
Marine Safety on the Internet with http://FloatPlanGenerator.com.
My knowledge and safety record speak for themselves and indicate that I'd be a great addition to
any crew.
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USCGAux Certified Instructor, Oct 2005
I regularly train the boating public in Vessel Handling, Navigation Techniques, and Deck Safety.
Automated External Defibrillator (AED), Oct 2005
Held through the American Red Cross
Advanced First Aid, Oct 2005
Held through the American Red Cross
Advanced CPR, Oct 2005
Held through the American Red Cross
Drug Free Vessel Program Member, Jun 2005
Held through Maritime Consortium, Inc.
Restricted Radiotelephone Operators Permit, Oct 2004
I hold a current RROP from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Random Drug Testing Program, Jun 2005
Held through Maritime Consortium, Inc.
Operator Uninspected Passenger Vessel, Jun 2005
I hold a current 100 ton OUPV captains license with Assistance Towing Endorsement and Sailing Endorsement.
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