I was born in the Caribbean island of Barbados, where I developed passion for the ocean at a young age. Working on Good Times Catamaran cruises and fishing charters both helped me to maintain decency and to keep a professional representation towards our guests. I am very hard working and highly motivated with a desire to take on new challenges and broaden my skill set. My love for the ocean is endless and I wouldn’t give it up for anything!
Hi, I’m
Caleb Rapson
Deck hand
Bridgetown,Barbados
Summary
Overview
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Good times Catamaran CruisesBarbados , West Coast
Deck Hand
10.2019 - 05.2021
Job overview
- Responsible for loading and unloading cargo, supplies, and passengers on the vessel.
- Performed safety checks on all equipment and gear prior to use.
- Assisted in mooring operations by tying off lines and setting anchor points.
- Maintained a clean deck area through daily sweeping and scrubbing of surfaces.
- Conducted regular maintenance on deck machinery such as winches, pumps, cranes.
- Cleaned fishing gear after each catch was unloaded from the boat.
- Ran errands ashore as needed such as purchasing fuel or provisions for the vessel.
- Fastened handling lines and moorings to prevent boats, barges and equipment from drifting away.
- Repaired minor issues with rigging and sails during trips out to sea.
- In-charge of all water sport activities and driving tender with guests on board.
- Catered to guests by serving lunch, serving drinks, and assuring that they have a great trip
- Assisted engineers in repairing or adjusting machinery.
- Greeted guests boarding and departing vessels to drive safe transition.
- Monitored deck areas to enforce security of boat, passengers and cargo.
Papa Louis Barbados , West Coast
Commercial Fishing Captain
09.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Ocean crossings to other islands in Caribbean
- Captained the boat everyday, docking and fueling and maneuvering around other vessels daily
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.
- Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.
- Maintained schedule of class assignments to meet deadlines.
- Delivered products to customer locations on time.
Boats including: Blue marlin, Fish Attack, Snapper Up, Eclipse ChartersBarbados , West Coast
Fishing Charters
03.2021 - 11.2023
Job overview
- Instructed clients on proper fishing techniques and safety measures.
- Organized and prepared all necessary equipment for trips, such as rods, reels, bait, lures, tackle boxes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of boats to ensure they were in safe working order.
- Provided assistance with baiting hooks and removing fish from hooks.
- Educated clients on the local aquatic environment and its inhabitants.
- Navigated waters safely while operating vessels with outboard motors or trolling motors.
- Communicated regularly with customers to answer questions about trips and provide updates on weather conditions.
- Developed relationships with customers to increase repeat business opportunities.
- Cleaned fish for clients at the end of trips when requested.
- Monitored weather conditions throughout the trip to ensure maximum safety for passengers.
- Handled payments from customers after completion of services rendered.
- Displayed strong public speaking skills and communication abilities to facilitate highest quality tour for guests.
Education
PROFESSIONAL SUPER YACHT TRAININGFort Lauderdale, Florida
Deck Hand On Super Yachts from Professional Yacht Training
10.2023
University Overview
- PYT - Professional Super Yacht Training
Courses Complete:
• Power Boat Level 2
• Elementary First Aid
• Personal Safety and Social Responsibility
• Personal Survival Techniques
• Fire Fighting
• Designated Security Duties
• ENG 1
Skills
- Fishing
- Surfing/Surf instructor
- Water Sports (skiing, wakeboarding, etc)
- Diving/Spearfishing
- Boat handling
- Navigation
- Vessel Security and Maintenance Boat Safety Maintenance
- Engine and Winch Operation
- Marine Safety Procedures
- Crew and Passenger Safety
- Vessel Navigation
- Radar Information Interpretation
- Good Work Ethic
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solver
Timeline
Commercial Fishing Captain
Papa Louis
09.2021 - Current
Fishing Charters
Boats including: Blue marlin, Fish Attack, Snapper Up, Eclipse Charters
03.2021 - 11.2023
Deck Hand
Good times Catamaran Cruises
10.2019 - 05.2021
PROFESSIONAL SUPER YACHT TRAINING
Deck Hand On Super Yachts from Professional Yacht Training
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