Leonard Clarke
Pine Grove,NS
Summary
Detail-oriented deckhand with expertise in vessel maintenance and safety compliance. Proven ability to conduct routine inspections and support emergency preparedness, ensuring operational efficiency and safety on board.
Overview
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1
Certification
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Deckhand
Clearwater Seafoods
Lunenburg, Nova Scotia
03.2003 - Current
- Maintained equipment and performed routine inspections for safety compliance.
- Assisted in sorting, cleaning, and packing seafood products for distribution.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow on deck.
- Followed environmental regulations during fishing operations and waste disposal.
- Supported crew training on safety protocols and best practices in operations.
- Documented daily activities and reported any equipment issues to supervisors.
- Carried out instructions issued by captain regarding docking procedures.
- Fastened handling lines and moorings to prevent boats, barges and equipment from drifting away.
- Maintained a clean deck area through daily sweeping and scrubbing of surfaces.
- Performed vessel maintenance services, including cleaning, painting and basic repairs.
- Maintained professionalism and efficiency in emergency situations.
- Performed safety checks on all equipment and gear prior to use.
- Participated in drills and exercises to prepare for fire, collision or other emergencies.
- Responsible for loading and unloading cargo, supplies, and passengers on the vessel.
- Assisted with minor renovation or repair to keep boat in operable condition.
- Used lines, wires and stationary winches to build and break tow.
- Followed strict guidelines related to hazardous materials handling aboard ship.
- Stood watch in high-density traffic areas under extreme weather and sea conditions to support navigation rules.
- Organized tools and supplies needed for onboard repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Conducted regular maintenance on deck machinery such as winches, pumps, cranes.
- Assisted in launching lifeboats during emergency drills or real-life situations.
- Spliced and repaired ropes, wire cables or cordage.
- Lubricated machinery, equipment or engine parts.
- Chipped and cleaned rust spots on decks, superstructures or sides of ships.
- Loaded or unloaded materials, vehicles or passengers from vessels.
- Maintained government-issued certifications.
- Assisted engineers in repairing or adjusting machinery.
- Suggested equipment to use for tasks based upon mission requirements.
Education
GED -
Lunenburg High School
Lunenburg, NSSkills
- Vessel maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Cargo handling
- Emergency preparedness
- Equipment repair
- Team collaboration
- Routine inspections
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Training support
- Decision making
- Splicing ropes skill
- Maintaining equipment
- Physical fitness and stamina
- Winch operation
- Cleaning vessels
- Knot tying expertise
- Painting and varnishing
- Small boat handling
- First aid training
- Anchoring techniques
- Deck equipment operation
- Vessel painting
- Responding to emergencies
- Rigging management
- Watch standing
- Cargo coordination
- Firefighting capabilities
- Cleaning procedures
- Load securing techniques
- Safety practices
- Waste management practices
- Watchkeeping experience
- Lifting and moving cargo
- Performing maintenance
- Painting surfaces
- Line handling proficiency
- Emergency response readiness
- Rigging systems
- Safety procedures
- Fishing gear handling
- Adaptability in conditions
- Docking coordination
- Handling cargo
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Offshore operations
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Troubleshooting skills
- Physical fitness
- Leadership skills
- Maritime regulations compliance
- Decision-making
- Problem-solving abilities
- Cargo Gear Handling
Certification
- Canadian Fishing License
- MED
- Marine Basic First Aid
- Canadian Passport
- Marine Medical
- Deckhand, Trawlerman card
Timeline
Deckhand
Clearwater Seafoods
03.2003 - Current
GED -
Lunenburg High School