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Stefan Schmidt

Summary

Motivated individual experienced in marine industry. Eager to expand experience, knowledge, and skill set. Ready to take on new challenges and contribute as a crew member in a growth-oriented environment.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Deckhand

Harken Towing
07.2020 - 06.2026
  • Worked onboard tug boats primarily towing log booms and barges on the Fraser River. Shifts consisted of 12-14 hour days of 7 day rotations. Job duties included: connecting loads to Tug, regular engine checks, operating of Tug, boat maintenance, training junior deckhands, keeping boat organized and properly stocked with equipment and supplies.

Pad Builder & Camp Maintenance

Rugged Edge Holdings
05.2020 - 10.2020
  • Worked in multiple mining exploration camps throughout northern B.C. building timber frame helicopter and drill pads. Flew into worksites daily. Duties consisted of slinging materials to and from worksites, radio communications with pilots and team members, constructing pads, as well as camp maintenance services.

Deckhand

Seaspan
01.2019 - 09.2020
  • Lived onboard coastal tugboats transporting barges along the Pacific West Coast as far as California on 2-3 week rotations. Deckhand duties included: securing barges to tie up spots, connecting barges to tug, winch operations, radio communications to assist captain for landing barges, cooking for crew members, cleaning, and keeping boat stocked and organized with equipment and supplies.

Fishing Guide

Pitt River Lodge
08.2015 - 07.2016
  • Guided clients on the Pitt River from spring through fall. Other duties included: raft maintenance, working as part of a team with fellow guides, and making sure guests had an excellent experience.

Education

Bridge Watchman -

BCIT
01.2016

Skills

  • Familiarity with heavy equipment and basic mechanical knowledge
  • Accustomed to working environments where safety is vital
  • Strong client service experience as a fishing guide
  • Extensive experience in Tug, forestry, and mining exploration industry
  • Experience working in a remote fishing camp
  • Resilient in extreme weather and physically demanding environments

Training

  • HUET Sea Survival Training - Pro Aviation Safety Training
  • Marine Basic First Aid - BCIT
  • Marine Emergency Duties - BCIT
  • Basic Safety Training - BCIT
  • Radio Operator Certificate - BCIT
  • Class 5 Drivers Licence
  • Leavitt Safety Training: Excavator, Wheel Loader and Skid Steer

Timeline

Deckhand

Harken Towing
07.2020 - 06.2026

Pad Builder & Camp Maintenance

Rugged Edge Holdings
05.2020 - 10.2020

Deckhand

Seaspan
01.2019 - 09.2020

Fishing Guide

Pitt River Lodge
08.2015 - 07.2016

Bridge Watchman -

BCIT
Stefan Schmidt