Gary Morehouse - Captain, USCG 100 Ton Master
13 Bow Circle Suite 123 Hilton Head Island, South Carolina 29928 843-298-4537
coastalyachtmanagement.com
Objective
To acquire a position as a marine Yacht Captain.18 years experience, a 100 ton USCG licensed Captain. Extensive knowledge of U.S., Caribbean& Bahamian waterways. Have owned and successfully operated multiple yacht management companies.
Profile
A world class Yacht Captainwho performs his duties with alacrity and professionalism. Talent for selecting and managing a crew. Enjoys and displays the leadership required to successfully command a vessel and create a pleasurable and safe yachting environment. Ample experience commanding private yachts. Able to provide the highest quality hosting services.United States Citizen with US Passport. Non smoking and non drinking, no tatoos
Skills Summary
USCG Licensed Captain (since 1994).PADI Certified SCUBA diver (since 2000).
Navigation/Piloting large/small vessels.
Expertise in U.S. East Coast, Caribbean andBahamas yacht travel. / Boat management, maintenance and repair proficiency.
Exemplary managerial and supervisory skills.
CPR Qualified.
STCW 95 Approved.
US drivers license
Professional Experience
FOUNDER/Operator— Coastal Yacht Management, Hilton Head Island, SC
2005 - present
Specialized in providing a full range of absentee yacht management services on power, sail and electric vessels including maintenance, exercising, deliveries, repair, and supervision of outsourced services of vessels ranging from 16’ to 85’.
Provided thorough and detailed inspections of all vessel systems, preventive maintenance on all mechanical and electrical equipment systems.
Provided andmanaged refit and new system installations.
Oversaw and managed all scheduled services including: haul out, safety equipment update inspections, engine servicing, diving, washing, varnishing and waxing.
Captain, “Locator” Hilton Head Island, sc(Don & barb jones owner)
2000 - 2005
Full time private captain for the Jones family of a 1993, 28-foot, Grady White – Marlin sport fish, docked at Shelter Cove Marina, Hilton Head Island, SC.
Responsibilities included maintenance, repair, preventive maintenance, operation and management of the vessel.
Operated the vessel at the request of the owners, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Jones, and the owner’s family and guests.Professional Experience, continued
Captain, “Miss Barbara” Hilton Head Island, SC, (Don & barb jones owner)
2002 - 2005
Full time private captain for the Jones family of a 1993, 68-foot, Defever Motor Yacht docked at Shelter Cove Marina, Hilton Head Island, SC.
Implemented, managed & supervised a complete, refit and systems upgrade of the entire vessel.
Operated the vessel at the request of the owner, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Jones, and the owner’s family and guests.
Professional Experience cont’d
Captain, “Lazy Lady” Hilton Head Island, SC ((Don & barb jones owner)
2000 - 2001
Full time private captain for the Jones family of a 1999, 43-foot M/Y, Viking Express Cruiser docked at Harbor Town Marina, Hilton Head Island, SC.
Responsibilities included maintenance, repair, preventative maintenance, operation and management of the vessel.
Operated the vessel at the request of the owner, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Jones, and the owner’s family and guests.
Founder/Operator— Action Water Sports & Eco Enviro Tours, Island Parasail, Hilton Head Island, SC
1994 - 1999
“Island Parasail” provided parasail rides to the general public on-board a 28-foot Premium Parasail Winch Boat. Provided thorough and detailed inspections of all vessel systems, preventive maintenance on all mechanical and electrical equipment systems.
“Action Water Sports” provided recreational boating services including, 15 Rental Jet Skis, 6 Rental Boats, 2 six pack Dolphin/Nature Tour Boats, and a 56-foot, Party Fishing Boat capable of carrying up to 49 passengers.
Managed a staff of 25 employees including, deck hands, fishing captains, mechanics, nature tour captains, parasail captains, reservationists, and kayak & jet ski guides. Sold the business in 1999.
FOUNDER/OPERATOR— PARADISE YACHT MANAGEMENT, HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC
1992 - 1995
Specialized in providing a full range of absentee yacht management services including maintenance, repair, and supervision of vendor services
Provided cosmetic maintenance and care in addition to preventive maintenance on all mechanical and electrical equipment/systems, running gear, and galvanic corrosion monitoring.
Provide refit and new system installations.
Oversaw all outsourced services.
Provided boat deliveries to the Bahamas and to Florida as well as other east coast locations.
Oversaw the work of six employees and managed 30-40 boats of varying size.
Education
Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN
Building Construction Technology and Management
Facilities Planning and Engineering
Houston Marine Training, New Orleans, LA
USCG Training and Testing
sea school, charleston, sc
USCG Master Captain Training and Testing, 100 Ton Upgrade
PADI Certified SCUBA Training, Hilton Head
USCG Training and Testing
***tESTIMONIALS/REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
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