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The most important skills for a bosun resume and required skills for a bosun to have include:

Below we've compiled a list of the most critical bosun skills. We ranked the top skills for bosuns based on the percentage of resumes they appeared on. For example, 54.3% of bosun resumes contained deck equipment as a skill. Continue reading to find out what skills a bosun needs to be successful in the workplace. 

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<ul><li>Maintain 10 crew member line haul boat 
Order supplies 
Maintain welfare and discipline of crew members</li><li>Supervised crew members and trained them in safety procedures.</li><li>Certified Manlift/Scissor Lift NFPA 70E CPR / First Aid</li><li>Collected fares, and maintained passenger safety and security.</li></ul>

<ul><li>Performed all basic seamanship and maintenance aboard ship 
 Supervised 12 sailors</li></ul>

Able Seaman

<ul><li>Perform a variety of maintenance tasks to preserve the painted surface of the ship and to maintain line and ship equipment.</li><li>Operated necessary heavy equipment to unload ship cargo into proper barges safely.</li><li>Perform basic vessel maintenance such as painting, cleaning, changing oil and filters.</li><li>Received training in passenger safety and rescue.</li><li>Assisted Captain at the helm as well as the engine room.</li></ul>

Deckhand

<ul><li>Crew Member Development: 
* Regular conversations with all of the crew members about their talents, goals, and interests.</li><li>Train and develop crew members using store-level learning experiences as well as the Passport protocol.</li><li>Mentored and coached crew members on how to create an outstanding experience for our customers each day.</li><li>Train and develop Crew Members via Situational Leadership Guidelines and Bowen Systems Theory.</li><li>Manage crew members while meeting customer needs.</li></ul>

<ul><li>Line handling, passenger handling, vessel maintenance, fueling, engine room checks and safety related task.</li><li>Maintain navigational instruments and keep correct navigational time Render "honors and ceremonies" in accordance with national observance and foreign customs</li><li>Operated heavy machinery and acted as a lead helmsman.</li><li>Assisted in maintenance and overhaul of diesel engines.</li></ul>

<ul><li>Understand all 
USCG regulated emergency procedures (abandon ship, man over board, fire, safety 
inspection).</li><li>Line handling, passenger handling, vessel maintenance, fueling, engine room checks and safety related task.</li><li>Work on barges and ships monitoring loading and unloading of Petroleum products on and off the vessels.</li><li>Managed food and beverage events 
 Co-piloted commercial vessels 
 Oversaw yacht equipment operations, passenger safety, and emergencies during events</li><li>Demonstrated excellent customer service and attended to several needs on board.</li><li>Conduct installation repair on USCG Hamilton.</li></ul>

<ul><li>Train and develop Crew Members via Situational Leadership Guidelines and Bowen Systems Theory.</li><li>documented by USCG I have worked my way up the ladder from deckhand.</li></ul>

<ul><li>Controlled vessel pilotage, cargo operations, and all product movement.</li><li>Tour while ensuring passenger safety and maritime compliance.</li><li>Started Center for Information Dominance Corry Station branch of organization Coordinated events to distract sailors from making immature decisions.</li></ul>

<ul><li>Performed routine cleaning, painting, and other vessel maintenance.</li><li>Conducted variety of ship operations including: security, customer service and maintenance.</li><li>Provided proactive customer service to guest on deck and assisted with the overall guest relations.</li></ul>

<ul><li>Participate in all company safety management systems, meetings and Quality Improvement Plan program.</li><li>Coordinated vessel and terminal cargo operations.</li><li>Train and develop crew members using store-level learning experiences as well as the Passport protocol.</li></ul>

<ul><li>Direct and coordinate the safety and security of 22 crew members.</li><li>tow dredges in the gulf tow pipe line from the gulf to east coast to Jacksonville , fl</li><li>Maintain 10 crew member line haul boat 
Order supplies 
Maintain welfare and discipline of crew members</li></ul>

<ul><li>Assisted the captain in safety drills.</li><li>Work in all weather conditions and harsh environments.</li><li>Have safety meetings on the daily basis to make sure crew members know the safety requirements.</li><li>Preformed vessel maintenance and cleaning.</li></ul>

<ul><li>Performed monthly and weekly vessel inspections required by the company and US Coast Guard.</li><li>Train Mates to break out as Captains.</li><li>Signed off on successful cargo operations.</li><li>Conducted client relationship conferences in regards to safe and efficient oil cargo operations.</li><li>Managed crews of up to 9 crew members, which aided in all Preventive maintenance and topside repairs.</li></ul>

<ul><li>Line handling with fellow seaman and securing the ship to the pier while in port.</li><li>Provided preventative maintenance ensuring vessel's compliance with USCG regulations, inspections, and certificates.</li><li>Supervised 10 to 15 sailors.</li><li>Assist Chief Mate or Master during emergency situations and emergency protection 
responses as designated on the Station Bill.</li><li>Oversee maintenance on vessel and delegate jobs to AB's and Mates.</li></ul>

<ul><li>Watch stander, helm operator while at sea</li><li>Maintain the cleanliness of the vessel and general maintenance.</li><li>Advanced from A/B to 3rd Mate in 4 months on ammo ship USNS Supply.</li><li>Maintain requirements and qualifications, TWIC card, Able Seaman Unlimited.</li><li>Follow all Coast Guard safety regulations for vessel operation guidelines.</li></ul>

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Deck equipment refers to a collection of tools and equipment located on the ship deck. Deck equipment includes steering gear, capstans, windlasses, winches, and miscellaneous machinery located on a ship's decks.

Deck Equipment

General maintenance is the regular check-up and repairs of machinery, buildings, and other mechanical equipment. General maintenance is performed by repair workers who are skilled to handle the day-to-day defects produced in the machinery. General maintenance aims to make sure the items remain in the best operational conditions. Usually, a set of planned activities are performed regularly by an expert to monitor the maintenance.

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