Ciara Corkery

Former U.S.

Coast Guard

Boatswain's Mate with over 1,000 days of sea service and a USCG 100-Ton Master Near Coastal license. Most recently served as the sole Deck/Stew aboard a 74' Viking Sportfish, supporting private guest operations, vessel maintenance, docking, tender operations and fishing trips. Seeking a Mate or deck-focused position where I can contribute strong seamanship, watchstanding and leadership skills while continuing to develop in vessel operations and bridge management.

Tampa-based and available immediately.

Sole Deck/Stew 74' Viking "Stim Star" - Halliburton | Private Client Operations - Marathon, FL

(2026-02 - 2026-08)

• Supported deck operations while independently managing interior upkeep, provisioning, inventory, and guest service.
• Supported 20+ client trips, delivering exceptional guest experiences for groups of up to 10.
• Operated 18' Action Craft, 23' BlackJack, and 27' Contender.
• Assisted with docking, line handling, fueling, and daily vessel operations.
• Maintained vessel presentation through washdowns, detailing, polishing, and corrosion control.
• Serviced sea strainers, cleaned bilges, completed sewage pump-outs, and assisted with generator operation & shore power management.
• Supported offshore and backcountry fishing operations.
• Prepared meals, bartended, transported guests via Mercedes Sprinter, and led excursions, canal cruises, and jet ski operations.

Dayworker Deck/Stew 31 M/Y - Private - Fort Lauderdale, FL

(2026-01 - 2026-01)

• Full exterior washdowns and detailing.
• Operated deck crane and hydraulic systems.
• Stainless steel polishing and teak care.
• Black-water pumping and sanitation systems.
• Responded to onboard alarms.
• Laundry and cabin turnaround.

Boatswains Mate - 418ft National Security Cutter - United States Coast Guard - Charleston, SC

(2021 - 2025)

• Navigation watchkeeper (QMOW) on offshore and transatlantic operations.
• Qualified Helmsman and Master Helmsman in restricted and open waters.
• Led multi-person deck teams during complex evolutions, including night operations.
• Conducted 100+ tender launch and recovery, including stern notch, platform transfer, and davit operations.
• Line handling, mooring, anchoring, and exterior deck maintenance.
• Operated Coast Guard small boats (27–45 ft) in demanding conditions.
• Helicopter tie-down and flight deck support qualified.
• Damage control qualified; executed emergency response actions and drills.
• Conducted engineering space inspections and monitored propulsion, steering, and auxiliary vessel systems.
• Saved four lives during the rescue of a disabled vessel 36 miles offshore.
• Led humanitarian response supporting 700+ migrants, including accommodation setup, logistics, and care; awarded Command Page 7 for performance.
• Supported formal diplomatic reception and vessel presentation for French Navy visit; received commendation for professionalism.

High School Diploma - Sunlake Highschool Land O' Lakes, FL