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ZOE A. ZANIDAKIS

7 Summit Terrace
Falmouth, ME  04105
(207) 557-5837
CaptZaz@yahoo.com
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OBJECTIVE


To continue a vocation as a maritime professional bringing a history of integrity, adaptability, and a strong worth ethic, while being part of a committed crew.

EXPERIENCE


MARITIME

2004 – PRESENT: CREW, VARIOUS COMMERCIAL FISHING VESSELS

Crew member on various commercial fishing vessels and charter vessels in both the United States and Australia.

1992 – 2004: CAPTAIN/OWNER/OPERATOR, EQUINOX F/V, C/V

Year-round commercial fishing and/or chartering with a crew on my own certified vessel (COI 22 passenger)

1987 – 1991: OWNER/OPERATOR, LOBSTER LADY, INC.

Seasonal (Winter/Spring) commercial lobster fishery with a small crew under my supervision and my own vessel

OTHER

2007 – 2019: EQUINOX ENTERPRISES, SANTA MONICA, CA & SOUTHERN MAINE

Sole proprietor of a landscaping company, managed all aspects of the business such as finances, work crews, and project management.

2007 – 2011: INTERACTIVE CAFE, SANTA MONICA, CA

Barista and on-site manager

2004 – 2007: SQUATTER’S REST, TUCABIA, NSW, AUSTRALIA

Part owner of a destination venue with a restaurant, entertainment, and an interactive museum village

1988 – 2001: MONHEGAN HOUSE, MONHEGAN, ME

Part Owner & Manager of a seasonal inn and restaurant with up to 25 employees

CURRENT SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS


  • US Coast Guard Merchant Mariner’s Credentials - 100 GT with Assistance Towing
  • Able Bodied Seaman – Unlimited

  • PSCRB – Proficiency in Survival Craft & Rescue Boats

  • STCW - Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping  

  • Security Guard Credentials/Awareness

  • RFPNW - Rating Forming Part of a Navigational Watch

  • Basic Fire Fighting

  • First Aid & CPR

  • US Passport

  • TWIC Card

ACTIVITIES


  • Maine Adaptive Snow Skiing – Assisted people of varying ages and challenges to enjoy downhill skiing at resorts in Maine.
  • As a Certified NRA Basic Rifle & Pistol Instructor I teach youth firearms safety, as well hunting techniques that also contribute to the health of our ecosystems.

  • Therapeutic Horseback Riding Assistant – enabled guests with physical challenges to enjoy horseback riding.

EDUCATION


Class of 1984 Graduate, Toms River High School, Toms River, NJ

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