Home Town- Miami, FL
Interests- Diving, Boating, Fishing, Snowboarding, and anything on the
water.
MIDN 1/C Brendon McDonnell
Job Title: Cadet Chief Mate
Reports To: Chief Mate and Cadet Master
General Summary: The Cadet Chief Mate is the second highest-ranking midshipman aboard the ship in the Deck Department and is in charge of the Emergency Squad.
Essential Job Functions:
1. Under the supervision of the ship’s Chief Mate handles all aspects of training and organization of the Emergency Squad.
2. Responsible for training, drilling, and equipping Emergency Squad before cruise.
3. Under the supervision of the ship’s Chief Mate carries out ballasting operations as required during cruise.
4. Organizes and carries out routine and special maintenance projects prior to and during cruise.
5. During cruise meets with the ships’ Chief Mate on a regular basis to review maintenance and Emergency Squad progress.
6. Under the supervision of the ship’s Chief Mate will be the On Scene Leader for USCG required fire and emergency drills.
7. Direct supervision of the Cadet Second Mate, Cadet Third Mate and Cadet Bosun concerning matters of deck safety and maintenance.
8. Responsible for maintaining Emergency Squad equipment in proper working order and that equipment is ordered, purchased, and replaced as required.
9. Assists with the organization and operation of Ship Orientation for 4/C and 2/C as required.
10. Responsible for the ship’s cleanliness and sanitation in conjunction with the
Regimental Master at Arms.
11. Supervises cargo storage and handling including logistical support for the galley.
Requirements, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
1. Required to participate in the next training cruise.
2. Ability to maintain a 2.3 or higher grade point average.
3. Required to have completed all pre-requisites, academic and cruise, including rate training.
4. Knowledge of shipboard fire fighting procedures, sea survival, GMDSS.
5. Prior participation in Emergency Squad.
6. Ability to delegate tasks to subordinates.
7. Knowledge of equipment, tools, and procedures used in routine deck maintenance.
8. Able to manage time and multiple tasks effectively.
9. Able to operate all deck equipment.
10. Have a basic knowledge of hydraulic, electrical, fresh water, and salt water systems on board to ship.
11. Knowledge of ISO/ISM and STCW.
Education Experience:
Command experience helpful. Completion of freshman cruise and cadet shipping is required. Previous fire fighting, maritime, and/or construction experience is a strong advantage. An individual hoping to secure this rate would make him/herself known to the ship’s crew and be willing to work long hours during the school year prior to cruise.