Master Captain For Hire

[david luther]

Captain David J Luther
St. Augustine, FL
David_luther79@hotmail.com


Objective
Seeking a position as captain or crew aboard a fishing or cruising yacht

U.S.C.G. Master Captain, licensed since 2002
B.A. Business Administration, Flagler College

2005-Present
Captain
Endless Summer Charters, St. Augustine, FL
Responsible for the un-inspected private charter vessel “Endless Summer”, a 48’ Pacemaker, fishing year round out of N.E Florida. Specializing in trolling the Gulf Stream for pelagic species as well as fishing on anchor for trophy bottom fish. Established a strong repeat business thru a high level of professionalism and service. Other responsibilities include maintaining the vessel both mechanically and aesthetically, hiring and managing crew, and most importantly providing customers with a safe and enjoyable trip. Also Captained numerous trips aboard “Endless Summer II & III”, both high capacity vessels, U.S.C.G. inspected for up to 12 passengers.

2003-2005
2nd Captain
Prowler Sport Fishing & Excel Sport Fishing, San Diego, CA
Second Skipper aboard two different vessels: the “Excel” a 125’ Sportfisher, one of the largest and most luxurious in the long range fleet and the “Prowler” a 65’ sportfisher. Trips ranged from 24hrs to over 10 days, usually targeting tuna and other pelagic species. Typical night shifts at the helm ranged from 2 to 6 hours. Other duties included general maintenance and oil changes, spotting fish from tower, and general deck duties like tackle maintenance, gaffing fish, and processing fish.

1999-2003
1st Mate
Fox Fire Sport Fishing Charters, St. Augustine, FL
Mate aboard the “Fox Fire” a 43’ Torres, fishing full and half day trips mainly in the spring and summer. In charge of usual duties like rigging baits, cleaning and washing cockpit as well as captaining boat and performing oil changes and general maintenance.







Biography
I was born and raised fishing South Florida and the surrounding waters. I have extensive travel and fishing experience from N.E. Florida to the Keys, the Bahamas, Southern California, Baja Mexico, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica. I am experienced with most fishing techniques including trolling lures/baits, kite fishing, and bottom fishing. I have great boat handling skills both at the dock and in high seas conditions. I know how to navigate and fish with modern electronics. I am very handy around the boat including diesel mechanics, electrical systems, fiberglass work, and general trouble shooting. Above all I am professional and customer service orientated.




Letter of recommendation available upon request.