General
Why did you leave your most recent position? 

Still currently employed, but looking for a new challenge where my knowledge and skills can be applied.

What kind of hobbies do you have, or what do you like to do in your free time?  

Having a mechanical backround, I enjoy doing restorations. I have restored a variety of things including: a 1952 Ford 8N farmtractor, an old coca cola vending machine, 1968 Chevelle, old Chevy trucks. 

Is the yachting industry a career for you, or more of a sabbatical?  

Definitely  a  sabbatical career.

Describe what type of situation on board you feel you would fit in best? 

Any type really, I am easy going and get along with just about everyone.
Second Engineer
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Engineer
How often do you you feel you should have to help out serving meals or tending bar? 

As often as needed, we are in the hospitality business...

How would you handle a situation where you feel the boat is not 'ready' to leave the dock, but the departure date cannot be changed? 

"Ready"  can be interpreted many different ways . Safety would be my first consideration, if the boat was not safe it obviously could not leave the dock.  However, I would do everything possible to make sure we departed on time. Being resourceful and creative can keep things running smoothly. A good preventative maintenance program, good communication and planning can keep our boat on the ready.

How important is it to you to remain clean and presentable when there are guests on board? 

In my opinion it is important to be clean and presentable at all times.

Between the Mate and the Engineer, who do you feel should be 2nd in command? 

The Mate.  

How important is having an unlimited budget vital to the smooth operation of a luxury yacht? 

An unlimited budget would be nice but is not unrealistic. Money cannot fix everything. Planning down time and performing preventative maintenance tasks routinely can keep things operating smoothly and under budget.