Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels

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Navigable watercraft such as ships, tugboats, and ferries are under your command or supervision. A valid U.S. Coast Guard license is required.

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Command or supervise operations of ships and water vessels, such as tugboats and ferryboats. Required to hold license issued by U.S. Coast Guard.

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Controlling Machines and Processes

Getting Information

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material

Making Decisions and Solving Problems

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings

Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge

Administration and Management

Education and Training

English Language

Geography

Law and Government

Mechanical

Public Safety and Security

Transportation

Active Listening

Coordination

Critical Thinking

Judgment and Decision Making

Monitoring

Operation Monitoring

Operation and Control

Speaking