Overview

Scoop

Day-to-Day

• Maintain desired courses, using compasses or electronic navigational aids.
• Follow safety procedures to ensure the protection of passengers, cargo, and vessels.
• Direct safety operations in emergency situations.
• Operate engine throttles and steering mechanisms to guide boats on desired courses.
• Oversee operation of vessels used for carrying passengers, motor vehicles, or goods across rivers, harbors, lakes, and coastal waters.

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Motorboat Operator

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Bachelor's Degree

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