How do they match: Sailors and Marine Oilers

  • Buoy Tender
  • Float Tender
  • Marine Water Tender
  • Water Tender

  • Stand watch to look for obstructions in path of vessel, measure water depth, turn wheel on bridge, or use emergency equipment as directed by captain, mate, or pilot. Break out, rig, overhaul, and store cargo-handling gear, stationary rigging, and running gear. Perform a variety of maintenance tasks to preserve the painted surface of the ship and to maintain line and ship equipment. Must hold government-issued certification and tankerman certification when working aboard liquid-carrying vessels. Includes able seamen and ordinary seamen.

  • Operate, maintain, or repair ship equipment, such as winches, cranes, derricks, or weapons system.
  • Attach hoses and operate pumps to transfer substances to and from liquid cargo tanks.
  • Clean and polish wood trim, brass, or other metal parts.
  • Lubricate machinery, equipment, or engine parts, such as gears, shafts, or bearings.
  • Sweep, mop, and wash down decks to remove oil, dirt, and debris, using brooms, mops, brushes, and hoses.

  • Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment.
  • Operate ships or other watercraft.
  • Clean vessels or marine equipment.
  • Connect hoses to equipment or machinery.
  • Control pumps or pumping equipment.
  • Inspect equipment to ensure proper functioning.
  • Inspect material-moving equipment to detect problems.
  • Maintain material moving equipment in good working condition.
  • Monitor equipment gauges or displays to ensure proper operation.
  • Paint surfaces or equipment.
  • Record operational or production data.
  • Record operational details of travel.
  • Set up material handling gear or equipment, such as rigging, packaging, or temporary structures.