How do they match: Sailors and Marine Oilers

  • Mate
  • Deck Mate

  • 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.

  • Load or unload materials, vehicles, or passengers from vessels.

  • Inspect material-moving equipment to detect problems.
  • Load shipments, belongings, or materials.
  • Maintain material moving equipment in good working condition.
  • Set up material handling gear or equipment, such as rigging, packaging, or temporary structures.