How do they match: Sailors and Marine Oilers

  • 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.

  • Maintain a ship's engines under the direction of the ship's engineering officers.
  • Maintain government-issued certifications, as required.
  • Operate, maintain, or repair ship equipment, such as winches, cranes, derricks, or weapons system.

  • Maintain material moving equipment in good working condition.
  • Maintain professional knowledge or certifications.
  • Maintain watercraft engines or machinery.