Occupation information for Ship Engineers Washington

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Typical education needed for entry: Postsecondary certificate

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: Less than 5 years work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: No on-the-job training

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• Start engines to propel ships, and regulate engines and power transmissions to control speeds of ships, according to directions from captains or bridge computers.
• Maintain or repair engines, electric motors, pumps, winches, or other mechanical or electrical equipment, or assist other crew members with maintenance or repair duties.
• Perform or participate in emergency drills, as required.
• Monitor engine, machinery, or equipment indicators when vessels are underway, and report abnormalities to appropriate shipboard staff.
• Maintain complete records of engineering department activities, including machine operations.
• Perform general marine vessel maintenance or repair work, such as repairing leaks, finishing interiors, refueling, or maintaining decks.
• Maintain electrical power, heating, ventilation, refrigeration, water, or sewerage systems.
• Monitor and test operations of engines or other equipment so that malfunctions and their causes can be identified.
• Monitor the availability, use, or condition of lifesaving equipment or pollution preventatives to ensure that international regulations are followed.
• Install engine controls, propeller shafts, or propellers.

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• Screwdrivers
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• Word processing software

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