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Supervise crew members who operate and maintain engines and other machinery on ships.

Ship Engineers supervise crew members who operate and maintain machinery on ships, such as engines, boilers, and electrical equipment.

Wages	$51.19 per hour on average
Outlook	Statewide data not available
Education & Training	Vocational training is needed for entry.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)
On the Job	Work Activities Maintain watercraft engines or machinery. Control pumps or pumping equipment. Monitor engine operation or functioning. Communicate with others to coordinate vehicle movement. Report vehicle or equipment malfunctions. Install parts, assemblies, or attachments in transportation or material handling equipment. Operate ships or other watercraft. Clean facilities or work areas. Clean machinery or equipment. Record operational details of travel.
Career Pathways	Transportation Operations
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