Job Responsibilities
Maintain and repair as required all of the automated euipmentthat
is a part of the computerized shipboard propulsion and cargo
equipment. This is to include the computerized main engines wiht
all the sensor that provide the neccessary information for the
porper operation of the main diesl propulsion engines.
Additionally you are responsible for the maintainance of the
ship's radar equipment including the "Collision Avoidance Radar".
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Job Requirements
There is no single preparatory course for this position.
Generally, you start at the entrance level (wiper) then after
obtaining additional training (union schools, community college
electrical courses) you advance to 2nd Electrician. After an
apopropriate period of time and experience you are advancewd to
Chief Electrician, from here you can obtain additional
electronics training from factory schools, union schools or
community college electronics courses.
If dessired can lead to an engineering position as 3rd, 2nd 1st.
and Chief Engineer.
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Uppers
Travel to different parts of the world, Belong to an unique orginization, pride
in your work.
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Downers
Away from family for long periods of time. Very stressful on a marriage.
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Lifestyle
Do not expect to get rich overnight, but if you like travel and the adventure
associated with the sea, good luck.
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Compensation
As a non licensed person you can earn in excess of $70 - $80 K per year. As a
licensed engineer up to $200,000+ as a Chief Engineer.
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Advice to Jobseekers
Do not expect to get rich overnight, but if you like travel and the adventure
associated with the sea, good luck.
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