EXAMPLE SCENARIO

Supervise and coordinate activities of crew engaged in operating and maintaining engines, boilers, deck machinery, and electrical, sanitary, and refrigeration equipment aboard ship

TYPICAL TASKS ^SRC

• 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

EXAMPLE JOB TITLES ^SRC

Assistant Engineer, Barge Engineer, Chief Engineer, Engineer, Ferry Engineer