Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels
- Transportation, Distribution and Logistics
Median Yearly Income
$86,996
Most Common Education Level
High school diploma or less
Projected Job Growth
+4.98%
What do Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels do?
Command or supervise operations of ships and water vessels, such as tugboats and ferryboats. Required to hold license issued by U.S. Coast Guard.
Career Interests Areas
- Realistic
- Conventional
- Enterprising
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Data on career profiles are based on information supplied by the O*NET Program, sponsored by U.S. Department of Labor, Employment, and Training Administration.