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Job Description


	Command vessels in oceans, bays, lakes, rivers, or coastal waters.

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Job Requirements


	Experience: Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.

	Education: Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree. Some may require a bachelor's degree.

	Training: Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers.

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Significant Points


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Water Transportation Occupations

Some merchant mariners spend extended periods at sea; others operate boats close to port and go home at night. Entry, training, and educational requirements for many water transportation occupations are established and regulated by the U.S. Coast Guard. Excellent job opportunities are expected, especially for marine officers.
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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels
Support Activities for Water Transportation	7,490
Inland Water Transportation	7,150
Deep Sea, Coastal, and Great Lakes Water Transportation	5,500
Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Water	2,610
Federal Executive Branch (OES Designation)	1,260
Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing	1,130
Support Activities for Mining	730
State Government (excluding schools and hospitals)	510
Other Amusement and Recreation Industries	390
Local Government (excluding schools and hospitals)	360

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Salaries

U.S. National Averages.

Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels
Average Annual Salary	$71,760
Average Hourly Wage	$34.50
Total Employment	30,220