Harbor Pilot: Docking & Navigation Expert

Course Advisor; United States; On-site; USD 35,410 - 144,690; Full time

Job summary

Course Advisor is seeking a Ship Pilot to command ships into and out of ports. The role requires U.S. Coast Guard licensing and a deep understanding of navigation and harbor rules. Key responsibilities include advising ships' masters and maintaining ship logs. The average yearly salary for Ship Pilots ranges from $35,410 to $144,690, with significant demand and job growth anticipated across various states. Candidates must demonstrate strong operational skills and critical thinking abilities.

Qualifications

• Licensed by U.S. Coast Guard with limitations on the class and tonnage of vessels.
• Must have experience in steering and navigating vessels.
• Familiarity with navigation aids like lighthouses.

Responsibilities

• Command ships to steer them in and out of harbors.
• Advise ships’ masters on harbor rules.
• Relieve crew members and serve as the docking master.

Skills

Operation and Control

Operation Monitoring

Critical Thinking

Active Listening

Speaking

Monitoring

Tools

Log book software

Jeppesen Marine Nobeltec Admiral

Maptech The CAPN

Job description

Course Advisor is seeking a Ship Pilot to command ships into and out of ports. The role requires U.S. Coast Guard licensing and a deep understanding of navigation and harbor rules. Key responsibilities include advising ships' masters and maintaining ship logs. The average yearly salary for Ship Pilots ranges from $35,410 to $144,690, with significant demand and job growth anticipated across various states. Candidates must demonstrate strong operational skills and critical thinking abilities.