Act as a liaison between a ship's captainand shore personnel to ensure that schedules and budgets are maintained and that the ship is operated safely and efficiently.
Maintain electrical power, heating, ventilation, refrigeration, water, or sewerage systems.
Monitor engine, machinery, or equipment indicators when vessels are underway, and report abnormalities to appropriate shipboard staff.
Perform general marine vessel maintenance or repair work, such as repairing leaks, finishing interiors, refueling, or maintaining decks.
Start engines to propel ships, and regulate engines and power transmissions to control speeds of ships, according to directions from captains or bridge computers.
Supervise marine engine technicians engaged in the maintenance or repair of mechanical or electrical marine vessels, and inspect their work to ensure that it is performed properly.
Install parts, assemblies, or attachments in transportation or material handling equipment.