Ship and Boat Captains
Command vessels in oceans, bays, lakes, rivers, or coastal waters.
Education & Training
Percentage of workers at each education and training level
Training Provided After Hiring
How long it typically takes to learn on the job
How AI Impacts Each Task
24 tasks analyzed
Steer and operate vessels, using radios, depth finders, radars, lights, buoys, or lighthouses.
Dock or undock vessels, sometimes maneuvering through narrow spaces, such as locks.
Adjust navigation according to weather conditions.
Inspect vessels to ensure efficient and safe operation of vessels and equipment and conformance to regulations.
Read gauges to verify sufficient levels of hydraulic fluid, air pressure, or oxygen.
| Task | AI Capability | Risk | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steer and operate vessels, using radios, depth finders, radars, lights, buoys, or lighthouses. | - | - | - |
| Dock or undock vessels, sometimes maneuvering through narrow spaces, such as locks. | - | - | - |
| Adjust navigation according to weather conditions. | - | - | - |
| Inspect vessels to ensure efficient and safe operation of vessels and equipment and conformance to regulations. | - | - | - |
| Read gauges to verify sufficient levels of hydraulic fluid, air pressure, or oxygen. | - | - | - |
Essential Soft Skills
Traits that are hard for AI to replicate
Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$85,540
per year
Mean Wage
$97,660
per year
Employment
35K
workers
Wage Range
$46,260 - $164,230
10th - 90th pct
Wage Distribution
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