-
Compatibility
not enough datawhy?
- x Create a Plan
- x Find Training
- x Find Job Openings
About the Job
Command or supervise operations of ships and water vessels, such as tugboats and ferryboats. Required to hold license issued by U.S. Coast Guard.
It is also Called
- Barge Captain
- Barge Master
- Boat Pilot
- Car Ferry Captain
- Car Ferry Master
- Coastal Tug Mate
- Deck Officer
- Docking Pilot
- Ferry Boat Captain
- Ferry Captain
Additional Resources
- California Occupational Guide - A detailed guide to this occupation provided by the California Employment Development Department (EDD)
Wages
In 2012, the average annual wage in California was $85,630.00 with most people making between $24,980.00 and $171,240.00
Outlook
2.27%
avg. annual growth
During 2010, this occupation employed approximately 2,200 people in California. It is projected that there will be 2,700 employed in 2020.
This occupation will have about 50 openings due to growth and about 80 replacement openings for approximately 130 total annual openings.
