Summary Deckhand in the Vancouver Island and Coast Region
Find key facts and figures about working as a deckhand. The following information is applicable to all Water transport deck and engine room crew (NOC 74201).
Description
Water transport deck and engine room crew stand watch, operate and maintain deck equipment, perform other deck and bridge duties and assist ship engineer officers to operate, maintain and repair engines, machinery and auxiliary equipment aboard ships or self-propelled vessels. They are employed by marine transportation companies and federal government departments.
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Requirements
High school or specific training
This occupation usually requires a secondary school diploma or several weeks of on-the-job training.
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Wages
$28.58/hour
Median wage in the Vancouver Island and Coast Region
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Prospects
Very limited
The job prospects are good in the Vancouver Island and Coast Region
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Jobs
0 jobs
advertised in British Columbia
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Competencies
- Quality Control Testing
- Operation Monitoring of Machinery and Equipment
- Preventative Maintenance
- Operation and Control
- Repairing
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