Career Progression
1
Deck Cadet
Level 1 Position
Entry level
2
Third Officer
Level 2 Position
1-2 years as Deck Cadet
3
Second Officer
Level 3 Position
2-3 years as Third Officer
4
Chief Officer
Level 4 Position
3-5 years as Second Officer
5
Tug Master
Level 4 Position
5+ years on tugboats with 2+ as mate
6
Docking Pilot
Current Position
Complete requirements to advance to next level
7
Towing Master
Level 4 Position
7+ years in towing operations
8
Captain / Master
Level 5 Position
5+ years as Chief Officer
9
Harbor Pilot
Level 5 Position
10+ years with extensive local knowledge