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Deck Lieutenant

Oversee deck crew activities and ensure adherence to safety regulations for efficient maritime operations during mooring and cargo handling.

45 000 – 120 000 USD ($)
Average salary / year
Associate degree or equivalent experience
Education level
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Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
2-4 years
Market tension
Moderate
Intl. mobility
Rare
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
2-4 years
Market tension
Moderate
Intl. mobility
Rare
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Compensation

GROSS ANNUAL SALARY

Junior
0–2 years of experience
45 000 – 60 000 USD/ year
Mid-level
3–5 years of experience
60 000 – 85 000 USD/ year
Senior
5+ years of experience
85 000 – 120 000 USD/ year

Indicative amounts: they vary by region, employer, skills and experience.

Entering the profession — United States

Entry is generally through maritime academies or promotion from deck crew with required certifications.

Training — United States

Training typically involves maritime academy education combined with sea time and certification courses.

The job market — United States

The job market is stable with demand linked to global shipping and offshore industries.

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How to become a Deck Lieutenant?

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Marine Transportation
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Marine Transportation
Divers Institute of TechnologySeattle
Certificate

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