Description
Marine mechanics are in charge of the engines and mechanical parts of the vessel and replace defective equipment and parts. They communicate with other crew members on the operational level. Marine mechanics maintain and repair the engines and other machinery of vessels such as boilers, generators and electrical equipment.
EssentialOptional
Theoretical Knowledge
electrical systems used in transportationvessel fuelsinland waterway ship buildingfunctions of vessel deck equipmentengine componentseuropean classification of inland waterwaysnational waterwaysinternational waterwaysmechanics of vesselsmechanicselectronicsprinciples of cargo stowagemultimodal transport logisticselectric generatorselectrical machines
Practical Skills
evaluate engine performancedetect malfunctions in enginesensure vessel compliance with regulationsdistinguish ship construction methodsdistinguish various types of shipsmaintain vessel engine roomread standard blueprintsdisassemble enginesadhere to traffic regulations on inland waterwaysmanage vessel control systemsprepare main engines for navigation operationsapply regulations on cargo transport operationsprevent damage to electrical devices on boarduse technical documentationcommunicate reports provided by passengersclean parts of vesselsunmoor vesselswear appropriate protective gearensure integrity of hullrepair vessel mechanical systemsrepair enginesexecute safety assurance exercisesmoor vesselsoperate vessel engine roomapply vessel engine regulationsmaintain records of maintenance interventionsprepare equipment for navigation operationsrepair vessel electrical systemswork in a rail transport teammaintain vessel steering mechanismsinspect engine roomsdispose of hazardous wasteinstall electrical and electronic equipmentwork ergonomicallyimplement workplace drug policiesswimuse riverspeak to communicatemonitor pumping system operationsprovide feedback on job performancehave computer literacyrepair maritime communication equipmentperform services in a flexible mannercomply with checklistsact reliablymaintain hydraulic systemspurchase suppliesuse different communication channelsencourage teambuildingrepair heating equipment