| Job Title |
Master, Passenger Barge |
| Job Description |
Commands Barge To Transport Passengers On Inland Waterways,
Such As Estuaries, Lakes, Bays, Sounds, And Rivers: Sets Course
Of Barge, Using Navigational Aids, Such As Charts, Area Plotting
Sheets, Compass, And Sextant. Steers Or Orders Crew Worker At
Helm To Steer Barge And Navigates Barge To Avoid Reefs, Outlying
Shoals, And Other Hazards To Shipping, Utilizing Aids, Such As
Lights, Lighthouses, And Buoys. Determines Geographical Position
Of Barge, Using Loran And Azimuths Of Celestial Bodies. Inspects
Barge To Ensure That Passengers And Crew Observe Regulations
Pertaining To Safe And Efficient Operation Of Barge.
Relinquishes Command Of Barge To Pilot, Ship (water Trans.) To
Guide Barge Through Hazardous Waters. Maintains Barge's Log.
Must Be Licensed By U.s. Coast Guard For Steam Or Motor Barge
According To Waters Navigated And Tonnage Of Barge.
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