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O*NET-SOC 53-5022.00

Motorboat Operators

Operate small motor-driven boats. May assist in navigational activities.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3
  1. Operate engine throttles and steering mechanisms to guide boats on desired courses.Core14537
  2. Direct safety operations in emergency situations.Core14538
  3. Secure boats to docks with mooring lines, and cast off lines to enable departure.Core14540
  4. Maintain desired courses, using compasses or electronic navigational aids.Core14535
  5. Organize and direct the activities of crew members.Core14545
  6. Follow safety procedures to ensure the protection of passengers, cargo, and vessels.Core14536
  7. Maintain equipment such as range markers, fire extinguishers, boat fenders, lines, pumps, and fittings.Core14541
  8. Report any observed navigational hazards to authorities.Core14542
  9. Oversee operation of vessels used for carrying passengers, motor vehicles, or goods across rivers, harbors, lakes, and coastal waters.Core14548
  10. Service motors by performing tasks such as changing oil and lubricating parts.Core14543
  11. Arrange repairs, fuel, and supplies for vessels.Core14544
  12. Issue directions for loading, unloading, and seating in boats.Core14539
  13. Tow, push, or guide other boats, barges, logs, or rafts.Supplemental14546
  14. Clean boats and repair hulls and superstructures, using hand tools, paint, and brushes.Core14547
  15. Take depth soundings in turning basins.Supplemental14549
  16. Perform general labor duties such as repairing booms.Supplemental14550

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 8 examples in 5 categories, 0 Hot Technology

Free · O*NET 30.3

Expert system software

  • Autopilot software
  • Roam Devices Roam Marine Monitor Hub

Map creation software

  • Cartography software

Analytical or scientific software

  • Echo sounder software
  • Radar software

Mobile location based services software

  • Global positioning system GPS software
  • SEA.AI Offshore ONE

Internet browser software

  • Web browser software

Detailed Work Activities

From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it

Free · O*NET 30.3

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information

  • Measure the level or depth of water or other liquids.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Scheduling Work and Activities

  • Arrange maintenance activities.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Performing General Physical Activities

  • Clean vessels or marine equipment.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Handling and Moving Objects

  • Secure watercraft to docks, wharves or other vessels.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment

  • Operate ships or other watercraft.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Navigate water vessels.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Follow safety procedures for vehicle operation.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment

  • Maintain watercraft engines or machinery.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment

  • Maintain work equipment or machinery.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

  • Notify others of emergencies, problems, or hazards.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

  • Direct passenger or freight transport activities.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Direct material handling or moving activities.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Direct emergency management activities.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed

Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source

WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

Pilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.

DWAs covered by an AI skill0 of 13
Distinct tools0
Level mix
  • No tools yet

Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

No NICE work role maps to this job.