What is a boat pilot and how to become one

Key steps to become a boat pilot

1. Explore boat pilot education requirements

   Most common boat pilot degrees

   High School Diploma

   31.8 %

   Bachelor's

   22.7 %

   Master's

   18.2 %

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2. Start to develop specific boat pilot skills

   Skills	Percentages
   CPR	47.28%
   Coast Guard	28.22%
   Boats	11.54%
   General Maintenance	6.82%
   Deck Hand	6.14%

3. Complete relevant boat pilot training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 2-4 years on post-employment, on-the-job training. New boat pilots learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a boat pilot based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real boat pilot resumes.

4. Research boat pilot duties and responsibilities

   • Serve as a professional pilot managing a flight crew and ensuring safe transportation of VIP's internationally.
   • React with expedite mission management and delegate to the aircrews for efficient no-notice helicopter launches.
   • Monitor operations to consistently meet BP requirements.

5. Apply for boat pilot jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a boat pilot job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams