8 Jobs that You Can Have with Your FCC Global Maritime Distress Safety System License (FCC GMDSS)

FCC Global Maritime Distress and Safety System

Having an FCC GMDSS license can get you excellent work. Since we at Aircraft Maintainer know that research can be difficult, we wanted to help out!  Here are some jobs and their details, so you know what excellent opportunities await you after you are certified.

Marine Service Technician

Marine Service Technicians are the ones responsible for keeping boats afloat on the water. These technicians inspect, maintain, and repair all types of boats. To do their jobs, they must be familiar with all aspects of boats, including boat engines, hulls, propellers, rigging, masts, sails, and navigation equipment.
To keep the boat in working order, these technicians frequently work with mechanical systems. They fix damaged parts, perform regular maintenance, and use diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot problems. A Marine Service Technician may also be expected to make adjustments to electrical and plumbing systems as needed. They additionally may also be expected to install new systems and suggest modifications.

A salary anywhere from $39k-$59k, is what you can expect to earn as a Marine Service Technician (variances should be expected depending on which state hired/company/extra credentials/experience).

Transit Radio and Communication Systems Specialist

These Systems Specialists oversee and manage transit system operations using the Advanced Communications System; manage transit communications, radio calls and messaging systems; they are responsible for initiating corrective action to maintain transit schedules and verifying vehicle and system status.
Transit Radio and Communication Systems Specialists also prepare work assignments for Coach Operators and assign appropriate coaches; administer the Coach Operators reporting process and insure personnel are scheduled in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement; they review and audit daily information for payroll; advise and assists Coach Operators with transfer connections, traffic and route detours; they verify Coach Operator preparedness; processes Coach Operator Personal Leave Requests. They also may be asked to maintain bulletin board(s); compile data for reports; answers phones; and serve as primary contact for the Coach Operators of their company.

A salary anywhere from $54k-$78k, is what you can expect to earn as a Transit Radio and Communication Systems Specialist (variances should be expected depending on which state hired/company/extra credentials/experience).

Motorola 2-Way Radio Service Technician

As a Motorola 2-Way Radio Service Technician, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining,
troubleshooting and repairing Two-Way Radio infrastructure, BDA/DAS system antennas, splitters, and components, and other wireless communication systems on site.

They will also be responsible for installation, preventative maintenance, testing, repairing of legacy LTR Trunking equipment. These technicians also perform system design, troubleshoot, program, install and commission wireless systems for a variety of customers. Wireless communications systems include: All MOTOTRBO protocols and 3rd party applications.

A salary anywhere from $39k-59$k, is what you can expect to earn as a Motorola 2-Way Radio Service Technician (variances should be expected depending on which state hired/company/extra credentials/experience).

Marine Electrician

A Marine electrician installs and takes care of electrical equipment and systems on board ships and boats. They handle emergency repairs on ships in port, in dry dock, and out at sea. Typically, a marine electrician is able to install wiring, batteries, engines, and electrical equipment like navigation and radio supplies. Work may involve installing components for new electrical systems, or upgrading older systems by replacing parts or wire. When installing a new electrical system, the marine electrician often handles gauges, outlets, light fixtures, and of course the wires that link everything together. Marine electricians are also responsible for repairs and maintenance, testing equipment regularly with voltmeters and ohmmeters to make sure everything is functioning properly. In the event of problems with the electrical system, the marine electrician can run diagnostics and perform repairs. It may also be necessary to replace aging equipment, like outdated navigation systems. An important part of the job is paying attention to maintenance schedules and keeping careful records of work that has been done.

A salary anywhere from $45k-$100k, is what you can expect to earn as a Marine electrician, although the average is $70k (variances should be expected depending on which state hired/company/extra credentials/experience).

Navigation Officer

Navigation Officers maintain watches on the bridge at sea and about the ship in port. They are responsible for passage planning, safe navigation of the vessel, cargo loading and discharge, ship stability, communications and maintenance of the hull and deck equipment. The Navigation Offer is also expected to maintain requisite paperwork and overall administration of the vessel.

A salary anywhere from $45k-$100k, is what you can expect to earn as a Navigation Officer (variances should be expected depending on which state hired/company/extra credentials/experience).

Marine Service Engineer

A Marine Service Engineer designs, builds, tests and repairs ships, boats, underwater craft, offshore platforms, and drilling equipment. They often work closely with naval architects to design everything from small yachts and fishing boats to submarines and aircraft carriers.

A salary anywhere from $62k-$110k, is what you can expect to earn as a Marine Service Engineer, although the average is $95k (variances should be expected depending on which state hired/company/extra credentials/experience).

Radio Operator

As a radio operator, your main responsibility will be to transmit and receive communications while using radiotelegraph equipment. You must also be able to operate and maintain communications equipment and electronic testing equipment. You’ll most likely be hired either by government agencies or by radio stations or broadcast news outlets. Other duties include monitoring emergency frequencies to detect distress calls and respond by dispatching emergency equipment, sending, receiving, and interpreting coded messages, communicating with receiving operators to exchange transmission instructions, Repairing radio equipment as necessary, using electronic testing equipment, hand tools, and power tools, and broadcasting weather reports and warnings.

You may be able to work a traditional 40-hour work schedule as a radio operator, or you may have to work nights and weekends to address technical issues during odd-hour radio broadcasts. 

A salary anywhere from $30k-$74k, is what you can expect to earn as a Radio Operator  (variances should be expected depending on which state hired/company/extra credentials/experience).

Marine Field Service Technician

As a Marine Field Service Technician, your main responsibility will be to install, troubleshoot, repair, and test marine products, normally aboard customers’ vessels but could include shop and work on land. You will also oversee and supervise the shipboard installation of all products and then stay with those products during their sea trial and make adjustments to ensure they are working properly.

You will need to be prepared for the majority of time to be a shipboard working environment. Occasionally your job will require you to take a helicopter or Launch vessel to ships at anchorage. You will likely be working on radar masts 50-60 feet above deck or on hull fitted equipment 100 feet below the main deck. Work can also vary between shipyards and around new construction on ships. Your work will be exposed to weather at times.

A salary anywhere from $54k-$90k, is what you can expect to earn as a Marine Field Service Technician  (variances should be expected depending on which state hired/company/extra credentials/experience).

 

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