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St. Louis County, Minnesota

Deputy Sheriff

Duluth, MN

$32.44 - $41.04/hr

Overtime Opportunities - Boat patrols on Lake Superior and inland lakes, snowmobile and ATV patrols. Training & Growth - State-of-the-art training facilities, including a dedicated defensive tactics ...

St. Louis County, MN

Deputy Sheriff

Duluth, MN · On-site

$32.44 - $41.04/hr

Overtime Opportunities - Boat patrols on Lake Superior and inland lakes, snowmobile and ATV patrols. * Training & Growth - State-of-the-art training facilities, including a dedicated defensive ...

Armor Marine

Welder Fabricator

Mount Vernon, WA · On-site

$21.25 - $27.25/hr

... Boat Builder, MIG TIG Welder. WORK IN PERSON Company Description Precision and Power in Every Weld. From armored patrol boats, commercial work boats and fishing boats to landing craft, jet boats, and ...

Armor Marine

Welder Fabricator

Port Townsend, WA · On-site

$22 - $28.25/hr

... Boat Builder, MIG TIG Welder. WORK IN PERSON Company Description Precision and Power in Every Weld. From armored patrol boats, commercial work boats and fishing boats to landing craft, jet boats, and ...

Armor Marine

Welder Fabricator

Sequim, WA · On-site

$21.50 - $27.75/hr

... Boat Builder, MIG TIG Welder. WORK IN PERSON Company Description Precision and Power in Every Weld. From armored patrol boats, commercial work boats and fishing boats to landing craft, jet boats, and ...

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How much do boat patrol jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for boat patrol in the United States is $20.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.19 and $21.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a boat patrol officer?

Boat patrol officers are law enforcement or security professionals responsible for patrolling waterways such as lakes, rivers, and coastal areas. Their duties include enforcing boating laws, ensuring public safety, conducting inspections, and responding to emergencies or accidents on the water. They may also assist with search and rescue operations and educate the public about safe boating practices. Boat patrol officers often work for agencies like local police departments, state wildlife agencies, or the U.S. Coast Guard.

What are some common challenges faced by boat patrol officers during their daily operations?

Boat patrol officers often work in varying weather and water conditions, which can present safety and navigation challenges. They must be prepared to respond quickly to emergencies, enforce regulations, and interact with the public in sometimes stressful situations. Collaboration with other agencies, such as coast guard, local law enforcement, and environmental organizations, is frequent and essential to ensure effective operations. Adaptability, strong communication skills, and situational awareness are key to overcoming these challenges.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a boat patrol officer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Boat Patrol Officer, you need strong knowledge of maritime laws, boating operations, and often a relevant law enforcement or maritime certification. Familiarity with navigation systems, marine radios, GPS devices, and emergency response equipment is typically required. Excellent situational awareness, problem-solving abilities, and effective interpersonal communication skills set top candidates apart. These skills and qualifications are crucial for ensuring public safety, enforcing regulations, and responding effectively to emergencies on the water.

What is the difference between Boat Patrol vs Marine Security Officer?

AspectBoat PatrolMarine Security Officer
CertificationsBoating safety, CPR, first aidSecurity clearance, first aid, CPR
Work EnvironmentMarinas, waterways, docksPorts, ships, maritime facilities
Employer & IndustryMaritime agencies, coast guardSecurity firms, port authorities
Primary FocusPatrolling waterways, enforcing boating lawsProtecting maritime assets, access control

Boat Patrol and Marine Security Officer roles both operate in maritime environments but focus on different responsibilities. Boat Patrols primarily monitor waterways and enforce boating laws, while Marine Security Officers focus on security and access control at ports and ships. Both require safety and security certifications, but their work settings and duties differ accordingly.

What are the available marine patrol jobs?

Marine patrol jobs, including boat patrol positions, are available in various regions and typically involve enforcing maritime laws, ensuring safety, and patrolling waterways. These roles often require certifications such as boating safety and sometimes law enforcement training, with schedules that may include shifts during weekends and holidays.
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Infographic showing various Boat Patrol job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 97% Full Time, and 3% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $42,548 per year, or $20.5 per hour.

Test Engineer - (Ships Safety/CASCON Watch)

General Dynamics Electric Boat

Groton, CT • On-site

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago

General Dynamics Electric Boat rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 164 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

67th of 544 rated manufacturers

Job description

Perform all the functions of a Ships Safety Watch(SSW), CASCON Operator and Dept. 272 Point of Contact (POC) IAW NAVSEA 0905-485-6010 Manual for the Control of Testing and Ship Conditions and all local Shipyard Standard Procedure’s (SSP), Multi-Department Direction’s (MDD), and Single Department Direction’s (SDD).

  1. As a SSW you will maintain a continuous patrol of the ship, topside and below decks, and the areas adjacent the ship. Maintain the Ship Safety Watch Logs, note and report all violations of prescribed procedures or other abnormalities pertaining to ship security, safety, and watertight integrity. Immediately report all other hazardous conditions (such as a change in draft, trim, or list). Particular attention shall be given to the following: smoke, fire, or abnormal temperatures, leaks in ship or temporary service systems, Door, hatch, and passageway clearance, including quick disconnects on cables, hoses, or lines, fire extinguishers properly located, with up-to-date weight inspection record, air bubbles below waterline and safety draft marks, trim, and list. In the event of a fire or flooding, they will be expected to report the casualty. After reporting the emergency condition, they shall, IAW procedures take action to control or limit the spread of fire and/or flooding.
  2. As a CASCON operator you will be required to operate the Shipyard CASCON system which will consist of sounding alarms, making public address announcements for causalities and specific announcements per written procedures. Communicate with EB’s emergency response organizations, Ships Management and Ships Force on a regular basis.
  3. As a Department 272 POC you will be required to be available in the shipyard to respond to problems that are related to Ship Safety when a Ships Safety Officer is not available. They will be required to patrol the shipyard and during those patrols, review SSW and Roving Security Patrol watches logs for unusual occurrences.

Required:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 2 - 12 years of experience in work and/or testing involving submarine ship systems or shall hold a Navy qualification in submarines as a minimum per requirements.
  • Shall be knowledgeable of the characteristics, arrangement of compartments, tanks and accesses, and shipyard regulations, instructions, and orders pertaining to the security, safety, and watertight integrity of the ship to which assigned.
  • Knowledgeable in ship yard tagout procedures IAW SSP 7.39
  • A working knowledge of Watertight Integrity Permits (WIP), High Risk Evolutions, Safety Plan of the Day (SPOD) and Drills and the associated SSP’s and DI’s. 

Preferred:

  • Qualified in Submarines

  • Be able to complete Electric Boat 6010 School
  • Be able to complete qualifications as a Ship Safety Watch and CASCON operator per department qualification card

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