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How much do entry level merchant mariner credential jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level merchant mariner credential in the United States is $18.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $19.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Can you become an entry level merchant mariner credential with no experience?

Yes, obtaining an entry-level merchant mariner credential typically does not require prior maritime experience. Applicants must meet age, health, and background check requirements, complete approved safety training, and pass a written exam. Basic skills such as navigation, safety procedures, and communication are covered during training programs.

What are entry level merchant mariner credential jobs?

Entry level merchant mariner credential jobs typically include positions such as deckhand, steward, or engine room assistant on commercial vessels. These roles often require obtaining a Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC), which involves training, background checks, and safety certifications, and they involve working in maritime environments with varying schedules. These jobs serve as starting points for careers in the maritime industry and may require basic seamanship skills and compliance with Coast Guard regulations.

What is the difference between Entry Level Merchant Mariner Credential vs Merchant Mariner Credential?

AspectEntry Level Merchant Mariner CredentialMerchant Mariner Credential
Required CertificationsBasic STCW certifications, medical exam, background checkAdvanced STCW certifications, additional training, experience requirements
Work EnvironmentEntry-level maritime roles on commercial vessels, ships, or cargo operationsSkilled positions with more responsibilities, often on larger vessels
Employer & Industry UsageEntry-level positions in shipping, freight, and maritime industriesQualified mariners with experience, supervisory roles

The Entry Level Merchant Mariner Credential is designed for individuals starting their maritime careers, requiring basic certifications and limited experience. The Merchant Mariner Credential is for experienced mariners with advanced certifications and greater responsibilities. Both credentials are essential in the maritime industry but serve different career stages and roles.

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Senior Merchant Mariner Course Evaluator (Engine)

United States Coast Guard - ABILITY Job Fair

Baltimore, MD

$106K/yr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

New

Job description

This vacancy is for a GS - 2101 - 13, Senior Merchant Mariner Course Evaluator (Engine) located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, NMC MARINER COURSE APPROVALS BRANCH in Location Negotiable After Selection, United States.
Qualifications:Basic Requirements: This position has a positive Education Requirement in addition to at least one year of Specialized Experience or substitution of education for experience or combination (if applicable) in order to be found minimally qualified. Transcripts must be submitted with your application package. You MUST meet the following requirements:
EDUCATION:

Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- accounting, business administration, business or commercial law, commerce, economics, engineering, finance, industrial management, statistics, traffic management, transportation, motor mechanics, or other fields related to the position.

or

Experience

Specialized Experience ( Experience that demonstrated a knowledge of the transportation function(s) of the position to be filled.

AND

To qualify at the GS-13 grade level, your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 grade level in the federal sector. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. Examples of specialized experience include performing the following types of tasks on a regular basis.

  • Demonstrating afloat experience by providing knowledge of the specific roles and responsibilities of vessel personnel, shipboard operations, and marine engineering systems
  • Having the ability to draft professional correspondence and prepare technical materials tailored to the maritime industry
  • Having the ability to interpret and apply international and U.S. laws, regulations, and policies.
NOTE: All experience statements (i.e., duties, specialized experience, or related applicable assessment) copied from this announcement and pasted into your resume will not be considered as a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.
NOTE: Education can not be substituted for experience at this grade level.

This position has a Selective Placement Factor. Applicants must meet this requirement by the closing date of this announcement to be considered eligible for this position. Failure to meet this factor will result in an automatic rating of ineligible.

To qualify, you must meet at least one of the following requirements:

  • U.S. Merchant Mariner Pathway: Hold (or have held) a valid U.S. Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) in the grade of First Assistant Engineer (Unlimited) or higher.

  • Military Pathway: Possess equivalent military experience as an Assistant Engineer Officer or Chief Engineer (or higher) AND as a qualified Engineer of the Watch (EOW) on vessels of greater than 4,000 HP.

  • Subject Matter Expert Pathway: Have been employed for two (2) or more years as a civilian Subject Matter Engineer Expert in the Mariner Training and Assessment Division at the National Maritime Center (NMC).


National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.Education:This position does have a positive education requirement. If you are including education on your resume, report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. See Required Documents section for detail.
Are you qualifying based on education? Submit a copy of your college transcript (unofficial is acceptable) from an accredited institution. Once selected & prior to appointment, applicants must provide an official college transcript. Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet Federal qualification requirements if you can show that your foreign education is comparable to education received in accredited educational institutions in the U.S. (see FOREIGN EDUCATION below).
College Transcript: If this position requires specific educational course work to qualify, or you are qualifying based in whole or part on education, you are required to provide all unofficial transcripts (undergraduate, graduate, etc.) by the closing date of this announcement or you will be disqualified from further consideration. Transcripts should be legible and detailed, showing course number and department (i.e., bio 101, math 210, etc.), course title, number of credit hours, and grade earned. If course content cannot be easily identified from the title of the course as listed on your transcript, you must submit an official course description from the college/university that reflects the content at the time the course was taken.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet Federal qualification requirements if you can show that your foreign education is comparable to education received in accredited educational institutions in the United States. To receive this credit, you must submit evidence of equivalency as provided by a credentialling evaluation service. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence with your application. See Recognition of Foreign Qualifications click here
Only experience and education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.

Student Loan: Selectee(s) for this position who are newly appointed to a permanent or term position may be eligible for student loan repayment up to $10,000 (pre-tax) for one calendar year. More than one loan may be repaid if the combined repayments do not exceed $10,000. Receipt of this incentive will require a three-year service agreement.

Employment Type: OTHER

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