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Bowhead

QMED/Wiper

Panama City, FL · On-site

$225.98/day

Overview QMED/Wiper (TYAFB-2026-25973): Bowhead Marine Support Services seeks an entry level QMED/Wiper for shipboard positions at Tyndall Air Force Base, Tyndall, FL. Responsibilities The QMED/Wiper ...

Bowhead

QMED/Wiper

Panama City, FL · On-site

$225.98/hr

Overview QMED/Wiper (TYAFB-2026-25973): Bowhead Marine Support Services seeks an entry level QMED/Wiper for shipboard positions at Tyndall Air Force Base, Tyndall, FL. Responsibilities The QMED/Wiper ...

El Nuevo Juana Cafe Inc

Busser

Miramar, FL · On-site

$12 - $25/hr

In this role, you will remove dirty dishes and wipe down surfaces, replace tablecloths, set tables, and provide patrons with water and coffee. Your goal is to ensure an exceptional dining experience ...

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As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for wiper in Florida is $19.66, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.40 and $21.73 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a wiper?

Wipers are entry-level crew members in the engine department of a ship. Their main responsibilities include cleaning and maintaining the engine room and machinery, assisting engineers with routine tasks, and ensuring that equipment is in good working order. Wipers often help with basic repairs and are expected to keep the engine spaces tidy and safe. This position is typically the first step for those pursuing a career in marine engineering or as a ship’s engineer. With experience and further training, wipers can advance to more specialized roles within the engine department.

What does a wiper do?

As a Wiper, you will be responsible for assisting with the general maintenance and cleanliness of the engine room and machinery spaces on a ship. Your daily tasks may include cleaning oil spills, wiping down equipment, helping with minor repairs, and supporting the engineers in monitoring machinery. The role is physically demanding and requires attention to safety procedures, as well as effective communication with the engineering team. Over time, performing these duties diligently can help you gain experience and qualify for advancement to higher positions within the engine department.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a wiper?

To thrive as a Wiper, you need basic mechanical aptitude, physical stamina, and a high school diploma or equivalent; some maritime experience or training is often preferred. Familiarity with cleaning equipment, hand tools, and adherence to safety and environmental regulations is important, and completion of STCW Basic Safety Training may be required. Attention to detail, reliability, and effective communication help Wipers work efficiently within the engine room team. These skills and qualifications are crucial for ensuring the cleanliness, safety, and smooth operation of the vessel's engine department.

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AspectWiperCar Detailer
Primary RoleCleaning vehicle exteriors, including windows and surfacesComprehensive vehicle cleaning, including interior and exterior
Skills & CertificationsBasic cleaning skills, possibly some certification in vehicle cleaningAdvanced cleaning skills, detailing certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentCar wash facilities, auto service centersDetailing shops, auto dealerships, mobile services
Industry UsageCommonly used in auto service and car wash industriesUsed in auto detailing, luxury car services, and dealerships

While both Wipers and Car Detailers focus on vehicle cleanliness, Wipers primarily handle exterior cleaning tasks like washing windows and surfaces. Car Detailers offer a more comprehensive service, including interior cleaning and polishing. The roles often overlap in auto service settings, but Car Detailers typically require more specialized skills and certifications for detailed work.

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QMED/Wiper

Bowhead

Panama City, FL • On-site

$225.98/day

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Overview

QMED/Wiper (TYAFB-2026-25973):

Bowhead Marine Support Services seeks an entry level QMED/Wiper for shipboard positions at Tyndall Air Force Base, Tyndall, FL.

Responsibilities

The QMED/Wiper is the engineering department utility man and performs a variety of tasks including:

  • Primarily works at the engine department cleaning, painting, oiling and greasing of machinery equipment and assisting in repair. as well as to keep the vessel clean and conduct general maintenance.
  • Oils and grease moving parts of engines and auxiliary equipment. May stand engine room watches and/or lookout watches, scale and chip paint, paint, handle lines in the mooring of the ship, and assists in the actual tying up and letting go of the vessel.
  • Assists in handling and operation of all deck gear such as topping cradling and housing of the booms and may assist in carpentry work.

The QMED/Wiper assists the Engineer in the following:

  • Scales, buffs, and paints decks and structures.
  • Sweeps and washes deck; splices wire and rope.
  • Breaks out, rigs, overhauls, and stows cargo-handling gear, stationary rigging, and running gear; secures cargo; launches and recovers boats.
  • May rig and operate hydrographic and other specialty winches; handle and stow oceanographic explosives; and stage and stow beach support equipment.
  • When assigned to watch duty, performs a variety of duties, including looking for obstructions in path of vessel, steering vessel, serving on security patrol, and standing gangway watch.
Qualifications
  • Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Current Merchant Mariners Document with the Ordinary Seaman/Wiper/Oiler rating and a minimum of one (1) year experience.
  • Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) required.
  • Must have a valid / current U.S. Passport.

Desired health and safety certifications include:

  • Basic First Aid
  • Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
  • Automated External Defibrillator (AED)

SUPPLEMENT SKILLS INCLUDE:

  • Communication skills including the ability to provide explanation of very complex or technical matters to people with little or no background experience in the subject matter.
  • Writing skills necessary to communicate technical information.
  • Strong interpersonal/team skills and the proven ability to often deal with situations where immediate low-level satisfactory resolution of issues must be achieved.

Target salary is $225.98/day commensurate with experience

Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Bowhead considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Physical Demands: The work environment varies and includes, but is not limited to: dock, port, bay, waterways, office space, equipment rooms, warehouse space, construction zones, and outdoor environments. Work hours may fluctuate outside of normal duty hours. While performing the duties of this job, the individual is:

  • Regularly required to sit, use hands to handle, move, manipulate or feel objects, talk and/or hear.
  • Frequently required to stand and/or walk and routinely required to reach with hands and arms.
  • Routinely required to stand, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or squat.
  • Frequently lifts and /or moves up to 50 pounds and occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 75 pounds.
  • Occasionally lifts and/or moves 75-100 pounds with the assistance of deckhands and/or heavy lifting equipment
Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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