Ronald Bartolome

A Motorman works in the engine section of a ship. And, as you might expect, this department is in charge of running, maintaining, and, if required, repairing the ship's engine and propulsion systems. But that's only the beginning; responsibility for the engine's fuel oil, lubrication, water distillation, and separation procedure is also included.May be working with a Fitter or an Oiler (as the name implies, this is someone who is tasked with making sure that machinery is lubricated). Duties may also involve doing routine checks on machinery, as well as the bilge and pump rooms, and the tanks. They will evaluate equipment such as turbines, condensers, and pumps and will be asked to document their findings as well as report any concerns or problems they discover to their Officers and safely remedy them if feasible.