Maritime Career Task Force
Our Law
Legato Maritime testified in Olympia in support of House Bill 1167, which was signed into law by Washington Governor Bon Ferguson May of 2025. The bill amends existing state-based career and technical education for youth by establishing a maritime career task force.
HB 1167 is a Modification of the K12 career and technical education curriculum to add a “maritime trades instruction back into the K12 education system”
We are backed by Washington State Ferries in support of the new task force.
Are you ready to start your career on the water?
We aim to prepare socially and economically disadvantaged adult jobseekers to enter careers in Washington State Ferries and the maritime industry — one of Washington’s fastest-growing, high-paying fields.
40 hours of hands-on vessel training
Job readiness coaching and career planning
All required credentials (including Merchant Mariner Credential, TWIC card, drug testing, and medical clearance) — at no cost to you
Essential gear & equipment (uniforms, PPE, boots)
Transportation and meal support during training
Limited wraparound support to help you focus on your future
Connections to maritime employers for real job opportunities
Washington’s ferries, ports, and maritime industries need skilled workers — and you could be one of them!
Whether you dream of working on a ferry, operating a commercial vessel, or starting a long-term maritime career, this program is your first step.
We welcome individuals who are:
18 years or older (17 with parental consent)
Washington State residents
Have NOT USED ANY illegal drugs (INCLUDING CANNABIS) within the last 45-60 days
From socially or economically disadvantaged backgrounds — including but not limited to:
