Texas Transportation Code - TRANSP § 69.034. Qualifications for Certificate

(1) be at least 25 years of age;

(2) be a United States citizen;

(3) hold a license under federal law to act as a pilot on vessels that navigate water on which the applicant will furnish pilot services;

(4) be in good mental and physical health;

(5) have good moral character;

(6) possess the requisite skill as a navigator and pilot to perform competently and safely the duties of a deputy branch pilot;  and

(7) successfully complete the board-approved apprenticeship training program.