Deck Cadet
United States Military Sealift Command
07.2024 - 11.2024
- Loaded, stored and securely transferred bunkers, oils and bilge to maintain safety and protect natural environment.
- Stood watch while underway to facilitate communications and maintain onboard safety and security.
- Chipped, painted and ground deck to maintain structural integrity.
- Checked tank soundings to prevent tank from overflowing or running dry.
- Inspected lifesaving and visual-signaling equipment for defects.
- Performed deck maintenance and upkeep and reported abnormalities.
- Navigated ship under direction of captain and studied actionable insights to avoid collision.
- Rigged pilot ladder and lowered gangway to allow pilot to safely board ship.
- Worked alongside cargo team to conduct safe loading and unloading operations.
- Met requirements for government-issued certifications, keeping ship in full compliance.
- Moored vessels to wharfs with proper use of correct lines.
- Moved liquid cargo between tanks with use of special hoses and pumps.
