271 - STEVEDORE
Supervises the loading, stowing, and unloading of ship cargoes.
Directs crews of laborers engaged in moving cargo in hold and on wharf by hand, conveyor, hand truck, or platform truck. Directs lifting of cargo into or out of hold, and stowing of cargo securely, using bracing and dunnage. Must know proper methods of handling, stowing, and protecting ship cargoes. Must know knots, splices, and rigging.
Note—See also SSN 711.