Navy
AVIATION
NEC
NEC
799A
Causeway Barge Ferry Coxswain
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Operates Causeway Section Powered and Improved Navy Lighterage Warping Tug with 360-degree water jet propulsion system in support of amphibious operations and Maritime Prepositioned Ship operations.
Core Skills
- waterjet vessel operation
- amphibious ferry maneuvering
- inland navigation rules
- marine communications
- surf zone navigation
- towing and warping operations
- crew coordination
- small craft seamanship
- maritime risk management
Common Certifications
- USCG Master of Inspected Vessels Credential
- USCG Master Near Coastal License
- USCG Able Seafarer Deck
- STCW Basic Training
- TWIC Transportation Worker Identification Credential
- FEMA Incident Command System Certifications
- American Red Cross First Aid and CPR Certification
Civilian Career Paths
- TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT
- FLEET MANAGEMENT
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Training & Development
Getting Started
- TWIC Transportation Worker Identification Credential
- STCW Basic Training
- American Red Cross First Aid and CPR Certification
- USCG Master Near Coastal License
Career Growth
- USCG Master of Inspected Vessels Credential
- USCG Able Seafarer Deck
- STCW Advanced Firefighting
- FEMA Incident Command System Certifications
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.