Navy
LOGISTICS
NEC
NEC
W10A
Causeway Lighterage Craftmaster
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Causeway lighterage craftmasters operate Improved Navy Lighterage System warping tugs and causeway ferries during ship-to-shore and harbor logistics operations. They maneuver these specialized craft, coordinate deck crews, and maintain safe movement of personnel, cargo, and connected lighterage components.
Core Skills
- warping tug operation
- causeway ferry navigation
- lighterage system handling
- ship to shore movement
- cargo transfer operations
- deck crew coordination
- harbor maneuvering
- marine safety
- vessel inspection
Common Certifications
- Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC)
- Master of Towing Vessels Credential
- STCW Basic Training
- Master or Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels
- Radar Observer Unlimited
- FEMA Incident Command System Certifications
Civilian Career Paths
- TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT
- FLEET MANAGEMENT
- SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC)
- STCW Basic Training
- Master or Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels
- Radar Observer Unlimited
Career Growth
- Master of Towing Vessels Credential
- STCW Advanced Fire Fighting
- Able Seaman - Special or Unlimited
- 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.