DUTY STATIONS

Technicians are responsible for the general maintenance and repairs on board a vessel. They make sure the ship does not fall apart internally and conduct frequent checks. They have control over a ship's engine room to manage propulsion and energy facilities.

Navigators are responsible for the direction and actual sailing of the ship. They manage coordinates and ensure the vessel goes in its appropriate course. They are stationed in a Combat Information Center with charts, maps, and navigational data.

Pursers are responsible for all administrative and logistical tasks onboard a vessel. They work in tandem to ensure that the crew is well-supplied and all paperwork is done. They also handle announcements to the crew via the PA system and may also function as talkers.

Chefs are responsible for keeping the crew of their assigned vessel fed. They are specially trained to make more sophisticated meals and are provided with higher-quality ingredients if they can get their hands on them first.

Signaleers are responsible for any form of communication the ship can use, from telephones to long-range radios. They may also use flares if radio communication fails, and if that also fails, then they may use flags, signal lamps and morse code. In more advanced ships, they may use radar and sonar systems.

Ship Physicians are responsible for all medical care on board their assigned vessel. They are mostly given basic medical equipment, but are highly trained and, in larger vessels have more advanced medical facilities onboard. Due to this, they are invaluable to the welfare of the crew.