Tahjaye Jackson

• Primary Duties (In-Rate – Boatswain’s Mate)
• Performed seamanship duties including mooring, anchoring, towing, and line handling in port and at sea.
• Conducted preservation and maintenance of ship’s hull, superstructure, and deck equipment through chipping, grinding, painting, and corrosion control.
• Operated and maintained deck machinery such as winches, capstans, and cranes in support of shipboard operations.
• Assisted in underway replenishments, small boat operations, and navigation evolutions.
• Ensured compliance with safety procedures during deck evolutions and high-risk operations.
• Maintained and inspected rigging, lines, and deck fittings to ensure serviceability.
• Supported ceremonial details, including manning rails and side boys during official visits.
• Trained junior sailors in seamanship fundamentals and shipboard safety practices.

Out-of-Rate Duties & Collateral Responsibilities

Watchstanding (Armed & Unarmed)

• Served as armed and unarmed watchstander responsible for access control, perimeter security, and force protection.
• Conducted roving patrols to ensure ship security and identify safety hazards.
• Enforced shipboard regulations and reported suspicious activity.
• Maintained situational awareness and followed rules of engagement and use-of-force guidelines.

Firefighting & Damage Control

• Completed Navy firefighting and damage control training focused on shipboard emergencies.
• Responded to simulated and real-world casualty drills involving fire, flooding, and equipment failure.
• Operated firefighting equipment including hoses, nozzles, extinguishers, and breathing apparatus.
• Assisted in boundary cooling, dewatering, and compartment isolation.
• Inspected and maintained damage control lockers and firefighting gear.

General Shipboard Support

• Assisted with supply movement, logistics support, and shipboard housekeeping.
• Participated in drills, inspections, and readiness exercises.
• Maintained accurate logs and reports when assigned watchstanding duties.

• Stocked shelves with merchandise to ensure availability for customers.
• Organized inventory in backroom for efficient access and management.
• Maintained cleanliness and safety standards throughout the stock area.
• Monitored inventory levels to support timely restocking efforts.
• Trained new staff on stocking procedures and best practices.
• Performed daily cycle counts on select items in order to maintain accuracy of inventory records.
• Transported large quantities of merchandise from backroom storage area to sales floor as needed.
• Ensured accurate inventory levels by regularly counting and verifying stock.