Where can I find any information regarding extra pay or daily work schedule/life while on a ship?

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 01 Apr 2021 16:19:05 -0400

Leaving Kuwait soon and was recently told I’m leaving on a cargo vessel to ride back state side with our battalions tracks. Looking for any information regarding extra pay or daily work schedule/life while on the ship.

Response by MAJ Ronnie Reams made Apr 1 at 2021 7:59 PM

MAJ Ronnie Reams — Thu, 01 Apr 2021 19:59:17 -0400

Probably be on a RORO.

Response by SP5 Peter Keane made Apr 2 at 2021 12:26 PM

SP5 Peter Keane — Fri, 02 Apr 2021 12:26:19 -0400

unless that boat goes under water, you probably won't get extra pay.

Response by SSG Laurie Mullen made Apr 2 at 2021 10:27 PM

SSG Laurie Mullen — Fri, 02 Apr 2021 22:27:41 -0400

I traveled from Saudi Arabia back to Germany as a "super cargo". On the first day we went through all of the cargo decks and picked up any left over trash and rechecked all tie downs. Then, if I remember correctly, a couple of days before we hit port we started all of the vehicles that could be started. They had large fans going in the holds to vent the fumes. The only other thing we had to do was behave ourselves, let the crew sleep, and don't interfere in the crew's work. You'll be briefed by one of the ship's officers after you cast off, or before it. I got per-diem(sp) pay while I was on the ship. It's going to be a bit boring at times, but I still value the experience from it.