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|difficulty=Easy to Medium
|difficulty=Easy to Medium
|requirements=6 hours in [[Cargo Assistant|Logistics]]
|requirements=6 hours in [[Cargo Assistant|Logistics]]
|access=Logistics, Maintenance
|access=Logistics, Maintenance, Orders
|extendedaccess=Salvage, Orders
|extendedaccess=Salvage, Mail
|supervisors=[[Logistics Officer]]
|supervisors=[[Logistics Officer]]
|subordinates=[[Cargo Assistant]]
|subordinates=[[Cargo Assistant]]
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|duties=Learn how the logistics department works, How to <s>Crash</s> fly the shuttle, and how not to make the LO mad by ordering 20 crates of plushies
|duties=Learn how the logistics department works, How to <s>Crash</s> fly the shuttle, and how not to make the LO mad by ordering 20 crates of plushies
|guides=[[Supply Crates]], [[Shuttle Piloting]]
|guides=[[Supply Crates]], [[Shuttle Piloting]]
|aliases=Deck Worker, Inventory Associate, "techie", "cargie"}}
|aliases="techie", "cargie"}}
 
Cargo Technician's job is to supply the station's crew with what they need and dispose of excess items to get zorks in the bank. Cargo's responsibilities aren't too complicated. You take orders and keep items moving through the department as efficiently as possible. It's the execution that matters.
Cargo Technician's job is to supply the station's crew with what they need and dispose of excess items to get zorks in the bank. Cargo's responsibilities aren't too complicated. You take orders and keep items moving through the department as efficiently as possible. It's the execution that matters.


Orders typically are placed either by you or anyone else at the cargo request terminal in the front of the department. The order needs to be then approved by someone with 'Orders' access, typically the [[Logistics Officer]]. You may also get access from the LO to have Orders access yourself! Regardless, as the person submitting the order, you are the first line of defence against the worst Space Crime of all, budget mismanagement.
Orders typically are placed either by you or anyone else at the cargo request terminal in the front of the department. The order needs to be then approved by someone with 'Orders' access, either the [[Logistics Officer]] or a full Cargo Technician. Regardless, as the person submitting the order, you are the first line of defence against the worst Space Crime of all, budget mismanagement. Access to money comes with responsability!
 


==Your responsibilities==
==Your responsibilities==
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Do not take objects that would reasonably be useful where they are. For example selling chairs and tables at a bar, a vending machine in the hallways or medical supplies from [[Medical]] can be annoying to other players (regardless of how much they are worth or how low your funds are).  
Do not take objects that would reasonably be useful where they are. For example selling chairs and tables at a bar, a vending machine in the hallways or medical supplies from [[Medical]] can be annoying to other players (regardless of how much they are worth or how low your funds are).  


If low on funds, there are plenty of departments that can [[Construction|make you objects]] to sell (even [[Hydroponics]] can operate without power). Your role is to expect the unexpected and get funds and supplies BEFORE an emergency situation if possible.
If low on funds, there are plenty of departments that can make you objects to sell (even [[Hydroponics]] can operate without power). Your role is to expect the unexpected and get funds and supplies BEFORE an emergency situation if possible.
 
'''More importantly, as a Cargo Technician or Assistant it is essential that you do Cargo Bounties, as these are an excellent source of money.'''


If you think an order is suspicious, ask the crewmember for a stamp or to fill out a request so you have it in writing who requested it. If something expensive is being requested, ask the crewmember to provide something to trade for it. While orders are slow, it's also a good idea to grab things to sell.
If you think an order is suspicious, ask the crewmember for a stamp or to fill out a request so you have it in writing who requested it. If something expensive is being requested, ask the crewmember to provide something to trade for it. While orders are slow, it's also a good idea to grab things to sell or, better yet, work on those Cargo Bounties.


==Your equipment==
==Your equipment==
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As a cargo technician your equipment is very basic, though you do come with an appraisal tool in your pocket. This appraisal tool allows you to scan items about the station and determine their value. This will allow you to get some starting funds in your account while you wait for [[Salvage Specialist|salvage]] to get items worth selling or for [[Botanist|botany]] to make surplus plants.
As a cargo technician your equipment is very basic, though you do come with an appraisal tool in your pocket. This appraisal tool allows you to scan items about the station and determine their value. This will allow you to get some starting funds in your account while you wait for [[Salvage Specialist|salvage]] to get items worth selling or for [[Botanist|botany]] to make surplus plants.
==Cargo Bounties==
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* Get a slip from the cargo bounty computer.
* Get the objects (or ask someone to create them, like asking the Chef to make food).
* Put them in a crate (any crate works).
* Put the bounty slip on the crate.
* Close the crate and confirm the bounty is good by appraising it with your appraisal tool.
* Sell the crate with its contents on the ATS to complete the bounty.


==Cargo Ordering Computer==
==Cargo Ordering Computer==
[[File:ComputerCargoOrder.png|64px]]
[[File:ComputerCargoOrder.png|64px]]


You use the ordering computer to put in orders for the shuttle to buy from other stations. When you open the UI you should see a vast list of crates you can order; anything from dice games to firearms. When someone at the front desk asks for something it's your job to input what they asked for into the computer, preferably under their name. You can click on anything from the list to view its description and price. Just below that is the quantity you are ordering and the name of the person who ordered it as well as the reason it's being ordered. After you input what you want the order needs to be approved by someone with Orders access. This is typically the LO or Captain, however, the LO may upgrade your access to give you Orders access as well.
You use the ordering computer to put in orders for the shuttle to buy from other stations. When you open the UI you should see a vast list of crates you can order; anything from dice games to firearms. When someone at the front desk asks for something it's your job to input what they asked for into the computer, preferably under their name. You can click on anything from the list to view its description and price. Just below that is the quantity you are ordering and the name of the person who ordered it as well as the reason it's being ordered.  
 
==Cargo Request Computer==
[[File:ComputerCargoRequest.png|64px]]


The request computer is what you use to recall and call the station's logistics shuttle. It is rather simple to learn however if you screw up it can easily mess up several orders.
After you input what you want the order needs to be approved by someone with Orders access. This can be your boss, the LO, our you can do it yourself if you are a full Cargo Technician, rather than an Assistant.


Once you have some accepted orders you are going to want to call the shuttle meaning you should open the UI and find the call shuttle button. You should also see all the accepted orders under the button, these are the orders that will be on the shuttle.
Finally, once an order is placed, it will appear on the Automated Trading Station (ATS).


After you dock the shuttle and unload it you are going to want to recall it. Once you move the shuttle 250m away from the station you can press the recall button which will have replaced the call button. Before you can call the shuttle again you will have to wait a short time. Recalling the shuttle when there is anything on the cargo pallets will sell those objects. Try to avoid calling the shuttle then immediately recalling it as it will sell all the orders you just called in. At a loss.
==Cargo Shuttle Console==
 
The Logistics Shuttle is also just that, for all of Logistics. There may be a time when Salvage wants to borrow it in order to ferry items or make major hauls. Always work with the rest of your department in order to make sure everyone can use the shuttle to their advantage.
 
==Shuttle Console==
[[File:ShuttleConsole.png|64px]]
[[File:ShuttleConsole.png|64px]]


[[File:External Airlock Example.png|frame|alt=An example of how to use external airlocks. Note the nubs of the airlock pointing at each other.|An example of how to use external airlocks. Note the nubs of the airlock pointing at each other.]]
[[File:External Airlock Example.png|frame|alt=An example of how to use external airlocks. Note the nubs of the airlock pointing at each other.|An example of how to use external airlocks. Note the nubs of the airlock pointing at each other.]]


This is what you use to actually pilot the shuttle. Once the shuttle is called it will appear a short distance out from the station. It's your job to locate the cargo docking ports and dock while avoiding punting the salvagers into deep space. (Usually, salvage is nearby cargo, which means that the 'unknown objects' that salvage draws in are usually nearby your docking area.)
This is what you use to actually pilot the shuttle. Once the shuttle is called it will appear a short distance out from the station. It's your job to locate the cargo docking ports and dock while avoiding punting the salvagers into deep space. Usually, salvage is nearby cargo, which means that the 'unknown objects' that salvage draws in are usually nearby your docking area. Also avoid crashing it into other objects - doing so at speed will cause severe damage.


Once you have unloaded the shuttle and have put all the items you wish to sell on, you will want to undock with the station and fly 250m away from it.
Left click the shuttle computer to take control of your shuttle. See [[Shuttle Piloting]] for details how to pilot your shuttle.


Left click the shuttle computer to take control of your shuttle.
Once you have unloaded the shuttle and have put all the items you wish to sell on, you will want to undock with the station and fly 250m away from it. Then, open the FTL tab and FTL to the Automated Trade Station (ATS).


Controls are:
==Automated Trade Station (ATS)==
*WASD to strafe forward, left, backwards and right,
*Q and E to spin left and right respectfully,
*Spacebar to brake. '''When in doubt, hold the brakes.'''


To select '''docking mode''', right click the console and toggle mode. While in docking mode, '''A''' is for thrusting left and '''D''' is for thrusting right. This is useful for parallel parking.
Going to and back from ATS is one of the most important jobs of a Cargo Technician. ATS is where the orders will appear when actually ordered and paid for, and will need to be transported back to the station using the Cargo Shuttle.


External airlock [Docking] are used for docking with ships/stations that also have docking airlocks. Once you have two docking airlocks face to face, right click the docking airlock and select the '''Dock''' verb. If successful, the docks will both open and you will be attached to the other vessel.  
Furthermore, ATS is where everything, both bounties, but also other objects, can be sold. To do so, drag the crate or objects you want to sell onto the cargo sell pad (outlined in green) and use the cargo sale computer. Money from the sale will be automatically deposited in the station accounts.


==Keeping Cargo tidy==
==Keeping Cargo tidy==
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A paper trail can be useful if you're trying to track down who ordered what for certain heads. Having folks fill out a paper, or just jotting down weird orders and stamping them with approved can help certain investigations and encourages extra roleplay, which is always good. It might even make your [[Logistics Officer]] happy to have proper [[paperwork]].
A paper trail can be useful if you're trying to track down who ordered what for certain heads. Having folks fill out a paper, or just jotting down weird orders and stamping them with approved can help certain investigations and encourages extra roleplay, which is always good. It might even make your [[Logistics Officer]] happy to have proper [[paperwork]].
Lastly, materials produced by Salvage, are, by unspoken convention, typically stored in the Logistics TechFab.


'''Important''': currently refined diamonds are '''bugged -''' if they are put into a lathe, they can not be taken out. This is a problem - they are rarely used, but sell of a lot of spesos!
'''Important''': currently refined diamonds are '''bugged -''' if they are put into a lathe, they can not be taken out. This is a problem - they are rarely used, but sell of a lot of spesos!
==Tips and tricks==
* The handheld radio you can find around the logistics department or in the cargo shuttle can talk into different space sectors - including communications between the station and Lavaland or between the station and ATS. It is a good idea to have one on with you at all times - you never know when a salvager on Lavaland will call for help!
* Occasionally a pair of "bluespace lockers" will appear on the station. These can be used to instantly go back and forth between the station and ATS. Do not sell them!


{{Jobs Menu}}
{{Jobs Menu}}
[[Category:Jobs]]
[[Category:Jobs]]

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LOGISTICS STAFF

Cargo Technician

Aliases and Nicknames: Deck Worker, Inventory Associate, "techie", "cargie"
Difficulty: Easy to Medium
Requirements: 6 hours in Logistics
Access: Logistics, Maintenance, Orders
Extended Access: Salvage, Mail
Supervisors: Logistics Officer
Subordinates: Cargo Assistant
Duties: Place orders for the crew. Steal Sell items that are no longer useful for the station. Make fat stacks.
Guides: Supply Crates, Shuttle Piloting


LOGISTICS STAFF

Cargo Assistant

Aliases and Nicknames: "techie", "cargie"
Difficulty: Easy
Requirements: None
Access: Logistics, Maintenance
Extended Access: Salvage, Orders
Supervisors: Logistics Officer and Cargo Technician
Subordinates: None
Duties: Learn how the logistics department works, How to Crash fly the shuttle, and how not to make the LO mad by ordering 20 crates of plushies
Guides: Supply Crates, Shuttle Piloting


Cargo Technician's job is to supply the station's crew with what they need and dispose of excess items to get zorks in the bank. Cargo's responsibilities aren't too complicated. You take orders and keep items moving through the department as efficiently as possible. It's the execution that matters.

Orders typically are placed either by you or anyone else at the cargo request terminal in the front of the department. The order needs to be then approved by someone with 'Orders' access, either the Logistics Officer or a full Cargo Technician. Regardless, as the person submitting the order, you are the first line of defence against the worst Space Crime of all, budget mismanagement. Access to money comes with responsability!

Your responsibilities

Your responsibilities as a cargo technician are, as described above, generally straightforward. You need to make money in order to fill requests for other departments and your own. If you don't have money, you won't have AME fuel, or guns when Syndicate have inevitably bombed out the armory. Most of the time the bulk of your cash comes from Salvage, but early on, having you or one of your fellow technicians go and raid the station's maintenance tunnels for items to sell is not a terrible idea.

Importantly, it is NOT your job to empty the station of everything worth selling/deconstructing. Hallways and maintenance tunnels may have things worth selling and are typically free-game. However regarding objects around a department, you may want to check with the Head of that Department first.

Do not take objects that would reasonably be useful where they are. For example selling chairs and tables at a bar, a vending machine in the hallways or medical supplies from Medical can be annoying to other players (regardless of how much they are worth or how low your funds are).

If low on funds, there are plenty of departments that can make you objects to sell (even Hydroponics can operate without power). Your role is to expect the unexpected and get funds and supplies BEFORE an emergency situation if possible.

More importantly, as a Cargo Technician or Assistant it is essential that you do Cargo Bounties, as these are an excellent source of money.

If you think an order is suspicious, ask the crewmember for a stamp or to fill out a request so you have it in writing who requested it. If something expensive is being requested, ask the crewmember to provide something to trade for it. While orders are slow, it's also a good idea to grab things to sell or, better yet, work on those Cargo Bounties.

Your equipment

As a cargo technician your equipment is very basic, though you do come with an appraisal tool in your pocket. This appraisal tool allows you to scan items about the station and determine their value. This will allow you to get some starting funds in your account while you wait for salvage to get items worth selling or for botany to make surplus plants.

Cargo Bounties

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  • Get a slip from the cargo bounty computer.
  • Get the objects (or ask someone to create them, like asking the Chef to make food).
  • Put them in a crate (any crate works).
  • Put the bounty slip on the crate.
  • Close the crate and confirm the bounty is good by appraising it with your appraisal tool.
  • Sell the crate with its contents on the ATS to complete the bounty.

Cargo Ordering Computer

You use the ordering computer to put in orders for the shuttle to buy from other stations. When you open the UI you should see a vast list of crates you can order; anything from dice games to firearms. When someone at the front desk asks for something it's your job to input what they asked for into the computer, preferably under their name. You can click on anything from the list to view its description and price. Just below that is the quantity you are ordering and the name of the person who ordered it as well as the reason it's being ordered.

After you input what you want the order needs to be approved by someone with Orders access. This can be your boss, the LO, our you can do it yourself if you are a full Cargo Technician, rather than an Assistant.

Finally, once an order is placed, it will appear on the Automated Trading Station (ATS).

Cargo Shuttle Console

An example of how to use external airlocks. Note the nubs of the airlock pointing at each other.
An example of how to use external airlocks. Note the nubs of the airlock pointing at each other.

This is what you use to actually pilot the shuttle. Once the shuttle is called it will appear a short distance out from the station. It's your job to locate the cargo docking ports and dock while avoiding punting the salvagers into deep space. Usually, salvage is nearby cargo, which means that the 'unknown objects' that salvage draws in are usually nearby your docking area. Also avoid crashing it into other objects - doing so at speed will cause severe damage.

Left click the shuttle computer to take control of your shuttle. See Shuttle Piloting for details how to pilot your shuttle.

Once you have unloaded the shuttle and have put all the items you wish to sell on, you will want to undock with the station and fly 250m away from it. Then, open the FTL tab and FTL to the Automated Trade Station (ATS).

Automated Trade Station (ATS)

Going to and back from ATS is one of the most important jobs of a Cargo Technician. ATS is where the orders will appear when actually ordered and paid for, and will need to be transported back to the station using the Cargo Shuttle.

Furthermore, ATS is where everything, both bounties, but also other objects, can be sold. To do so, drag the crate or objects you want to sell onto the cargo sell pad (outlined in green) and use the cargo sale computer. Money from the sale will be automatically deposited in the station accounts.

Keeping Cargo tidy

An example of a messy Cargo

Make sure to organize any spare items that might be making a mess on the floor. To get rid of any empty crates that you don't need, use a screwdriver to take them apart. Put whatever you don't need on tables or inside other crates.

A paper trail can be useful if you're trying to track down who ordered what for certain heads. Having folks fill out a paper, or just jotting down weird orders and stamping them with approved can help certain investigations and encourages extra roleplay, which is always good. It might even make your Logistics Officer happy to have proper paperwork.

Lastly, materials produced by Salvage, are, by unspoken convention, typically stored in the Logistics TechFab.

Important: currently refined diamonds are bugged - if they are put into a lathe, they can not be taken out. This is a problem - they are rarely used, but sell of a lot of spesos!

Tips and tricks

  • The handheld radio you can find around the logistics department or in the cargo shuttle can talk into different space sectors - including communications between the station and Lavaland or between the station and ATS. It is a good idea to have one on with you at all times - you never know when a salvager on Lavaland will call for help!
  • Occasionally a pair of "bluespace lockers" will appear on the station. These can be used to instantly go back and forth between the station and ATS. Do not sell them!
Roles on DeltaV
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Medical Chief Medical Officer · Medical Doctor · Paramedic · Chemist · Surgeon · Psychologist · Medical Intern
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Sillicon Cyborg · Personal AI · Station AI
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