Deck & Flight Deck Ops Specialist

U.S. Navy; Mineral City (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Post-9/11 GI Bill

Navy COOL certifications

USMAP apprenticeships

Job summary

U.S. Navy is seeking a Boatswains Mate to serve as a seamanship and deck operations expert on a ship. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and security duties.

You will stand watches, operate vessels, and participate in underway replenishment, while maintaining safety and teamwork within the deck department. Opportunities exist to lead junior Sailors as you advance.

Qualifications

• Seamanship and deck operations expertise as core duties.
• Ready to stand watches and perform nautical tasks in varied conditions.

Responsibilities

• Stand watch as helmsman, lookout, and Boatswains Mate of the Watch
• Operate small boats and support flight deck and amphibious operations
• Repair and maintain deck equipment and exterior ship surfaces
• Conduct underway replenishment and cargo handling at sea
• Stand security watches in port and underway and participate in naval ceremonies

Skills

Seamanship

Deck operations

Watchstanding

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Maritime security

Education

High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions

Bachelor's degree for officer positions (advancement consideration)

Job description

U.S. Navy is seeking a Boatswains Mate to serve as a seamanship and deck operations expert on a ship. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and security duties.

You will stand watches, operate vessels, and participate in underway replenishment, while maintaining safety and teamwork within the deck department. Opportunities exist to lead junior Sailors as you advance.