Deck & Flight Deck Ops Specialist

U.S. Navy; Twentynine Palms (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to join our deck operations team. You will stand watch, operate small boats, maintain equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and security duties on ships and in port.

You will work outdoors in varying weather, join a close-knit deck division, and have opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through BM qualifications and training at BM A School after Recruit Training.

Qualifications

• Enlistment required; U.S. citizenship or residency rules apply.
• High School Diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Ability to meet medical, fitness, and character standards.
• Strong teamwork and effective communication in shipboard environments.
• Willingness to train and advance through BM A School and related qualifications.

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; participate in naval ceremonies

Skills

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Safety procedures

Shipboard communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to join our deck operations team. You will stand watch, operate small boats, maintain equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and security duties on ships and in port.

You will work outdoors in varying weather, join a close-knit deck division, and have opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through BM qualifications and training at BM A School after Recruit Training.