Deck Operations Pro: Small-Boat & Flight Deck Ops

U.S. Navy; Colcord (WV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to contribute to seamanship and deck operations. You will stand watches, operate small boats, and support flight deck and cargo handling to keep ships ready for missions.

Duties include maintaining deck equipment, supervising replenishment, and participating in naval ceremonies. The role emphasizes teamwork, physical stamina, and strict adherence to safety procedures in diverse maritime environments, with opportunities for leadership as you gain experience

Qualifications

• Great physical strength and stamina for outdoor maritime work.
• Ability to work in a team and follow safety procedures.
• Clear communication in shipboard environment.

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

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Communication

Physical stamina

Job description

U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to contribute to seamanship and deck operations. You will stand watches, operate small boats, and support flight deck and cargo handling to keep ships ready for missions.

Duties include maintaining deck equipment, supervising replenishment, and participating in naval ceremonies. The role emphasizes teamwork, physical stamina, and strict adherence to safety procedures in diverse maritime environments, with opportunities for leadership as you gain experience