Deck Operations & Seamanship Specialist

U.S. Navy; Pico Rivera (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GI Bill benefits

Career training

Job summary

U.S. Navy in the United States seeks Boatswains Mate to support seamanship and deck operations. You will stand watch as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, and assist with flight deck activities and cargo handling, ensuring ships stay ready for operations.

This role emphasizes teamwork and leadership opportunities as you advance. Expect outdoor work in varied weather, night and day watches, and a physically demanding maritime environment.

Qualifications

• Enlisted path requires US citizenship or eligibility and physical fitness standards.
• High school diploma or equivalent required for enlistment.
• Able to meet Navy eligibility criteria and perform demanding outdoor duties.

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

Education

High school diploma

Job description

U.S. Navy in the United States seeks Boatswains Mate to support seamanship and deck operations. You will stand watch as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, and assist with flight deck activities and cargo handling, ensuring ships stay ready for operations.

This role emphasizes teamwork and leadership opportunities as you advance. Expect outdoor work in varied weather, night and day watches, and a physically demanding maritime environment.