Deck Operations & Seamanship Specialist

U.S. Navy; Yates Center (KS); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

The U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to be a seamanship and deck operations expert aboard ships. You will stand watch as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, and support flight deck and cargo handling.

You will repair and maintain deck equipment, conduct underway replenishment at sea, and participate in security watches. This role offers teamwork and leadership opportunities as you advance, with assignments on surface ships and shore installations.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status.
• A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelors or qualifying professional degree for officer positions.
• Meeting age limits that vary by program and Navy policy, with some communities having more restrictive ranges.
• Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including physical fitness requirements.
• Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening.
• Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the ASVAB for enlisted roles.
• Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator.

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

Small boats

Education

HS Diploma

Job description

The U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to be a seamanship and deck operations expert aboard ships. You will stand watch as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, and support flight deck and cargo handling.

You will repair and maintain deck equipment, conduct underway replenishment at sea, and participate in security watches. This role offers teamwork and leadership opportunities as you advance, with assignments on surface ships and shore installations.