Deck Operations Specialist - Boatswain Mate (Flight Deck)

U.S. Navy; Combined Locks (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Post-9/11 GI Bill

Navy COOL certifications

Job summary

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mates, seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ship's crew.

You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight. Expect hands-on outdoor work, frequent watches day and night, and high-tempo evolutions during replenishments, boat operations, and flight deck activities.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, as well as age, citizenship and legal work status requirements.
• A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions; a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions.
• Meeting medical, vision and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements.

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

Physical fitness

Communication

Stamina

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mates, seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ship's crew.

You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight. Expect hands-on outdoor work, frequent watches day and night, and high-tempo evolutions during replenishments, boat operations, and flight deck activities.