Deck Operations Specialist: Flight Deck & Small Boat Ops

U.S. Navy; Oronoco (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ship’s crew.

They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security, keeping the fleet ready to sail and fight. They stand watches, operate equipment, and perform shipboard maintenance while working in a dynamic, team-based environment aboard surface ships and at shore installations.

Qualifications

• Requires meeting general enlistment standards and medical fitness.
• Need ability to work outdoors in varied weather and sea conditions.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and work as part of a shipboard team.

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

Communication

Physical fitness

Safety procedures

Sea operations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ship’s crew.

They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security, keeping the fleet ready to sail and fight. They stand watches, operate equipment, and perform shipboard maintenance while working in a dynamic, team-based environment aboard surface ships and at shore installations.