Deck Operations Specialist — Maritime & Small-Boat Ops

U.S. Navy; Cascade Locks (OR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Post-9/11 GI Bill

Navy COOL certifications

USMAP apprenticeships

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate are seamanship and deck operations experts responsible for helm, lookout duties, and overseeing deck operations aboard ships.

They manage small boats, cargo handling, and support flight deck activities while maintaining equipment and surfaces. Expect to work outdoors in varied weather, stand watches day and night, participate in replenishments, and lead junior Sailors as you advance.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment standards and medical fitness.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required for enlisted roles.
• Officer roles require a bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualifications.

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.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree for officer positions

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate are seamanship and deck operations experts responsible for helm, lookout duties, and overseeing deck operations aboard ships.

They manage small boats, cargo handling, and support flight deck activities while maintaining equipment and surfaces. Expect to work outdoors in varied weather, stand watches day and night, participate in replenishments, and lead junior Sailors as you advance.