Deck Operations Specialist: Ships, Boats & Flight Deck

U.S. Navy; Scribner (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

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

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

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Bachelor's degree or qualifying professional degree for officer programs.
• Meeting medical, vision, dental, and background standards as required.

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

Safety procedures

Communication

Physical strength

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree (officer programs)

Job description

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

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