Deck Operations Specialist (Small Boats)

U.S. Navy; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits

Navy education programs

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations, supporting cargo handling, flight deck activities, and security at sea and in port.

You will stand watches, operate small boats, and maintain deck equipment as part of a disciplined ship crew. Expect outdoor, physically demanding work with high tempo evolutions during replenishments, small boat operations, and flight deck activities.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to enlist in the United States Navy and meet citizenship/work status requirements.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required for enlisted roles.
• For officer paths, a bachelor’s degree or qualifying equivalent is needed.

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

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree (for officer programs)

Job description

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations, supporting cargo handling, flight deck activities, and security at sea and in port.

You will stand watches, operate small boats, and maintain deck equipment as part of a disciplined ship crew. Expect outdoor, physically demanding work with high tempo evolutions during replenishments, small boat operations, and flight deck activities.