Deck Operations Specialist – Small Boats & Flight Deck

U.S. Navy; Elmendorf (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education benefits

Steady career

Uniform provided

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate conducts helm- and lookout-based watch duties aboard ships, operating small boats and supporting flight deck and amphibious operations.

Duties include deck equipment repairs, cargo handling, underway replenishment, and security watches, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance. Hands-on, outdoor maritime work in varied weather and sea conditions; assignments on surface ships and shore installations in and overseas, with strong emphasis on teamwork and

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Physically fit and able to endure outdoor maritime work.
• Ability to work well in a team and follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Stand watch as helmsman, lookout, and Boatswain's 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 strength

Safety procedures

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate conducts helm- and lookout-based watch duties aboard ships, operating small boats and supporting flight deck and amphibious operations.

Duties include deck equipment repairs, cargo handling, underway replenishment, and security watches, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance. Hands-on, outdoor maritime work in varied weather and sea conditions; assignments on surface ships and shore installations in and overseas, with strong emphasis on teamwork and