Deck Operations Specialist: Small Boats & Flight Deck

U.S. Navy; Gordon (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a deck operations expert responsible for seamanship, small boats, and flight deck support.

You will stand watches, manage deck equipment, and contribute to cargo handling and security operations aboard ships. This role emphasizes teamwork, safety, physical stamina, and the ability to perform under varied weather and sea conditions while advancing through training and qualification opportunities within the Navy.

Qualifications

• Physical strength and stamina to work safely in an outdoor maritime environment.
• Ability to work well in a team, follow safety procedures, and communicate clearly in a shipboard environment.

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

Education

High school diploma required

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a deck operations expert responsible for seamanship, small boats, and flight deck support.

You will stand watches, manage deck equipment, and contribute to cargo handling and security operations aboard ships. This role emphasizes teamwork, safety, physical stamina, and the ability to perform under varied weather and sea conditions while advancing through training and qualification opportunities within the Navy.