Deck Operations Specialist: Small Boats & Flight Deck

U.S. Navy; Poplar (MT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate role involves seamanship and deck operations across ships’ crews. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready for operations.

Expect outdoor, physically demanding work with frequent watches day and night, at sea and in port, plus opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance within the deck department.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, involving citizenship or residency rules, a HS diploma or equivalent for enlistment, age, medical and security screening.
• Additional qualifications may include physical strength and stamina in maritime work, ability to work in a team, and clear shipboard communication.
• Education options include Tuition Assistance, GI Bill, Navy COOL credits, USMAP apprenticeships and Navy College programs.

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.

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate role involves seamanship and deck operations across ships’ crews. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready for operations.

Expect outdoor, physically demanding work with frequent watches day and night, at sea and in port, plus opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance within the deck department.