Deck Ops Specialist: Boatswain’s Mate & Flight Deck Ops

U.S. Navy; Ponca City (OK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations, including handling small boats, maintaining deck gear, and supporting flight deck activity.

You will stand watches, participate in replenishments at sea, and assist in cargo handling while ensuring safety and teamwork across the deck department. The role offers opportunities for advancement through on-the-job qualifications and BM A School after Recruit Training, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and discipline in a

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.
• Enlistment requires meeting general Navy standards and eligibility for security clearance where 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

Physical strength

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations, including handling small boats, maintaining deck gear, and supporting flight deck activity.

You will stand watches, participate in replenishments at sea, and assist in cargo handling while ensuring safety and teamwork across the deck department. The role offers opportunities for advancement through on-the-job qualifications and BM A School after Recruit Training, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and discipline in a