Deck Ops Specialist: Small-Boat & Flight Deck

U.S. Navy; Grand Tower (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Retirement options

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations expert responsible for standing watch as helmsman and lookout, operating small boats, and maintaining deck equipment aboard ships.

You will support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight. The role emphasizes outdoor work in varied weather, frequent watches day and night, and teamwork within the deck department, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy; citizenship or legal residency may apply.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions; bachelor's for officer roles.
• Age, medical, vision, and dental standards as required by Navy policy.
• Ability to pass security clearance and aptitude tests as applicable.
• Strong teamwork, discipline, and physical fitness requirements.

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; participate in naval ceremonies.

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations expert responsible for standing watch as helmsman and lookout, operating small boats, and maintaining deck equipment aboard ships.

You will support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight. The role emphasizes outdoor work in varied weather, frequent watches day and night, and teamwork within the deck department, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance.