Deck Ops Specialist: Small Boats & Flight Deck

U.S. Navy; Belmar (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mate to support ships crew, manage deck operations, and assist in flight deck activities. You will stand watches as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, and maintain deck equipment across varied sea states.

Qualifications emphasize teamwork, physical fitness, and strict adherence to safety procedures. Opportunities exist to advance through BM training and on-the-job qualifications within surface fleet assignments.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy and citizenship/residency requirements.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Meeting age, medical, vision, and dental standards, including physical fitness requirements.
• Ability to work well in a team and follow safety procedures.

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

Physical fitness

Clear communication

Deck operations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mate to support ships crew, manage deck operations, and assist in flight deck activities. You will stand watches as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, and maintain deck equipment across varied sea states.

Qualifications emphasize teamwork, physical fitness, and strict adherence to safety procedures. Opportunities exist to advance through BM training and on-the-job qualifications within surface fleet assignments.