Deck Ops Specialist: Small Boats & Flight Deck

U.S. Navy; Fontana (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Educational benefits

Post-9/11 GI Bill

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ship's crew.

They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security, keeping the fleet ready to sail and fight. This role involves standing watch, operating boats, repairing deck gear, conducting replenishment at sea, and standing security watches.

Qualifications

• Must meet enlistment or commissioning standards.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Age limits vary by program and policy.
• Security clearance eligibility when required.
• Additional qualifications may include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience.

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

Seamanship

Deck operations

Watchstanding

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree for officer positions

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ship's crew.

They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security, keeping the fleet ready to sail and fight. This role involves standing watch, operating boats, repairing deck gear, conducting replenishment at sea, and standing security watches.