Flight Deck & Deck Operations Specialist

U.S. Navy; Poquoson (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Veterans benefits

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate requires seamanship and deck operations expertise to support a ship’s crew. Responsibilities include standing watches, operating small boats, and maintaining deck equipment during at-sea and in-port operations.

Seamen will participate in underway replenishment, cargo handling, and flight deck activities, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance within the deck department.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy and meet enlistment standards.
• High school diploma or equivalent; officer candidates may require degree.
• Ability to pass medical and fitness standards and background checks.

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

Teamwork

Watchstanding

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate requires seamanship and deck operations expertise to support a ship’s crew. Responsibilities include standing watches, operating small boats, and maintaining deck equipment during at-sea and in-port operations.

Seamen will participate in underway replenishment, cargo handling, and flight deck activities, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance within the deck department.