Maritime Deck & Flight Deck Ops Specialist

U.S. Navy; Graton (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

VA benefits

Retirement plans

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate role involves seamanship and deck operations as a core part of shipboard duties. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready for deployment.

Expect hands-on outdoor work, varied watches, and high-tempo evolutions during replenishments and operations. Opportunities exist to lead junior Sailors as you advance within the deck department.

Qualifications

• General enlistment standards apply for all Navy jobs.
• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy (citizenship/work status as required).
• Medical, vision, and dental standards must be met.

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.

Skills

Seamanship

Deck operations

Teamwork

Watchstanding

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate role involves seamanship and deck operations as a core part of shipboard duties. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready for deployment.

Expect hands-on outdoor work, varied watches, and high-tempo evolutions during replenishments and operations. Opportunities exist to lead junior Sailors as you advance within the deck department.