Maritime Deck Operations Specialist

U.S. Navy; Anderson (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate role, based in the United States, involves seamanship and deck operations essential to a ship’s crew.

You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck activities, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight. The position emphasizes hands-on outdoor work, varied weather, and high tempo evolutions, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through qualification and training in a shipboard

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, including citizenship or residency status.
• A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor’s or qualifying professional degree for officer positions.

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.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree or equivalent for officers

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate role, based in the United States, involves seamanship and deck operations essential to a ship’s crew.

You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck activities, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight. The position emphasizes hands-on outdoor work, varied weather, and high tempo evolutions, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through qualification and training in a shipboard