Maritime Deck Operations Specialist

U.S. Navy; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to serve on surface ships, performing seamanship and deck operations essential to fleet readiness. You will stand watches, operate small boats, and support flight deck and cargo handling operations at sea and in port.

Responsibilities include maintaining deck equipment, conducting replenishments, and participating in security watches and naval ceremonies. Training and advancement opportunities are provided within the Navy’s pathway.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards.
• Education options include a high school diploma or equivalent and/or higher qualifications depending on program.

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

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to serve on surface ships, performing seamanship and deck operations essential to fleet readiness. You will stand watches, operate small boats, and support flight deck and cargo handling operations at sea and in port.

Responsibilities include maintaining deck equipment, conducting replenishments, and participating in security watches and naval ceremonies. Training and advancement opportunities are provided within the Navy’s pathway.