Maritime Deck Operations Specialist

U.S. Navy; Gambrills (MD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Post-9/11 GI Bill

Navy COOL certifications

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ships 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. Hands-on, outdoor work with frequent watches day and night, at sea and in port, and high tempo evolutions during replenishments and flight deck activities.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, citizenship/status per program.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted roles.
• Meeting age, medical, vision, and dental standards.
• Eligibility for security clearance when required.

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

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ships 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. Hands-on, outdoor work with frequent watches day and night, at sea and in port, and high tempo evolutions during replenishments and flight deck activities.