Maritime Deck Operations Specialist

U.S. Navy; Gladeville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mates to be seasoned seamanship and deck operations experts, handling small boats, maintaining topside equipment, and supporting cargo handling, flight deck activities, and security.

This role forms the backbone of a ship's crew and advances through on-the-job qualifications and BM school after Recruit Training. Expect hands-on outdoor work, frequent watches day and night, and high tempo evolutions during replenishments and flight deck operations, with

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, including citizenship/status as required by program.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required for enlisted positions.
• Ability to meet medical, vision, and physical fitness standards and background screening.

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

Physical strength and stamina

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mates to be seasoned seamanship and deck operations experts, handling small boats, maintaining topside equipment, and supporting cargo handling, flight deck activities, and security.

This role forms the backbone of a ship's crew and advances through on-the-job qualifications and BM school after Recruit Training. Expect hands-on outdoor work, frequent watches day and night, and high tempo evolutions during replenishments and flight deck operations, with