Maritime Deck Operations Specialist

U.S. Navy; Hampton Bays (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits

Health benefits

Job summary

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, in a disciplined naval environment. Opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance within the deck department.

Qualifications

• Basic seamanship and deck operations knowledge.
• Ability to stand watches and operate small boats.
• Teamwork and adherence to safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Stand watch as helmsman, lookout, and Boatswains Mate of the Watch.
• Operate small boats and support flight deck and amphibious ops.
• Repair and maintain deck equipment and exterior surfaces.
• Conduct underway replenishment and cargo handling at sea.
• Stand security watches in port and underway; participate in ceremonies.

Skills

Seamanship

Deck ops

Watchstanding

Small boats

Teamwork

Safety

Education

HS diploma

Job description

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, in a disciplined naval environment. Opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance within the deck department.