Maritime Deck Operations Specialist

U.S. Navy; Mulliken (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate role involves seamanship and deck operations on surface ships, handling small boats, maintaining topside equipment, and supporting cargo handling and flight deck activities.

Expect outdoor, hands-on work in varied conditions, with watches day and night, opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance and strengthen teamwork within the deck department. Advancement is based on performance, qualifications, and exams; you will develop critical discipline, safety

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment standards and basic physical requirements.
• Additional qualifications include teamwork, safety awareness, and effective communication.

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 Mate role involves seamanship and deck operations on surface ships, handling small boats, maintaining topside equipment, and supporting cargo handling and flight deck activities.

Expect outdoor, hands-on work in varied conditions, with watches day and night, opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance and strengthen teamwork within the deck department. Advancement is based on performance, qualifications, and exams; you will develop critical discipline, safety