Maritime Deck Operations Specialist

U.S. Navy; Philip (SD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to serve as seamanship and deck operations expert aboard surface ships. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security.

Expect hands-on, outdoor work in varied weather, frequent watches, and high tempo evolutions during replenishments and flight deck activities. Opportunity to lead junior Sailors as you advance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted roles; officer roles may need a bachelor’s or professional degree.
• Physical strength and stamina to work safely in an outdoor maritime environment.
• Ability to work well in a team, follow safety procedures, and communicate clearly in a shipboard environment.

Responsibilities

• Stand watch as helmsman, lookout, and Boatswain’s 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

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Communication

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s or professional degree (for officer programs)

Job description

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to serve as seamanship and deck operations expert aboard surface ships. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security.

Expect hands-on, outdoor work in varied weather, frequent watches, and high tempo evolutions during replenishments and flight deck activities. Opportunity to lead junior Sailors as you advance.