Maritime Deck Operations Specialist

U.S. Navy; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to lead seamanship and deck operations aboard ships, maintaining topside equipment and supporting cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security.

This role involves standing watches, operating small boats, performing maintenance, and supporting underway replenishments and security watches, with opportunities to guide junior Sailors as you advance.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status.
• A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelors or qualifying professional degree for officer positions.
• Meeting medical, vision, dental standards and fitness requirements; background screening and character standards.

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 seeks a Boatswains Mate to lead seamanship and deck operations aboard ships, maintaining topside equipment and supporting cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security.

This role involves standing watches, operating small boats, performing maintenance, and supporting underway replenishments and security watches, with opportunities to guide junior Sailors as you advance.