Maritime Deck Operations Specialist

U.S. Navy; Rolla (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Education benefits

Job summary

U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mate to join its deck operations team aboard ships and shore assignments. You will manage small boats, maintain deck equipment, and contribute to flight deck operations, cargo handling, and maritime security.

You'll stand watches, work outdoors in varied conditions, and develop seamanship skills while advancing through training and qualification programs within a highly disciplined maritime environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Bachelor's degree for officer positions (for those pursuing officer roles).
• Meeting age, medical, vision, and dental standards as part of eligibility.

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

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Physical stamina

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree for officer positions

Job description

U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mate to join its deck operations team aboard ships and shore assignments. You will manage small boats, maintain deck equipment, and contribute to flight deck operations, cargo handling, and maritime security.

You'll stand watches, work outdoors in varied conditions, and develop seamanship skills while advancing through training and qualification programs within a highly disciplined maritime environment.