Maritime Deck Operations Specialist

U.S. Navy; Wickliffe (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education benefits

Tuition assistance

Job summary

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mates to serve as seamanship and deck operations experts aboard ships, handling small boats, maintaining topside equipment, and supporting cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security.

You will stand watches, operate equipment, and contribute to ship readiness with opportunities to advance through BM A School and on-the-job training, while serving in varied maritime environments.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting enlistment standards and medical requirements.
• Eligible to serve in the United States Navy and meet age and education requirements.
• The role emphasizes seamanship, deck operations, and watchstanding.

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

Seamanship

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Watchstanding

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mates to serve as seamanship and deck operations experts aboard ships, handling small boats, maintaining topside equipment, and supporting cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security.

You will stand watches, operate equipment, and contribute to ship readiness with opportunities to advance through BM A School and on-the-job training, while serving in varied maritime environments.