Maritime Deck Ops Specialist

U.S. Navy; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

GI Bill

Navy COOL certs

Health coverage

Retirement options

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations, including handling small boats, maintaining topside equipment, and supporting cargo and flight deck tasks.

Responsibilities include standing watches, conducting replenishments, and aiding in security and ceremonial duties aboard ships and at shore installations. Training paths lead from Recruit Training to BM A School, with advancement based on performance.

Qualifications

• Teamwork and communication are essential for shipboard duties.
• Good physical fitness and adherence to safety standards are required.
• On-watch duties include helm, lookout, and deck operations.

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

Physical fitness

Safety procedures

Communication

Watchstanding

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations, including handling small boats, maintaining topside equipment, and supporting cargo and flight deck tasks.

Responsibilities include standing watches, conducting replenishments, and aiding in security and ceremonial duties aboard ships and at shore installations. Training paths lead from Recruit Training to BM A School, with advancement based on performance.