Maritime Deck Ops Specialist

U.S. Navy; Wahoo (NE, WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations specialist responsible for watchstanding, operating small boats, and maintaining deck gear on ships and shore facilities.

You'll support flight deck operations, cargo handling, and security watches, collaborating with the deck team and advancing through qualification programs while adapting to varied conditions at sea and in port.

Qualifications

• Teamwork and ability to follow safety procedures in a shipboard environment.
• Physical fitness and stamina required for outdoor maritime work.
• Able to operate and coordinate deck operations and small boats.

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 fitness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree for officers

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations specialist responsible for watchstanding, operating small boats, and maintaining deck gear on ships and shore facilities.

You'll support flight deck operations, cargo handling, and security watches, collaborating with the deck team and advancing through qualification programs while adapting to varied conditions at sea and in port.