Maritime Deck Ops Specialist: Flight Deck & Small Boats

U.S. Navy; Penfield (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to serve as seamanship and deck operations expert aboard ships. You will stand watch as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, support flight deck operations, and oversee cargo handling and deck maintenance.

You will work outdoors in varying weather, often at sea or in port, with high tempo evolutions and close teamwork. Advancement depends on performance and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Physical strength and stamina to work safely in an outdoor maritime environment, often with repetitive tasks, ladders, and heavy loads.
• Ability to work well in a team, follow safety procedures, and communicate clearly in a shipboard environment.

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

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to serve as seamanship and deck operations expert aboard ships. You will stand watch as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, support flight deck operations, and oversee cargo handling and deck maintenance.

You will work outdoors in varying weather, often at sea or in port, with high tempo evolutions and close teamwork. Advancement depends on performance and qualifications.