Maritime Deck Ops Specialist: Small Boats & Flight Deck

U.S. Navy; Bogalusa (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy ships rely on Boatswains Mates to manage seamanship and deck operations. This role handles small boats, maintains topside equipment, and supports cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight.

Boatswains Mates work outdoors in varied weather and sea conditions, with frequent watches day and night both at sea and in port, contributing to high tempo evolutions and teamwork within the deck department.

Qualifications

• Eligible to serve in the United States Navy.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Able to meet age, medical, and background requirements.
• Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community.

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

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy ships rely on Boatswains Mates to manage seamanship and deck operations. This role handles small boats, maintains topside equipment, and supports cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight.

Boatswains Mates work outdoors in varied weather and sea conditions, with frequent watches day and night both at sea and in port, contributing to high tempo evolutions and teamwork within the deck department.