Naval Deck Operations Specialist

U.S. Navy; Dumas (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mates who are seamanship and deck operations experts, forming the backbone of a ship's crew. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security, keeping the fleet ready to sail and fight.

Expect hands-on, outdoor work in varied weather, with frequent watches day and night, at sea and in port. You will participate in high tempo evolutions during replenishments and flight deck activities, and you

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, including citizenship/work status, high school diploma (enlisted) or bachelor's/qualifying degree (officer).
• Meeting age limits and medical, vision, dental standards; background screening; test scores for your program.

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

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree for officer (optional)

Job description

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mates who are seamanship and deck operations experts, forming the backbone of a ship's crew. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security, keeping the fleet ready to sail and fight.

Expect hands-on, outdoor work in varied weather, with frequent watches day and night, at sea and in port. You will participate in high tempo evolutions during replenishments and flight deck activities, and you