Naval Deck Operations Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Post-9/11 GI Bill

Navy COOL certifications

Job summary

U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates to manage seamanship and deck operations aboard ships. You will stand watches, operate small boats, and support flight deck and cargo handling activities while maintaining deck equipment and ship surfaces.

The role emphasizes teamwork, physical fitness, and adherence to safety procedures, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance within surface fleet duties.

Qualifications

• General enlistment standards apply, including health, vision, and character requirements.
• Must meet age and background screening standards.
• Physical fitness and aptitude for shipboard duties.

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

Seamanship

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates to manage seamanship and deck operations aboard ships. You will stand watches, operate small boats, and support flight deck and cargo handling activities while maintaining deck equipment and ship surfaces.

The role emphasizes teamwork, physical fitness, and adherence to safety procedures, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance within surface fleet duties.