Naval Deck Operations Specialist

U.S. Navy; Montgomeryville (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education benefits

Health coverage

Retirement options

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to serve aboard ships, leading deck operations and seamanship tasks. You will perform watch duties, operate small boats, and support flight deck activities, cargo handling, and security watches.

This role emphasizes teamwork, physical fitness, and adherence to safety procedures, with opportunities for progression through BM A School and on-the-job training while serving in a challenging maritime environment.

Qualifications

• Teamwork and clear communication are essential for shipboard operations.
• Good physical fitness is required for outdoor maritime duties and deck work.
• Able to meet Navy general enlistment standards and qualification requirements.

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

Communication

Physical fitness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to serve aboard ships, leading deck operations and seamanship tasks. You will perform watch duties, operate small boats, and support flight deck activities, cargo handling, and security watches.

This role emphasizes teamwork, physical fitness, and adherence to safety procedures, with opportunities for progression through BM A School and on-the-job training while serving in a challenging maritime environment.