Shipboard Deck Operations Specialist

U.S. Navy; Littleton (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

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

Hands-on, outdoor work with frequent watches, teamwork in the deck department, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through training and qualification programs.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards.
• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status.
• A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor’s or qualifying professional degree for officer positions.
• Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.
• Some communities have more restrictive age ranges.
• Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements.
• Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening.
• Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs.
• Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator.
• Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

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

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

Hands-on, outdoor work with frequent watches, teamwork in the deck department, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through training and qualification programs.