Deck Operations & Small-Boat Specialist

U.S. Navy; Bargersville (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

GI Bill benefits

Navy health coverage

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate responsibilities center on seamanship, deck operations, and fleet readiness. You handle small boats, maintain topside gear, support cargo handling, flight deck activities, and maritime security on surface ships.

The role emphasizes teamwork, physical fitness, and adherence to safety procedures, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance and to participate in varied deployments at sea and in port.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, citizenship/work status as required.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted roles; bachelor’s for officer roles.
• Meet age, medical, vision, and dental standards; background screening and test scores; security clearance where required.

Responsibilities

• Stand watch as helmsman and look-out; 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; participate in ceremonies.

Skills

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Safety procedures

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Deck equipment

Small boats handling

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate responsibilities center on seamanship, deck operations, and fleet readiness. You handle small boats, maintain topside gear, support cargo handling, flight deck activities, and maritime security on surface ships.

The role emphasizes teamwork, physical fitness, and adherence to safety procedures, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance and to participate in varied deployments at sea and in port.