Deck Operations & Small-Boat Specialist

U.S. Navy; Biola (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

GI Bill

Navy College Programs

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ships crew, handling small boats, maintaining topside equipment, and supporting cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security.

This role keeps the fleet ready to sail and fight. Expect hands-on, outdoor work in varied conditions, frequent watches day and night, and high tempo evolutions during replenishments, small boat operations, and flight deck activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required for enlisted positions.
• Bachelor's degree or qualifying professional degree required for officer positions.
• Ability to meet Navy general enlistment/commissioning standards.

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

Communication

Physical strength

Watchstanding

Leadership potential

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree (officer)

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ships crew, handling small boats, maintaining topside equipment, and supporting cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security.

This role keeps the fleet ready to sail and fight. Expect hands-on, outdoor work in varied conditions, frequent watches day and night, and high tempo evolutions during replenishments, small boat operations, and flight deck activities.