Deck Operations & Small-Boat Specialist

U.S. Navy; Brook (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy is seeking a Boatswains Mate to serve as a seamanship and deck operations expert. You will stand watches, operate small boats, and support flight deck activities while maintaining equipment and surfaces on ships.

In this role, you will participate in underway replenishments, cargo handling, and security watches, working in a highly collaborative deck department. Opportunities exist to lead junior Sailors as you advance within the Navy.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy and meet citizenship/work status requirements.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions; a bachelor’s degree for officer positions.
• Medical, vision, and dental standards; age, character, and test score requirements.

Responsibilities

• Stand watch as helmsman and Boatswain’s 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.

Skills

Teamwork

Physical strength

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree for officer

Job description

U.S. Navy is seeking a Boatswains Mate to serve as a seamanship and deck operations expert. You will stand watches, operate small boats, and support flight deck activities while maintaining equipment and surfaces on ships.

In this role, you will participate in underway replenishments, cargo handling, and security watches, working in a highly collaborative deck department. Opportunities exist to lead junior Sailors as you advance within the Navy.