Deck Operations & Small Boat Specialist

U.S. Navy; Canal Winchester (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mate to serve aboard ships, performing seamanship duties, deck operations, and watchstanding. You'll handle small boats, maintain exterior surfaces, and support cargo handling, replenishments, and flight deck tasks.

The role emphasizes teamwork, discipline, and leadership opportunities as you advance, with assignments on surface ships and shore installations in the United States and overseas.

Qualifications

• Proven seamanship and deck handling skills.
• Ability to operate small boats and support flight deck operations.
• Demonstrated reliability in watchstanding and team tasks.

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

Seamanship

Deck operations

Watchstanding

Small boats operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mate to serve aboard ships, performing seamanship duties, deck operations, and watchstanding. You'll handle small boats, maintain exterior surfaces, and support cargo handling, replenishments, and flight deck tasks.

The role emphasizes teamwork, discipline, and leadership opportunities as you advance, with assignments on surface ships and shore installations in the United States and overseas.