Deck Operations & Small-Boat Specialist

U.S. Navy; City of Hornell (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education benefits

Health coverage

Retirement options

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate oversees seamanship and deck operations, handling small boats and maintaining topside equipment. They support cargo handling, flight deck activities, and maritime security, ensuring the fleet remains ready to sail and fight.

Expect hands-on outdoor work, varied watches day and night, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through BM qualifications and Navy training programs.

Qualifications

• Meet enlistment or commissioning standards for the U.S. Navy.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted roles; higher education for officers.

Responsibilities

• Stand watch as helmsman and Boatswain's Mate of the Watch.
• Operate small boats and support flight deck operations.
• Repair and maintain deck equipment and exterior surfaces.
• Conduct underway replenishment and cargo handling at sea.
• Stand security watches in port and underway.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Communication

Physical stamina

Watchstanding

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree or professional degree (officer path)

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate oversees seamanship and deck operations, handling small boats and maintaining topside equipment. They support cargo handling, flight deck activities, and maritime security, ensuring the fleet remains ready to sail and fight.

Expect hands-on outdoor work, varied watches day and night, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through BM qualifications and Navy training programs.