Deck Operations & Small Boat Specialist

U.S. Navy; Garden Plain (KS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Post-9/11 GI Bill

Health coverage

Retirement options

Job summary

U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mate to serve as seamanship and deck operations experts aboard ships. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight.

Expect hands-on outdoor work, varied weather, and frequent watches day and night, including sea and port operations. Opportunities to lead junior Sailors and advance within the deck department are available.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, including citizenship/residency where required.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Ability to meet medical, vision, dental and fitness standards.

Responsibilities

• Stand watch as helmsman, lookout, 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 and participate in naval ceremonies.

Skills

Seamanship

Deck operations

Watchstanding

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mate to serve as seamanship and deck operations experts aboard ships. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight.

Expect hands-on outdoor work, varied weather, and frequent watches day and night, including sea and port operations. Opportunities to lead junior Sailors and advance within the deck department are available.