Deck Operations & Small Boat Specialist

U.S. Navy; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Post-9/11 GI Bill

Navy College Program opportunities

Job summary

U.S. Navy in the United States seeks a Boatswains Mate to handle seamanship and deck operations, including small boat handling and flight deck support. You will participate in cargo handling, security watches, and shipboard maintenance.

The role emphasizes teamwork, physical stamina, and adherence to safety standards, with career advancement through qualification and performance, across assignments on ships and shore installations.

Qualifications

• Enlistment eligibility and U.S. citizenship or acceptable residency status.
• Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards; passing required tests.
• Ability to work in a maritime, shipboard environment with safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Stand watch as helmsman, lookout, and Boatswains Mate of the Watch.
• Operate small boats and support flight deck 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 stamina

Safety procedures

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy in the United States seeks a Boatswains Mate to handle seamanship and deck operations, including small boat handling and flight deck support. You will participate in cargo handling, security watches, and shipboard maintenance.

The role emphasizes teamwork, physical stamina, and adherence to safety standards, with career advancement through qualification and performance, across assignments on ships and shore installations.