Deck Operations & Small-Boat Specialist

U.S. Navy; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate roles involve seamanship and deck operations essential to a ship’s crew. You’ll handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, assist cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security, keeping the fleet ready to sail and fight.

Expect hands-on outdoor work in varied conditions, frequent watches day and night, and high-tempo evolutions during replenishments and flight deck activities. Opportunities to lead junior Sailors mature with time in rate.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy and satisfy citizen/ residency requirements.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted roles.
• Age, medical, vision and dental standards with fitness requirements.

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

Teamwork

Communication

Safety procedures

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate roles involve seamanship and deck operations essential to a ship’s crew. You’ll handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, assist cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security, keeping the fleet ready to sail and fight.

Expect hands-on outdoor work in varied conditions, frequent watches day and night, and high-tempo evolutions during replenishments and flight deck activities. Opportunities to lead junior Sailors mature with time in rate.