Deck Operations & Small-Boat Specialist

U.S. Navy; Rayland (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ship's crew. They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security, keeping the fleet ready to sail and fight.

Responsibilities include standing watch as helmsman and lookout, operating boats, maintaining deck surfaces, conducting replenishment at sea, and participating in security watches and ceremonies.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards.
• A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor’s or qualifying professional degree for officer positions.

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

Physical strength

Teamwork

Communication

Safety procedures

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ship's crew. They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security, keeping the fleet ready to sail and fight.

Responsibilities include standing watch as helmsman and lookout, operating boats, maintaining deck surfaces, conducting replenishment at sea, and participating in security watches and ceremonies.