Deck Operations & Small-Boat Specialist

U.S. Navy; Red Cloud (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Health coverage

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate roles involve seamanship, deck operations, and hands-on work on ships. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready.

This is a demanding, outdoor, teamwork-focused career with watches day and night, opportunities to lead, and ongoing training through BM schools and qualification programs.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards.
• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve citizenship or other legal residency and work status.
• A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelors 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

Teamwork

Communication

Physical fitness

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate roles involve seamanship, deck operations, and hands-on work on ships. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready.

This is a demanding, outdoor, teamwork-focused career with watches day and night, opportunities to lead, and ongoing training through BM schools and qualification programs.