Deck Operations Specialist — Boatswain’s Mate (Navy)

U.S. Navy; Lock Haven (Clinton County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations essential to ship readiness. You will stand watches, operate small boats, and assist in flight deck and cargo handling.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety in a maritime environment, and advancement through on-the-job training and formal schooling. This is a front-line, outdoor maritime occupation with varied duties at sea and in port.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Ability to work outdoors in varied weather and sea conditions.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and work in a shipboard environment.

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

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations essential to ship readiness. You will stand watches, operate small boats, and assist in flight deck and cargo handling.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety in a maritime environment, and advancement through on-the-job training and formal schooling. This is a front-line, outdoor maritime occupation with varied duties at sea and in port.