Deck Operations Specialist - Small Boats

U.S. Navy; Leslie (WV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

GI Bill benefits

Navy COOL certifications

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations expert role, handling small boats, maintaining deck equipment, and supporting cargo handling and flight deck operations.

You will stand watches, work as part of a tight-knit deck team, and advance through qualification paths on surface ships and shore installations. Expect outdoor work in varied weather, frequent watches day and night, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment standards, including citizenship/work status, education, age, medical and background checks.
• Physical strength and stamina to work safely in an outdoor maritime environment.
• Ability to work well in a team and communicate clearly in a shipboard environment.

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

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree for officer positions

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations expert role, handling small boats, maintaining deck equipment, and supporting cargo handling and flight deck operations.

You will stand watches, work as part of a tight-knit deck team, and advance through qualification paths on surface ships and shore installations. Expect outdoor work in varied weather, frequent watches day and night, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance.