Deck Ops & Small-Boat Specialist

U.S. Navy; Bellville (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement options

Tuition assistance

Job summary

United States Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to lead deck operations and seamanship duties aboard ships. You will stand watches, operate small boats, and support flight deck and underway replenishment while maintaining deck equipment and surfaces.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and physical readiness in varied maritime conditions, with opportunities for advancement within the deck department.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required for enlisted positions.
• Bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions.
• Ability to meet general enlistment or commissioning standards.

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.

Job description

United States Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to lead deck operations and seamanship duties aboard ships. You will stand watches, operate small boats, and support flight deck and underway replenishment while maintaining deck equipment and surfaces.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and physical readiness in varied maritime conditions, with opportunities for advancement within the deck department.