Deck Ops & Small-Boat Specialist

U.S. Navy; Porter (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy in the United States offers Boatswains Mate duties focused on seamanship and deck operations aboard surface ships. You will stand watches as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, and support flight deck and replenishment activities, maintaining deck equipment and surfaces.

This role emphasizes teamwork under varying weather and sea conditions, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance and pursue Navy qualifications and training paths.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards and medical, vision, and dental requirements.
• Some roles involve physical strength and stamina to work outdoors and in maritime conditions.
• Ability to communicate clearly in a shipboard environment and follow safety procedures.

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

Seamanship

Deck operations

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree ( Officer programs )

Job description

U.S. Navy in the United States offers Boatswains Mate duties focused on seamanship and deck operations aboard surface ships. You will stand watches as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, and support flight deck and replenishment activities, maintaining deck equipment and surfaces.

This role emphasizes teamwork under varying weather and sea conditions, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance and pursue Navy qualifications and training paths.