Deck & Small-Boat Operations Specialist

U.S. Navy; Mazon (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Post-9/11 GI Bill

Navy College Program

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations expert responsible for standing watch, operating small boats, and supporting flight deck and cargo handling.

You will repair deck equipment and contribute to security watches at sea and in port, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance. This role requires physical fitness, teamwork, and proficiency in seamanship, deck operations, and watchstanding, with on-the-job training and advancement through BM A School after

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards.
• A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor or qualifying professional degree for officer positions.
• Advancement based on performance, time in rate, and required qualifications.

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

Watchstanding

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Boat handling equipment

Flight deck operations

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations expert responsible for standing watch, operating small boats, and supporting flight deck and cargo handling.

You will repair deck equipment and contribute to security watches at sea and in port, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance. This role requires physical fitness, teamwork, and proficiency in seamanship, deck operations, and watchstanding, with on-the-job training and advancement through BM A School after