Deck & Small-Boat Operations Specialist

U.S. Navy; Millbrook (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Navy Health Care

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate plays a critical role in seamanship and deck operations aboard ships. You will supervise small boats, maintain topside gear, and support cargo handling, flight deck activities, and security duties while contributing to fleet readiness.

Expect varied weather, long watches, and high tempo evolutions. Opportunities exist to lead junior Sailors and advance through performance and qualification achievements across Navy deployments and shore assignments.

Qualifications

• Must meet general Navy enlistment standards.
• High school diploma or equivalent required for enlisted positions.
• Strong teamwork and physical fitness required.

Responsibilities

• Stand watch as helmsman and lookout.
• Operate small boats and support flight deck operations.
• Repair and maintain deck equipment and exterior surfaces.
• Conduct underway replenishment and cargo handling at sea.
• Stand security watches in port and underway.

Skills

Seamanship

Deck operations

Watchstanding

Small boat handling

Flight deck operations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Deck equipment

Small boats

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate plays a critical role in seamanship and deck operations aboard ships. You will supervise small boats, maintain topside gear, and support cargo handling, flight deck activities, and security duties while contributing to fleet readiness.

Expect varied weather, long watches, and high tempo evolutions. Opportunities exist to lead junior Sailors and advance through performance and qualification achievements across Navy deployments and shore assignments.