Deck & Small-Boat Operations Specialist

U.S. Navy; Olive Hill (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Post-9/11 GI Bill

ACE-recommended college credit for NAV

Navy COOL-funded certifications

USMAP apprenticeships

Health coverage

Job summary

The Boatswains Mate role in the U.S. Navy focuses on seamanship, deck operations, and leadership within the deck department. Responsibilities include operating small boats, overseeing cargo handling, and maintaining deck equipment to keep ships ready for deployment.

You will stand watches, work at sea and in port, and advance through on-the-job training and formal schools. This position offers Navy benefits and strong teamwork in a physically demanding maritime environment.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, including citizenship/work status, high school diploma or equivalent, and medical/fitness requirements.

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

The Boatswains Mate role in the U.S. Navy focuses on seamanship, deck operations, and leadership within the deck department. Responsibilities include operating small boats, overseeing cargo handling, and maintaining deck equipment to keep ships ready for deployment.

You will stand watches, work at sea and in port, and advance through on-the-job training and formal schools. This position offers Navy benefits and strong teamwork in a physically demanding maritime environment.