Deck & Small-Boat Operations Specialist

U.S. Navy; Town of Hoosick (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations expert essential to a ship's crew. You manage small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready for sea and action.

You will stand watches, operate boats, perform deck maintenance, and participate in replenishments and security duties, with leadership opportunities as you progress within the deck department.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment standards and demonstrate teamwork, physical fitness, and safety discipline.
• Prior experience in seamanship, deck handling or watchstanding is beneficial but not required.

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

Watchstanding

Small boat handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations expert essential to a ship's crew. You manage small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready for sea and action.

You will stand watches, operate boats, perform deck maintenance, and participate in replenishments and security duties, with leadership opportunities as you progress within the deck department.