Deck & Small-Boat Ops Specialist

U.S. Navy; Port Hueneme (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

GI Bill

Job summary

U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates to perform seamanship and deck operations, including standing watches, handling small boats, and supporting flight deck tasks. You will maintain deck equipment, assist in replenishments at sea, and participate in security watches and ceremonies.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and professional development through BM qualification and on-the-job training, with assignments aboard ships and shore installations.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, including eligibility to serve in the United States Navy and high school diploma or equivalent.
• On the job qualifications include seamanship, small boat handling, deck operations, and watchstanding.
• Additional qualifications may include skills, education, licensure, or experience reviewed by a recruiter.

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

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

N/A

Job description

U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates to perform seamanship and deck operations, including standing watches, handling small boats, and supporting flight deck tasks. You will maintain deck equipment, assist in replenishments at sea, and participate in security watches and ceremonies.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and professional development through BM qualification and on-the-job training, with assignments aboard ships and shore installations.