Maritime Deck Operations & Small-Boat Specialist

U.S. Navy; Buzzards Bay (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Healthcare

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to support seamanship and deck operations aboard ships. You will manage small boat handling, topside equipment, cargo handling, and flight deck activities while maintaining safety and readiness.

The role involves standing watches, working outdoors in varied conditions, and advancing with the deck department through teamwork and leadership in both port and sea environments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required for enlisted status.
• Bachelor's degree required for officer programs or progression.

Responsibilities

• Stand watch as helmsman, lookout, and Boatswain’s 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; participate in naval ceremonies.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Watchstanding

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree for officer positions

Job description

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to support seamanship and deck operations aboard ships. You will manage small boat handling, topside equipment, cargo handling, and flight deck activities while maintaining safety and readiness.

The role involves standing watches, working outdoors in varied conditions, and advancing with the deck department through teamwork and leadership in both port and sea environments.