Maritime Deck Operations Specialist

U.S. Navy; Stevens Point (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations role at sea and ashore. You’ll lead watch teams, handle small boats, and maintain deck equipment while ensuring ship readiness and safety.

Expect outdoor, physically demanding work with varied schedules, including watches day and night, aboard surface ships and at shore installations. Opportunities to lead sailors grow with time in rate and performance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Ability to meet general enlistment standards and medical/dental/fitness requirements.
• Willingness to undergo Recruit Training and BM A School.

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

Teamwork

Communication

Physical fitness

Safety awareness

Leadership potential

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations role at sea and ashore. You’ll lead watch teams, handle small boats, and maintain deck equipment while ensuring ship readiness and safety.

Expect outdoor, physically demanding work with varied schedules, including watches day and night, aboard surface ships and at shore installations. Opportunities to lead sailors grow with time in rate and performance.