Maritime Deck Operations & Watchstander

U.S. Navy; Beaver Dam (KY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Tuition Assistance

Retirement options

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ship's crew. They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security.

This role offers hands-on, outdoor work with frequent watches day and night, including underway replenishments and shipboard duties, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Ability to meet medical, vision, and physical fitness standards.
• Strong teamwork and communication under demanding maritime conditions.

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

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ship's crew. They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security.

This role offers hands-on, outdoor work with frequent watches day and night, including underway replenishments and shipboard duties, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance.