Maritime Deck Ops Specialist | Boatswain's Mate

U.S. Navy; Avenal (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement options

Education benefits

Job summary

U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswain’s Mates to serve as seamanship and deck operations experts onboard ships. You will stand watch, operate small boats, and support flight deck activities while maintaining deck equipment and surfaces.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and leadership opportunities as you advance through qualification and on-the-job training in a dynamic maritime environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Bachelor’s degree or officer-qualifying degree for officer positions.
• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, including citizenship/residency and security requirements.

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 and participate in naval ceremonies.

Skills

Physical strength & stamina

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Clear shipboard communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree or officer-qualifying degree

Job description

U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswain’s Mates to serve as seamanship and deck operations experts onboard ships. You will stand watch, operate small boats, and support flight deck activities while maintaining deck equipment and surfaces.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and leadership opportunities as you advance through qualification and on-the-job training in a dynamic maritime environment.