Maritime Deck & Small-Boat Operations Specialist

U.S. Navy; Lester Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

GI Bill

Job summary

The U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to excel in seamanship, deck operations, and watchstanding. You will manage small boats, oversee deck equipment, and support flight deck activities, cargo handling, and security duties on ships and at shore installations.

Expect hands-on, outdoor work in varied conditions, with frequent watches day and night, including at sea, ports, and during replenishments. Opportunities exist to lead junior Sailors as you advance within the deck department.

Qualifications

• Physical strength and stamina required for outdoor maritime work and handling heavy loads.
• Ability to work well in a team and communicate clearly in a shipboard environment.

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.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to excel in seamanship, deck operations, and watchstanding. You will manage small boats, oversee deck equipment, and support flight deck activities, cargo handling, and security duties on ships and at shore installations.

Expect hands-on, outdoor work in varied conditions, with frequent watches day and night, including at sea, ports, and during replenishments. Opportunities exist to lead junior Sailors as you advance within the deck department.