Maritime Deck & Small-Boat Operations Specialist

U.S. Navy; Navasota (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to help manage seamanship and deck operations aboard ships. You will stand watches as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, and support flight deck and cargo-handling activities.

You will repair deck equipment, participate in underway replenishments, and perform security watches and naval ceremonies, working in varied weather and sea conditions as part of a tight-knit deck team.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required for enlisted roles; officers require a bachelor’s degree.
• Meeting age, medical, vision, and dental standards; background screening; and security eligibility where required.

Responsibilities

• Stand watch as helmsman, lookout, and Boatswains Mate of the Watch.
• Operate small boats and support flight deck operations.
• Repair and maintain deck equipment and exterior ship surfaces.
• Conduct underway replenishment and cargo handling at sea.
• Stand port and in-port security watches and participate in naval ceremonies.

Skills

Physical stamina

Teamwork & communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree for officer positions

Job description

The U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to help manage seamanship and deck operations aboard ships. You will stand watches as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, and support flight deck and cargo-handling activities.

You will repair deck equipment, participate in underway replenishments, and perform security watches and naval ceremonies, working in varied weather and sea conditions as part of a tight-knit deck team.