Maritime Deck & Small-Boat Operations Specialist

U.S. Navy; Okolona (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Post-9/11 GI Bill

Navy COOL certifications

ACE-approved college credit

USMAP apprenticeships

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 to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight.

This role offers hands-on, outdoor work in varied weather, with frequent watches day and night at sea and in port, and clear pathways to lead junior Sailors as you advance.

Qualifications

• Eligible to serve in the United States Navy and meet enlistment standards.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to pass medical, vision, and dental standards and background checks.

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.

Skills

Seamanship

Deck operations

Small boat handling

Watchstanding

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Deck equipment

Small boats

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 to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight.

This role offers hands-on, outdoor work in varied weather, with frequent watches day and night at sea and in port, and clear pathways to lead junior Sailors as you advance.