Maritime Deck & Small-Boat Ops Specialist

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

Job summary

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship, deck operations, and leadership on surface ships. You’ll handle small boats, maintain topside gear, support cargo handling, and contribute to flight deck operations and maritime security.

Expect outdoor, physically demanding work with watches day and night, at sea and in port, often in high tempo evolutions. Advancement is based on performance and time in rate within a strong team.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, including citizenship/work status as required.
• High school diploma or equivalent; officer positions require a bachelor’s degree.
• Meet age, medical, vision and dental standards, including physical fitness requirements.
• Eligibility for security clearance when required for rating or designator.
• Ability to work well in a team, follow safety procedures, and communicate clearly on a ship.

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

Teamwork

Communication

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree for officer positions

Job description

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship, deck operations, and leadership on surface ships. You’ll handle small boats, maintain topside gear, support cargo handling, and contribute to flight deck operations and maritime security.

Expect outdoor, physically demanding work with watches day and night, at sea and in port, often in high tempo evolutions. Advancement is based on performance and time in rate within a strong team.