Maritime Deck & Small-Boat Ops Specialist

U.S. Navy; Stony Ridge (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy in the United States invites enthusiastic recruits to join Boatswains Mate, a role focused on seamanship, deck operations, and ship handling.

As a Boatswains Mate you will stand watches, operate small boats, maintain equipment, and support cargo handling, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you gain experience.

Expect outdoor work, shipboard routines, and a clear path through BM A School with a commit to safety and teamwork across a demanding maritime environment.

Qualifications

• Eligible to enlist in the United States Navy.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Physically fit and able to meet Navy standards.

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

Skills

Seamanship

Watchstanding

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Small boats handling

Education

High school diploma

Job description

U.S. Navy in the United States invites enthusiastic recruits to join Boatswains Mate, a role focused on seamanship, deck operations, and ship handling.

As a Boatswains Mate you will stand watches, operate small boats, maintain equipment, and support cargo handling, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you gain experience.

Expect outdoor work, shipboard routines, and a clear path through BM A School with a commit to safety and teamwork across a demanding maritime environment.