Naval Deck Ops & Small Boat Specialist

U.S. Navy; Iron Ridge (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates, skilled seamanship and deck operations specialists who serve on surface ships. They manage small boats, oversee deck equipment, and support cargo handling and flight deck operations.

This role emphasizes teamwork, standing watches, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you gain time in rate and qualifications while serving aboard ships and at shore installations.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, a high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor’s or qualifying professional degree for officer positions.
• Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy. Some communities have more restrictive age ranges.
• Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards.
• Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening.
• Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs.

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

Bachelor's degree or qualifying professional degree for officer positions

Job description

The U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates, skilled seamanship and deck operations specialists who serve on surface ships. They manage small boats, oversee deck equipment, and support cargo handling and flight deck operations.

This role emphasizes teamwork, standing watches, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you gain time in rate and qualifications while serving aboard ships and at shore installations.