Naval Deck & Small-Boat Operations Specialist

U.S. Navy; Bogata (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Health benefits

Retirement options

Job summary

Boatswains Mate in the U.S. Navy is a core seamanship role focused on deck operations, navigation, watchstanding, and ship handling. You’ll work on surface ships, manage line handling, rigging, and equipment maintenance, and contribute to cargo operations and flight deck support.

As you gain experience, you’ll lead junior Sailors, take on increasing responsibilities, and pursue advancement while serving aboard ships at sea or at shore installations around the world.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, as required by program and policy.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.

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

Deck operations

Watch standing

Job description

Boatswains Mate in the U.S. Navy is a core seamanship role focused on deck operations, navigation, watchstanding, and ship handling. You’ll work on surface ships, manage line handling, rigging, and equipment maintenance, and contribute to cargo operations and flight deck support.

As you gain experience, you’ll lead junior Sailors, take on increasing responsibilities, and pursue advancement while serving aboard ships at sea or at shore installations around the world.