Shipboard Deck Ops & Small Boat Specialist

U.S. Navy; McBain (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate roles involve seamanship and deck operations critical to ship readiness. You will stand watches, operate small boats, support flight deck and amphibious tasks, and maintain deck equipment and surfaces.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety procedures, and opportunities for advancement through on-the-job training and formal schools. Shipboard assignments will be in the United States and overseas, with demanding outdoor work in varied conditions.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, including citizenship or residency requirements, a high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and meeting age, medical, vision, dental, character, and conduct 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

Deck operations

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate roles involve seamanship and deck operations critical to ship readiness. You will stand watches, operate small boats, support flight deck and amphibious tasks, and maintain deck equipment and surfaces.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety procedures, and opportunities for advancement through on-the-job training and formal schools. Shipboard assignments will be in the United States and overseas, with demanding outdoor work in varied conditions.