Shipboard Deck & Small-Boat Ops Specialist

U.S. Navy; Nevada City (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy in the United States seeks Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations, including standing watches, operating small boats, and supporting flight deck and replenishment activities. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and maintaining exterior ship surfaces.

Responsibilities include watchstanding, cargo handling, and naval ceremonies, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance. Assignment locations span ships and shore installations.

Qualifications

• Enlistment standards apply; high school diploma or equivalent
• Strong seamanship and deck operation skills
• Ability to work in challenging maritime conditions

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

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Watchstanding

Education

High school diploma

Job description

U.S. Navy in the United States seeks Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations, including standing watches, operating small boats, and supporting flight deck and replenishment activities. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and maintaining exterior ship surfaces.

Responsibilities include watchstanding, cargo handling, and naval ceremonies, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance. Assignment locations span ships and shore installations.