Boatswain Mate - Deck & Small Boat Ops

U.S. Navy; Sedgwick (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Post-9/11 GI Bill

Navy COOL certifications

ACE credits for Navy training

USMAP apprenticeships

Job summary

U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates to perform seamanship and deck operations essential to fleet readiness.

You will stand watches as helmsman and watchstander, operate small boats, and support flight deck and cargo handling activities on ships and at shore facilities. Responsibilities include maintaining deck equipment, performing underway replenishments, and coordinating security watches in port and at sea.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Excellent physical fitness and ability to work outdoors in varied weather.
• Ability to work in a team and follow safety procedures aboard a ship.

Responsibilities

• Stand watch as helmsman 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

Watchstanding

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates to perform seamanship and deck operations essential to fleet readiness.

You will stand watches as helmsman and watchstander, operate small boats, and support flight deck and cargo handling activities on ships and at shore facilities. Responsibilities include maintaining deck equipment, performing underway replenishments, and coordinating security watches in port and at sea.