Boatswain's Mate: Deck & Flight Deck Ops

U.S. Navy; Erick (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Post-9/11 GI Bill

Navy College Program opportunities

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate seeks skilled personnel to serve as seamanship and deck-operations experts. You will support cargo handling, flight deck activities, and maritime security while maintaining topside equipment and handling small boats across a fleet-wide spectrum.

You will stand watches, operate in varied weather, and work closely with the deck team. Advancement and leadership opportunities are available through on-the-job qualifications and required training.

Qualifications

• Adequate seamanship and deck operations skills essential for shipboard duties.
• Ability to operate small boats and support flight deck activities.
• Proven teamwork and effective communication in a naval environment.

Responsibilities

• Stand watch as helmsman, lookout, and Boatswain's 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

Small boat handling

Watchstanding

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate seeks skilled personnel to serve as seamanship and deck-operations experts. You will support cargo handling, flight deck activities, and maritime security while maintaining topside equipment and handling small boats across a fleet-wide spectrum.

You will stand watches, operate in varied weather, and work closely with the deck team. Advancement and leadership opportunities are available through on-the-job qualifications and required training.