Boatswain’s Mate: Deck & Flight Deck Ops

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

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Health care

Retirement benefits

Job summary

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship, deck operations, and watchstanding across ships and shore installations. You will manage small boats, maintain deck gear, and support cargo handling, flight deck activities, and security duties.

Expect outdoor work in varied conditions, frequent watches day and night, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through training and qualification programs.

Qualifications

• General enlistment standards to serve in the United States Navy.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Ability to meet medical, vision, dental, and fitness 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

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree or qualifying professional degree

Job description

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship, deck operations, and watchstanding across ships and shore installations. You will manage small boats, maintain deck gear, and support cargo handling, flight deck activities, and security duties.

Expect outdoor work in varied conditions, frequent watches day and night, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through training and qualification programs.