Boatswain's Mate: Deck & Flight Deck Ops at Sea

U.S. Navy; Connell (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates who are seamanship and deck operations experts.

You will be the backbone of the ship’s crew, handling small boats, maintaining topside equipment, and supporting cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight. Expect hands-on, outdoor work in varied weather, with frequent watches day and night at sea and in port, contributing to high tempo evolutions during replenishments, small boat operations, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy.
• Physical strength and stamina for outdoor maritime work.

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

Watchstanding

Job description

The U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates who are seamanship and deck operations experts.

You will be the backbone of the ship’s crew, handling small boats, maintaining topside equipment, and supporting cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight. Expect hands-on, outdoor work in varied weather, with frequent watches day and night at sea and in port, contributing to high tempo evolutions during replenishments, small boat operations, and