Boatswain’s Mate: Deck & Flight Deck Ops Leader

U.S. Navy; Red Bay (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations expert responsible for standing watch, operating small boats, and maintaining deck equipment. You will support flight deck operations, cargo handling, and maritime security while working with a close-knit team across ships and shore installations in the U.S.

and overseas. This hands-on role demands physical fitness and adaptability to varied weather and sea conditions, with frequent watches day and night and opportunities to lead

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Physical fitness standards; age and medical requirements.

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

Teamwork

Watchstanding

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations expert responsible for standing watch, operating small boats, and maintaining deck equipment. You will support flight deck operations, cargo handling, and maritime security while working with a close-knit team across ships and shore installations in the U.S.

and overseas. This hands-on role demands physical fitness and adaptability to varied weather and sea conditions, with frequent watches day and night and opportunities to lead