Boatswain's Mate - Deck & Flight Ops Specialist

U.S. Navy; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education benefits

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations, including watchstanding, small-boat handling, and cargo tasks. You will maintain deck equipment, support flight deck activities, and participate in replenishment operations at sea.

Expect outdoor, physically demanding duties with frequent watches, shipboard teamwork, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through training and rate qualifications.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting enlistment standards and possessing basic physical fitness.
• Demonstrated teamwork and ability to follow procedures in demanding environments.
• Capacity to learn shipboard sea skills and operate under supervision.

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

Education

High school diploma

Job description

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations, including watchstanding, small-boat handling, and cargo tasks. You will maintain deck equipment, support flight deck activities, and participate in replenishment operations at sea.

Expect outdoor, physically demanding duties with frequent watches, shipboard teamwork, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through training and rate qualifications.