Boatswain’s Mate – Deck Ops at Sea

U.S. Navy; Fordyce (NE); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate role focused on seamanship, deck operations, and ship handling. You will oversee small boat operations, maintain deck gear, and support flight deck activities while adhering to safety and security protocols.

The position emphasizes teamwork, watchstanding, and progressive responsibility across surface Navy operations, with assignments on ships and shore facilities domestically and abroad.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting enlistment and citizenship requirements.
• Additional qualifications may include physical strength and stamina, ability to work in a team, and clear communication.

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.

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate role focused on seamanship, deck operations, and ship handling. You will oversee small boat operations, maintain deck gear, and support flight deck activities while adhering to safety and security protocols.

The position emphasizes teamwork, watchstanding, and progressive responsibility across surface Navy operations, with assignments on ships and shore facilities domestically and abroad.