Boatswain’s Mate: Deck Ops & Sea Duty Leader

U.S. Navy; Avery (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Health benefits

Retirement options

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ships crew.

They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security, keeping the fleet ready to sail and fight. This role offers hands-on, outdoor work with frequent watches day and night, at sea and in port, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance within a close-knit deck team aboard surface ships and shore

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy and meet general enlistment standards.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Ability to meet medical, vision, and physical fitness standards.
• Background and conduct standards; security clearance when required.

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

Physical strength

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ships crew.

They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security, keeping the fleet ready to sail and fight. This role offers hands-on, outdoor work with frequent watches day and night, at sea and in port, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance within a close-knit deck team aboard surface ships and shore