Boatswain's Mate: Deck Ops & Seamanship

U.S. Navy; Jermyn (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 24,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mate to serve as seamanship and deck operations expert. You will stand watch as helmsman and Boatswains Mate of the Watch, operate small boats, and support flight deck and cargo handling operations.

Work is hands-on and outdoors in varied conditions, with emphasis on teamwork, safety procedures, and readiness for shipboard duties. Opportunities for progression exist within the deck department.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards.
• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy with citizenship/work status as required.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions; officers need a degree.
• Medical, vision and dental standards; age and background checks conducted.

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 external surfaces.
• Conduct underway replenishment and cargo handling at sea.
• Stand security watches and participate in naval ceremonies.

Skills

Seamanship

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mate to serve as seamanship and deck operations expert. You will stand watch as helmsman and Boatswains Mate of the Watch, operate small boats, and support flight deck and cargo handling operations.

Work is hands-on and outdoors in varied conditions, with emphasis on teamwork, safety procedures, and readiness for shipboard duties. Opportunities for progression exist within the deck department.