Boatswain's Mate: Deck Ops & Seamanship

U.S. Navy; Rocksprings (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Post-9/11 GI Bill

Navy COOL credentials

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations expert role embedded in shipboard operations. You will manage small boats, maintain deck equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and security duties while the fleet stays prepared to sail and fight.

Expect outdoor, hands-on work in varied weather, frequent watches day and night, and teamwork within the deck department. Opportunities for advancement and leadership development are available through Navy training

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include eligibility to serve in the United States Navy; a high school diploma or equivalent; age limits; medical, vision and dental standards; character and conduct standards; testing; and potential 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

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Physical stamina

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions

Bachelor's degree for officer positions

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations expert role embedded in shipboard operations. You will manage small boats, maintain deck equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and security duties while the fleet stays prepared to sail and fight.

Expect outdoor, hands-on work in varied weather, frequent watches day and night, and teamwork within the deck department. Opportunities for advancement and leadership development are available through Navy training