Boatswain's Mate: Deck Ops & Seamanship

U.S. Navy; Town of Lake Mills (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate seeks a skilled sailor to manage deck operations, handle small boats, and support cargo handling and flight deck duties. You will participate in underway replenishments and maintain exterior surfaces, with watches day and night in varied conditions.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and potential advancement within the deck department, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you gain experience.

Qualifications

• Includes meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards.
• Requires teamwork and ability to operate under safety procedures.

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.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Communication

Physical endurance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Officer programs (for future)

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate seeks a skilled sailor to manage deck operations, handle small boats, and support cargo handling and flight deck duties. You will participate in underway replenishments and maintain exterior surfaces, with watches day and night in varied conditions.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and potential advancement within the deck department, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you gain experience.