Boatswain’s Mate: Deck Ops & Seamanship Leader

U.S. Navy; Loris (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

GI Bill

Navy College Program opportunities

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to serve on surface ships, performing seamanship and deck operations essential to fleet readiness. You will stand watches, operate small boats, and support cargo handling and flight deck activities.

Responsibilities include maintenance of deck equipment, underway replenishment, and security watches. Opportunities exist to lead junior Sailors as you advance within the Navy structure.

Qualifications

• Seamanship and deck operations expertise.
• Onboard watches and shipboard duties.
• Ability to operate small boats and handle deck equipment.

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

Seamanship

Deck operations

Watchstanding

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to serve on surface ships, performing seamanship and deck operations essential to fleet readiness. You will stand watches, operate small boats, and support cargo handling and flight deck activities.

Responsibilities include maintenance of deck equipment, underway replenishment, and security watches. Opportunities exist to lead junior Sailors as you advance within the Navy structure.