Boatswain's Mate: Deck Ops & Ship Handling

U.S. Navy; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Health Coverage

Bonuses

Job summary

The U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to serve as a seamanship and deck operations expert. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight.

Responsibilities include standing watches, operating boats, repairing deck gear, conducting replenishments, and enforcing safety procedures in a dynamic maritime environment.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment standards and a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work well in a team, follow safety procedures, and communicate clearly in a shipboard environment.
• Physical strength and stamina needed for outdoor maritime work and heavy loads.

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

Communication

Physical fitness

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to serve as a seamanship and deck operations expert. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight.

Responsibilities include standing watches, operating boats, repairing deck gear, conducting replenishments, and enforcing safety procedures in a dynamic maritime environment.