Boatswain’s Mate: Deck Ops & Small Boat Expert

U.S. Navy; Lavalette (WV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Post-9/11 GI Bill

Navy COOL certifications

Job summary

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate, a seamanship and deck operations expert responsible for helm duties, small-boat handling, and maintaining exterior ship surfaces. You will support flight deck operations, cargo handling, and security watches, serving as a key member of the deck team.

Expect outdoor work in varied conditions, with watches day and night, at sea and in port, contributing to high tempo evolutions and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance.

Qualifications

• General enlistment standards apply, including citizenship/work status as required.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted roles; bachelor’s for officer roles.
• Ability to meet medical, vision, dental, age, and conduct standards; successful test scores may be required.

Responsibilities

• Stand watch as helmsman, lookout, and Boatswain's 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; participate in naval ceremonies.

Skills

Seamanship

Deck operations

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree or equivalent for officer

Job description

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate, a seamanship and deck operations expert responsible for helm duties, small-boat handling, and maintaining exterior ship surfaces. You will support flight deck operations, cargo handling, and security watches, serving as a key member of the deck team.

Expect outdoor work in varied conditions, with watches day and night, at sea and in port, contributing to high tempo evolutions and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance.