Boatswain’s Mate: Deck Ops & Small-Boat Lead

U.S. Navy; Rockwall (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Post-9/11 GI Bill

Navy COOL certifications

USMAP apprenticeships

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to join its deck operations team. You will manage seamanship tasks, stand watches, operate small boats, and support cargo handling and flight deck activities on ships and shore installations.

Expected duties include maintaining deck equipment, performing safety procedures, and coordinating with the deck team during replenishments and other evolutions in varied weather and sea states.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Ability to meet medical, vision, and dental standards as required.
• Eligibility for security clearance where 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

Physical stamina

Safety procedures

Clear communication

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to join its deck operations team. You will manage seamanship tasks, stand watches, operate small boats, and support cargo handling and flight deck activities on ships and shore installations.

Expected duties include maintaining deck equipment, performing safety procedures, and coordinating with the deck team during replenishments and other evolutions in varied weather and sea states.