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

U.S. Navy; West Terre Haute (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

GI Bill

Navy COOL funded certifications

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate (enlisted) role involving seamanship, deck operations, and hands-on ship duties. You will stand watch, operate small boats, support flight deck operations, and maintain deck equipment. Opportunities for leadership and advancement exist within a dynamic maritime environment.

The position emphasizes teamwork, physical endurance, and adherence to safety procedures across varied weather and sea conditions aboard surface ships and shore installations.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions; bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions.

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.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (enlisted)

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate (enlisted) role involving seamanship, deck operations, and hands-on ship duties. You will stand watch, operate small boats, support flight deck operations, and maintain deck equipment. Opportunities for leadership and advancement exist within a dynamic maritime environment.

The position emphasizes teamwork, physical endurance, and adherence to safety procedures across varied weather and sea conditions aboard surface ships and shore installations.