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

U.S. Navy; Port Isabel (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education benefits

Career advancement

Health coverage

Job summary

The Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations expert forming the backbone of a ship's crew in the United States Navy. They 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.

Key responsibilities include standing watch, operating boats, conducting replenishment at sea, and participating in naval ceremonies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy.
• Meeting age and medical standards as per Navy policy.

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.

Job description

The Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations expert forming the backbone of a ship's crew in the United States Navy. They 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.

Key responsibilities include standing watch, operating boats, conducting replenishment at sea, and participating in naval ceremonies.