Boatswain's Mate: Deck Ops & Small Boat Mastery

U.S. Navy; Dunn (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate, a seamanship and deck operations expert who forms the backbone of a ship's crew.

You will stand watches, operate small boats, maintain deck equipment, and assist in cargo handling and flight deck activities, contributing to the ship's readiness and safety. Opportunities exist to lead sailors as you advance your career in a dynamic maritime environment.

Qualifications

• Physical strength and stamina to work safely in an outdoor maritime environment, often with repetitive tasks, ladders, and heavy loads.
• Ability to work well in a team, follow safety procedures, and communicate clearly in a shipboard environment.

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

U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate, a seamanship and deck operations expert who forms the backbone of a ship's crew.

You will stand watches, operate small boats, maintain deck equipment, and assist in cargo handling and flight deck activities, contributing to the ship's readiness and safety. Opportunities exist to lead sailors as you advance your career in a dynamic maritime environment.