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

U.S. Navy; Maggie Valley (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

GI Bill

Health Coverage

Retirement

Job summary

The U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mate to lead seamanship and deck operations aboard ships. You will stand watch as helmsman and Boatswains Mate of the Watch, operate small boats, maintain deck equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and security.

This is a hands-on, outdoor role requiring teamwork, physical fitness, and readiness for varied weather and sea conditions; opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance and to serve on surface ships at sea and ashore.

Qualifications

• General enlistment standards apply, including citizenship/work status, age, medical and fitness requirements.
• Ability to work in a shipboard maritime environment and follow safety procedures.
• On-the-job training and advancement opportunities within the Navy.

Responsibilities

• Stand watch as helmsman 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

Seamanship

Deck operations

Watchstanding

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mate to lead seamanship and deck operations aboard ships. You will stand watch as helmsman and Boatswains Mate of the Watch, operate small boats, maintain deck equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and security.

This is a hands-on, outdoor role requiring teamwork, physical fitness, and readiness for varied weather and sea conditions; opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance and to serve on surface ships at sea and ashore.