Boatswain’s Mate: Deck Ops & Small Boat Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

GI Bill

Navy COOL-funded certifications

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to join the deck department, focusing on seamanship, watchstanding, and hands-on deck operations aboard ships. You will manage small boats and support flight deck activities, while maintaining exterior surfaces and cargo handling tasks.

You will work as part of a tight-knit team, advancing through on-the-job training and advancement opportunities within the naval hierarchy, in a dynamic maritime environment.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Ability to meet medical, vision, and dental standards.

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

Job description

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to join the deck department, focusing on seamanship, watchstanding, and hands-on deck operations aboard ships. You will manage small boats and support flight deck activities, while maintaining exterior surfaces and cargo handling tasks.

You will work as part of a tight-knit team, advancing through on-the-job training and advancement opportunities within the naval hierarchy, in a dynamic maritime environment.