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

U.S. Navy; Whitesville (KY); Presencial; USD 27.000 - 52.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Tuition Assistance

Health coverage

Retirement options

Descripción de la vacante

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ship's crew.

They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security, keeping the fleet ready to sail and fight. This role involves standing watches, operating boats, repairing deck gear, and participating in underway replenishments and sea‑going operations, often in team settings with the deck department.

Formación

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment standards and eligibility to serve in the United States Navy.
• A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Meeting age, medical, vision, dental, and conduct standards with background screening and tests as applicable.

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Conocimientos

Seamanship

Deck operations

Watchstanding

Small boats

Educación

HS Diploma or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ship's crew.

They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security, keeping the fleet ready to sail and fight. This role involves standing watches, operating boats, repairing deck gear, and participating in underway replenishments and sea‑going operations, often in team settings with the deck department.