Boatswain's Mate: Deck Ops & Small Boat Work

U.S. Navy; Clemson (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

GI Bill benefits

Navy COOL certifications

Job summary

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mates who are seamanship and deck operations experts responsible for standing watches, operating small boats, and maintaining deck equipment across ships and shore installations.

They support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight. You will work outdoors in varied weather and sea conditions, with high tempo evolutions during replenishments and flight deck activities, and have opportunities to lead

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, including citizenship/work status.
• High school diploma or equivalent; medical and fitness standards as required.

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.

Skills

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Safety procedures

Watchstanding

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree (officer programs)

Job description

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mates who are seamanship and deck operations experts responsible for standing watches, operating small boats, and maintaining deck equipment across ships and shore installations.

They support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight. You will work outdoors in varied weather and sea conditions, with high tempo evolutions during replenishments and flight deck activities, and have opportunities to lead