Boatswain’s Mate: Deck & Small-Boat Operations

U.S. Navy; Allenport (Washington County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Health coverage

Job summary

The U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates (Enlisted) who are seamanship and deck operations experts responsible for handling small boats, maintaining topside equipment, and supporting cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security.

You will stand watches, operate boats, conduct replenishment at sea, maintain deck equipment, and advance through qualification with on-the-job training. Expect outdoor work, variable weather, and close teamwork within the deck department as you

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy.
• A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Meeting 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.

Skills

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Watchstanding

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates (Enlisted) who are seamanship and deck operations experts responsible for handling small boats, maintaining topside equipment, and supporting cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security.

You will stand watches, operate boats, conduct replenishment at sea, maintain deck equipment, and advance through qualification with on-the-job training. Expect outdoor work, variable weather, and close teamwork within the deck department as you