Boatswain's Mate: Deck & Small-Boat Operations

U.S. Navy; Santee (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ships crew. They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security.

Stand watch as helmsman, perform deck maintenance, and participate in replenishments and shipboard evolutions while advancing through on-the-job qualifications and training opportunities. Expect varied outdoor work, teamwork, and leadership development.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to stand watch as helmsman and lookout.
• Experience in deck operations and seamanship preferred.
• Clear communication and ability to work in a Navy shipboard environment.

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

Seamanship

Deck operations

Teamwork

Watchstanding

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ships crew. They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security.

Stand watch as helmsman, perform deck maintenance, and participate in replenishments and shipboard evolutions while advancing through on-the-job qualifications and training opportunities. Expect varied outdoor work, teamwork, and leadership development.