Boatswain's Mate: Deck & Small-Boat Ops

U.S. Navy; Byesville (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Navy COOL Certifications

ACE-credited college credit

Health benefits

Job summary

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.

They work hands-on, outdoors in varied weather, with watches day and night, and high tempo evolutions during replenishments and flight deck activities. Opportunities exist to lead junior Sailors as you advance.

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

Job description

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.

They work hands-on, outdoors in varied weather, with watches day and night, and high tempo evolutions during replenishments and flight deck activities. Opportunities exist to lead junior Sailors as you advance.