Boatswain's Mate: Deck & Small Boat Ops

U.S. Navy; Evergreen (MT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates who are seamanship and deck operations experts. You will stand watches, operate small boats, maintain deck equipment, and support cargo handling and flight deck activities to keep ships ready for operations.

As part of the deck team, you will work outdoors in varied conditions, join high tempo evolutions at sea and in port, and have opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through training and qualification programs.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy and citizenship or residency requirements.
• A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions; bachelor’s or qualifying degree for officers.
• Meeting age, medical, vision, and dental standards, including physical fitness.

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

Watchstanding

Small boat handling

Flight deck support

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

The U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates who are seamanship and deck operations experts. You will stand watches, operate small boats, maintain deck equipment, and support cargo handling and flight deck activities to keep ships ready for operations.

As part of the deck team, you will work outdoors in varied conditions, join high tempo evolutions at sea and in port, and have opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through training and qualification programs.