Boatswain's Mate - Deck & Small Boat Ops

U.S. Navy; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mates who are seamanship and deck operations experts to support ships’ readiness. You will stand watches as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, and maintain deck equipment while contributing to cargo handling, flight deck duties, and maritime security.

You will work in varied weather and sea conditions, with frequent watches day and night, in a highly collaborative deck department, and you may have opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance in rate.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, including citizenship/work status as applicable.
• A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions; bachelor’s degree for officer programs.
• Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, and physical fitness requirements.

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

Safety procedures

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mates who are seamanship and deck operations experts to support ships’ readiness. You will stand watches as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, and maintain deck equipment while contributing to cargo handling, flight deck duties, and maritime security.

You will work in varied weather and sea conditions, with frequent watches day and night, in a highly collaborative deck department, and you may have opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance in rate.