Boatswain’s Mate: Deck & Small-Boat Ops

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

Job summary

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate, a deck operations and seamanship expert who keeps ships ready to sail and fight. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security.

Expect hands-on, outdoor work in varied weather, with frequent watches at sea and in port. Lead junior Sailors as you advance and work in a tight, highly coordinated team on surface ships and shore installations.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, a high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and meeting age, medical, vision, and character standards.
• On the job qualification in seamanship, small boat handling, deck operations, and watchstanding.
• Advancement based on performance, time in rate, completion of required qualifications, and advancement exams.

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

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate, a deck operations and seamanship expert who keeps ships ready to sail and fight. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security.

Expect hands-on, outdoor work in varied weather, with frequent watches at sea and in port. Lead junior Sailors as you advance and work in a tight, highly coordinated team on surface ships and shore installations.