Boatswain's Mate: Flight Deck & Deck Ops

U.S. Navy; Steger (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

GI Bill

Health Coverage

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, keeping the fleet ready to sail and fight. They stand watches, operate boats, and work as part of a team in varied conditions, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as they advance through BM qualification and training in Great Lakes, Illinois, and on ships

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards.

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 ships 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 stand watches, operate boats, and work as part of a team in varied conditions, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as they advance through BM qualification and training in Great Lakes, Illinois, and on ships