Boatswain's Mate: Flight Deck & Deck Ops Lead

U.S. Navy; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate roles involve seamanship and deck operations on surface ships, including handling small boats, maintaining topside equipment, and supporting cargo handling, flight deck activities, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight.

Expect hands-on outdoor work, standing watches day and night, and close teamwork within the deck department, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through BM qualification and shipboard progression.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, citizenship or legal residency status as required.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Ability to meet medical, vision, and dental standards and physical fitness requirements.
• Ability to work well in a team and communicate clearly in a shipboard environment.

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 Mate roles involve seamanship and deck operations on surface ships, including handling small boats, maintaining topside equipment, and supporting cargo handling, flight deck activities, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight.

Expect hands-on outdoor work, standing watches day and night, and close teamwork within the deck department, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through BM qualification and shipboard progression.