Boatswain’s Mate: Lead Deck Ops at Sea

U.S. Navy; Sitka (AK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations, manage small boats, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security.

You will stand watches as helmsman or lookout, and contribute to ship readiness and safety as part of the deck team. Assignments span surface ships and shore installations in the United States and overseas, with outdoor work in varied weather and high tempo evolutions during replenishments and flight deck activities.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy with standard enlistment requirements.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to operate outdoors in varied weather and sea conditions.

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

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations, manage small boats, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security.

You will stand watches as helmsman or lookout, and contribute to ship readiness and safety as part of the deck team. Assignments span surface ships and shore installations in the United States and overseas, with outdoor work in varied weather and high tempo evolutions during replenishments and flight deck activities.