Boatswain’s Mate: Naval Deck Ops Specialist

U.S. Navy; Dalton City (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

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 watch, operate equipment, and participate in replenishments and ceremonies. Training and advancement opportunities exist within a collaborative deck department, with assignments on ships and shore

Qualifications

• Seamanship and deck operations expertise highlighted in the overview.
• Watchstanding and shipboard teamwork emphasized in responsibilities.
• Pathways include training and advancement within the Navy.

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

Teamwork

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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 watch, operate equipment, and participate in replenishments and ceremonies. Training and advancement opportunities exist within a collaborative deck department, with assignments on ships and shore