Boatswain’s Mate: Ship Deck Operations Expert

U.S. Navy; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations role that forms the backbone of a ship's crew. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security, helping keep the fleet ready to sail and fight.

Expect hands-on, outdoor work with varied weather, frequent watches, and high tempo evolutions. You will work closely with the deck department and have opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance

Qualifications

• Physical strength and stamina to work safely in an outdoor maritime environment.
• Ability to work well in a team, follow safety procedures, 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.

Skills

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Communication

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations role that forms the backbone of a ship's crew. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security, helping keep the fleet ready to sail and fight.

Expect hands-on, outdoor work with varied weather, frequent watches, and high tempo evolutions. You will work closely with the deck department and have opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance