Boatswains Mate – Deck Ops & Small Boat Specialist

U.S. Navy; Vandiver (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations on ships, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck activities, and security tasks.

You will stand watches, operate small boats, supervise deck operations, and participate in replenishments and at-sea duties as part of a team. Opportunities exist to lead Junior Sailors as you advance within the Navy.

Qualifications

• Eligible to serve in the United States Navy and meet citizenship/work status requirements.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions; bachelor's/qualifying degree for officers.
• Able to pass medical, vision, and dental standards and security screening.
• Age and physical fitness standards must be met.

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 ops

Watchstanding

Small boat ops

Flight deck ops

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (enlisted)

Job description

U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations on ships, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck activities, and security tasks.

You will stand watches, operate small boats, supervise deck operations, and participate in replenishments and at-sea duties as part of a team. Opportunities exist to lead Junior Sailors as you advance within the Navy.