Deck Operations Lead – Boatswain's Mate at Sea

U.S. Navy; Pine City (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Healthcare benefits

Retirement options

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ship's 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 watches day and night, at sea and in port, and lead junior Sailors as you advance within a dynamic deck department. This role offers hands-on outdoor work and opportunities to develop leadership in a

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy.
• A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor’s or qualifying professional degree for officer positions.
• Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.
• Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements.
• Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening.
• Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the ASVAB for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs.
• Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator.
• Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

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.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree for officer positions

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ship's 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 watches day and night, at sea and in port, and lead junior Sailors as you advance within a dynamic deck department. This role offers hands-on outdoor work and opportunities to develop leadership in a