Deck Operations Lead — Boatswain’s Mate (Navy)

U.S. Navy; Crivitz (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Post-9/11 GI Bill

Navy COOL-funded certifications

USMAP apprenticeships

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations expert responsible for watchstanding, helmsman duties, and handling small boats. You will maintain deck equipment and ship surfaces, support flight deck operations, and participate in replenishment and cargo handling at sea.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and adaptability to varied weather and sea conditions, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance within the deck department.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment standards and education requirements.
• Demonstrated seamanship and deck operation skills are essential.
• Ability to work in a team and follow safety procedures on shipboard operations.

Responsibilities

• Stand watch as helmsman and lookout and Boatswains Mate of the Watch.
• Operate small boats and support flight deck and cargo operations.
• Repair and maintain deck equipment and ship surfaces.
• Participate in underway replenishment and cargo handling at sea.

Skills

Seamanship

Deck operations

Watchstanding

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations expert responsible for watchstanding, helmsman duties, and handling small boats. You will maintain deck equipment and ship surfaces, support flight deck operations, and participate in replenishment and cargo handling at sea.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and adaptability to varied weather and sea conditions, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance within the deck department.