Deck Operations Leader: Boatswain's Mate

U.S. Navy; Birdsboro (Berks County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations essential to a ship's readiness. You will stand watch as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, assist with flight deck activities, and help maintain deck surfaces and equipment.

The role involves underway replenishment, cargo handling, and security watches, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance and complete required qualifications.

Qualifications

• Eligible to serve in the United States Navy and meet enlistment standards.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Ability to pass medical, vision, and dental standards and meet physical fitness requirements.
• Good conduct and background screening.
• Willingness to pursue on-the-job qualifications in seamanship, small boat handling, deck operations, and watchstanding.

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

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations essential to a ship's readiness. You will stand watch as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, assist with flight deck activities, and help maintain deck surfaces and equipment.

The role involves underway replenishment, cargo handling, and security watches, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance and complete required qualifications.