Deck Operations Leader - Boatswain's Mate at Sea

U.S. Navy; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a frontline seamanship and deck operations role responsible for watchstanding, small boat handling, and maintaining deck equipment on surface ships.

You will support flight deck operations, underway replenishment, and cargo handling at sea while maintaining vessel surfaces and participating in security watches in port and at sea. The position emphasizes teamwork within the deck department, physical outdoor work, and opportunities for advancement through completion of

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong seamanship and deck operations skills.
• Ability to work in outdoor maritime environments and follow safety procedures.

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 operations

Small boat handling

Watchstanding

Flight deck operations

Maritime security

Education

High school diploma

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a frontline seamanship and deck operations role responsible for watchstanding, small boat handling, and maintaining deck equipment on surface ships.

You will support flight deck operations, underway replenishment, and cargo handling at sea while maintaining vessel surfaces and participating in security watches in port and at sea. The position emphasizes teamwork within the deck department, physical outdoor work, and opportunities for advancement through completion of