Deck Operations Master — Boatswain's Mate

U.S. Navy; Pratt (WV); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to serve as seamanship and deck operations expert, handling small boats, maintaining topside gear, and supporting cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security.

You will stand watches, operate vessels, conduct replenishments, and lead junior Sailors as you advance, with assignments on surface ships and at shore installations worldwide.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include citizenship or legal residency and work status, high school diploma or equivalent, age limits, medical and physical standards, character and conduct standards, and required test scores.
• Additional qualifications include physical strength and stamina, teamwork, safe shipboard communication.

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

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to serve as seamanship and deck operations expert, handling small boats, maintaining topside gear, and supporting cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security.

You will stand watches, operate vessels, conduct replenishments, and lead junior Sailors as you advance, with assignments on surface ships and at shore installations worldwide.