Deck Operations Pro - Boatswain's Mate

U.S. Navy; Imperial Beach (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

GI Bill

Navy COOL certifications

USMAP apprenticeships

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations, including helm/watch duties and small-boat handling. You will maintain deck equipment and support flight deck activities, cargo handling, and underway replenishments.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety procedures, and physical stamina in varied conditions aboard ships and at shore installations. Opportunities for leadership grow with performance.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy (citizenship/work status).
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions; bachelor's for officers.
• Meet age, medical, vision, dental requirements; background screening.
• Passing required aptitude tests for enlistment or officer programs.

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

Safety procedures

Communication

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree for officer positions

Job description

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations, including helm/watch duties and small-boat handling. You will maintain deck equipment and support flight deck activities, cargo handling, and underway replenishments.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety procedures, and physical stamina in varied conditions aboard ships and at shore installations. Opportunities for leadership grow with performance.