Deck Operations Pro: Boatswain’s Mate

U.S. Navy; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to be a seamanship and deck operations expert aboard ships. You will stand watches as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, maintain deck gear, conduct replenishments at sea, and support cargo handling and flight deck activities.

This role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and hands-on training with on-the-job qualification and advancement opportunities within the deck department.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, including citizenship/work status as required
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions; a bachelor’s or qualifying professional degree for officer programs
• Meet age, medical, vision and dental standards; background screening; and test scores as required

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

Communication

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree (officer programs)

Job description

The U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to be a seamanship and deck operations expert aboard ships. You will stand watches as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, maintain deck gear, conduct replenishments at sea, and support cargo handling and flight deck activities.

This role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and hands-on training with on-the-job qualification and advancement opportunities within the deck department.