Deck Operations Specialist (Boatswain's Mate)

U.S. Navy; Chicopee (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Health benefits

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations, including standing watches, operating small boats, and maintaining deck equipment on surface ships. You will participate in underway replenishment, cargo handling, and security watches, contributing to mission readiness.

Expect outdoor work in varied conditions, high tempo evolutions, and strong teamwork with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance within the deck department.

Qualifications

• Physical strength and stamina to work safely in an outdoor maritime environment.
• Ability to work well in a team, follow safety procedures, and communicate clearly in a shipboard environment.

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

Physical strength

Teamwork & safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Officer program eligibility (bachelor or higher)

Job description

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations, including standing watches, operating small boats, and maintaining deck equipment on surface ships. You will participate in underway replenishment, cargo handling, and security watches, contributing to mission readiness.

Expect outdoor work in varied conditions, high tempo evolutions, and strong teamwork with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance within the deck department.