Deck Operations Specialist: Boatswain’s Mate

U.S. Navy; Chula Vista (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education benefits

Retirement options

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to serve on surface ships, handling seamanship, deck operations, and watchstanding duties. You will operate small boats and support flight deck and amphibious operations, while maintaining deck equipment and surfaces.

Expect outdoor, physically demanding work with high tempo evolutions, team-focused collaboration, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through BM paths.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to pass physical fitness and security clearance requirements.

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

Seamanship

Watchstanding

Deck operations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to serve on surface ships, handling seamanship, deck operations, and watchstanding duties. You will operate small boats and support flight deck and amphibious operations, while maintaining deck equipment and surfaces.

Expect outdoor, physically demanding work with high tempo evolutions, team-focused collaboration, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through BM paths.