Deck Operations Specialist — Boatswain's Mate

U.S. Navy; Cloverdale (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Post-9/11 GI Bill

Navy COOL certifications

Job summary

U.S. Navy is seeking a Boatswains Mate to serve as a seasoned seamanship and deck operations specialist. You will stand watches, operate small boats, and assist with flight deck and cargo handling to keep ships ready for sea.

You will repair deck equipment, perform maintenance on exterior surfaces, and participate in replenishment at sea, port security, and naval ceremonies, contributing to close teamwork within the deck department and potential leadership opportunities as you advance.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting enlistment standards and eligibility to serve.
• High school diploma or equivalent is typically required for enlisted positions; officers require further qualifications.

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

Watchstanding

Small boat handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree for officer programs

Job description

U.S. Navy is seeking a Boatswains Mate to serve as a seasoned seamanship and deck operations specialist. You will stand watches, operate small boats, and assist with flight deck and cargo handling to keep ships ready for sea.

You will repair deck equipment, perform maintenance on exterior surfaces, and participate in replenishment at sea, port security, and naval ceremonies, contributing to close teamwork within the deck department and potential leadership opportunities as you advance.