Deck Operations Specialist – Boatswain’s Mate

U.S. Navy; Coudersport (Potter County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

GI Bill Benefits

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations expert responsible for helm and lookout duties, operating small boats, and supporting flight deck functions.

You will maintain deck equipment, manage cargo handling at sea, and participate in security watches and naval ceremonies. The role emphasizes outdoor, physically demanding work with shifts at sea and in port, offering opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance and develop specialized qualifications through BM A School

Qualifications

• General enlistment standards must be met, including citizenship/work status, health and fitness, character and conduct, and security clearance eligibility.
• On-the-job qualification in seamanship, small boat handling, deck operations, and watchstanding.
• Advancement based on performance, time in rate, and 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

Watchstanding

Deck operations

Maritime seamanship

Security clearance eligibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations expert responsible for helm and lookout duties, operating small boats, and supporting flight deck functions.

You will maintain deck equipment, manage cargo handling at sea, and participate in security watches and naval ceremonies. The role emphasizes outdoor, physically demanding work with shifts at sea and in port, offering opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance and develop specialized qualifications through BM A School