Deck Operations Specialist — Boatswain's Mate

U.S. Navy; Cypress Lake (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

U.S. Navy in the United States seeks Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations across ships and shore facilities. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security.

The role involves standing watches, operating equipment, and collaborating with the deck team. Training leads to qualification in seamanship and advancement through performance and time-in-rate requirements.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, citizenship/work status, a high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted roles, and meeting age limits set by policy.
• Medical, vision, and dental standards, including physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards.
• Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening.
• Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the ASVAB for enlisted roles.
• Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator.

Responsibilities

• Stand watch as helmsman, lookout, and Boatswain's 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

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy in the United States seeks Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations across ships and shore facilities. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security.

The role involves standing watches, operating equipment, and collaborating with the deck team. Training leads to qualification in seamanship and advancement through performance and time-in-rate requirements.