Deck Operations Specialist - Boatswain's Mate

U.S. Navy; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations specialist responsible for operating small boats, maintaining deck surfaces, and supporting cargo handling and flight deck activities.

The role includes standing watches, participating in naval ceremonies, and advancing through on-the-job training with opportunities for leadership as you gain experience aboard surface ships and shore installations.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment standards and education requirements.
• Enlisted roles typically require high school diploma and citizenship or residency as applicable.

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

Leadership

Seamanship

Deck operations

Watchstanding

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations specialist responsible for operating small boats, maintaining deck surfaces, and supporting cargo handling and flight deck activities.

The role includes standing watches, participating in naval ceremonies, and advancing through on-the-job training with opportunities for leadership as you gain experience aboard surface ships and shore installations.