Deck Operations Specialist: Boatswain's Mate

U.S. Navy; Higganum (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy in the United States offers Boatswains Mate duties focused on seamanship and deck operations aboard ships. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling and flight deck activities to keep the fleet ready for operations.

Expect hands-on work outdoors in varied conditions, with frequent watches day and night at sea and in port. Advancement opportunities come with performance, time in rate, and completion of required qualifications.

Qualifications

• General Navy enlistment requirements and aptitude.
• Demonstrated ability to perform physically demanding duties.
• Ability to operate with others in a shipboard environment.

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

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy in the United States offers Boatswains Mate duties focused on seamanship and deck operations aboard ships. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling and flight deck activities to keep the fleet ready for operations.

Expect hands-on work outdoors in varied conditions, with frequent watches day and night at sea and in port. Advancement opportunities come with performance, time in rate, and completion of required qualifications.