Deck Operations Specialist – Boatswain's Mate

U.S. Navy; Killen (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Health benefits

Retirement options

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate role focusing on seamanship, deck operations, and ship efficiency. You will manage small boats, maintain topside gear, and support cargo handling, flight deck activities, and security watches.

Expect outdoor, physically demanding work with shifts at sea and in port. Opportunities for leadership and advancement exist through on-the-job training and BM A School.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, including citizenship/work status and medical/dental requirements.
• Ability to work in a maritime environment with safety protocols and teamwork.
• Promotion and advancement depend on performance and training.

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

Safety procedures

Communication

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate role focusing on seamanship, deck operations, and ship efficiency. You will manage small boats, maintain topside gear, and support cargo handling, flight deck activities, and security watches.

Expect outdoor, physically demanding work with shifts at sea and in port. Opportunities for leadership and advancement exist through on-the-job training and BM A School.