Deck Operations Specialist: Boatswain’s Mate

U.S. Navy; Mendon (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate responsibilities include seamanship and deck operations, standing watch as helmsman and lookout, and maintaining deck equipment.

You will operate small boats, support flight deck and cargo handling, perform underway replenishment at sea, and stand security watches while developing teamwork and leadership on the deck. Assignments on surface ships and shore facilities in the United States and overseas provide hands-on, outdoor work in varied weather, with opportunities

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong seamanship and deck operation skills.
• Ability to stand watch and work in teams.

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

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate responsibilities include seamanship and deck operations, standing watch as helmsman and lookout, and maintaining deck equipment.

You will operate small boats, support flight deck and cargo handling, perform underway replenishment at sea, and stand security watches while developing teamwork and leadership on the deck. Assignments on surface ships and shore facilities in the United States and overseas provide hands-on, outdoor work in varied weather, with opportunities