Deck Operations Specialist (Boatswain’s Mate)

U.S. Navy; Methuen (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations expert responsible for watchstanding, small boat handling, and maintaining deck equipment across ships and shoreside assignments.

You will support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance and to serve aboard surface ships and shore installations here in the United States and overseas.

Qualifications

• Enlistees typically hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Officers require a bachelor’s or qualifying professional degree.

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

Clear communication

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree for officer

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations expert responsible for watchstanding, small boat handling, and maintaining deck equipment across ships and shoreside assignments.

You will support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance and to serve aboard surface ships and shore installations here in the United States and overseas.