Deck Operations Specialist — Boatswain's Mate

U.S. Navy; Mount Olive (AL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

GI Bill

Retirement Benefits

Job summary

Boatswains Mate in the U.S. Navy is an enlisted seamanship and deck operations role. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight.

Expect outdoor work, watches day and night, aboard ships and at shore facilities, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance in a team-focused deck department.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to enlist in the United States Navy, with high school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to meet medical, vision, and dental standards and conduct standards.

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

Communication

Safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Boatswains Mate in the U.S. Navy is an enlisted seamanship and deck operations role. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight.

Expect outdoor work, watches day and night, aboard ships and at shore facilities, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance in a team-focused deck department.