Deck Operations Specialist (Boatswain’s Mate)

U.S. Navy; Ocean Park (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy boatswains mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security aboard ships. They handle small boats and maintain topside equipment to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight.

In this role you will stand watches, operate small boats, repair deck gear, and participate in underway replenishment and cargo handling, all while contributing to naval ceremonies and maintaining ship safety and readiness.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, citizenship or residency and work status requirements.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions; bachelor/qualifying degree for officer positions.
• Medical, vision, and dental standards with physical fitness requirements.

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 awareness

Physical fitness

Communication

Job description

U.S. Navy boatswains mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security aboard ships. They handle small boats and maintain topside equipment to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight.

In this role you will stand watches, operate small boats, repair deck gear, and participate in underway replenishment and cargo handling, all while contributing to naval ceremonies and maintaining ship safety and readiness.