Deck Operations Specialist — Boatswain's Mate

U.S. Navy; Oquawka (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mates, seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ship's crew. They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security.

This role offers hands-on outdoor work, frequent watches day and night, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance. Assignments on surface ships and shore installations in the United States and overseas.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards.
• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status.
• A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelors or qualifying professional degree for officer positions.
• Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.
• Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements.
• Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening.
• Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the ASVAB for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs.

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.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mates, seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ship's crew. They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security.

This role offers hands-on outdoor work, frequent watches day and night, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance. Assignments on surface ships and shore installations in the United States and overseas.