Deck Operations Specialist: Boatswain’s Mate

U.S. Navy; Oswego Township (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are 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, keeping the fleet ready to sail and fight.

Boatswains Mates stand watch as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, and perform maintenance on deck surfaces. They participate in replenishments and cargo handling at sea while advancing through qualification and

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, citizenship or other legal status as required by program and policy.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted; bachelor's for officer programs.
• Meets age, medical, vision, dental standards and background screening as part of eligibility.

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

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree for officer

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are 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, keeping the fleet ready to sail and fight.

Boatswains Mates stand watch as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, and perform maintenance on deck surfaces. They participate in replenishments and cargo handling at sea while advancing through qualification and