Deck Operations Specialist – Boatswain's Mate

U.S. Navy; Plainfield (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to join the deck department on a surface ship. You will be responsible for seamanship, deck operations, and supporting cargo handling, flight deck activities, and security watches in varied environments.

You will stand watches, operate small boats, maintain equipment, and contribute to replenishment at sea, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting enlistment standards and being physically fit.
• Experience with seamanship, deck handling, or small-boat operations is valuable.
• Willingness to work in varied sea and weather conditions alongside a ship’s crew.

Responsibilities

• Stand watch as helmsman and Boatswain's 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

Watchstanding

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to join the deck department on a surface ship. You will be responsible for seamanship, deck operations, and supporting cargo handling, flight deck activities, and security watches in varied environments.

You will stand watches, operate small boats, maintain equipment, and contribute to replenishment at sea, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance.