Deck Operations Specialist — Boatswain’s Mate

U.S. Navy; Sandy Hook (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

GI Bill

Navy COOL certifications

Job summary

The U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates to serve as seamanship and deck operations experts on surface ships.

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 hands-on outdoor work in varied weather, frequent watches day and night, and high tempo evolutions during replenishments and flight deck activities.

Qualifications

• Enlisted requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Meet age, medical, vision, and character standards as outlined by Navy policy.
• Successful completion of Recruit Training and BM A School after assignment.

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

Fitness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates to serve as seamanship and deck operations experts on surface ships.

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 hands-on outdoor work in varied weather, frequent watches day and night, and high tempo evolutions during replenishments and flight deck activities.