Deck Operations Specialist - Boatswain's Mate

U.S. Navy; Thorntown (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Navy is seeking a Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations essential to ship readiness. You will stand watches, operate small boats, and support flight deck and cargo handling during varied operations.

Responsibilities include maintaining deck equipment, assisting in underway replenishment, and standing security watches. Strong teamwork and physical fitness are critical to succeed in this role.

Qualifications

• Ability to 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.

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

Physical fitness

Situational awareness

Watchstanding

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The U.S. Navy is seeking a Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations essential to ship readiness. You will stand watches, operate small boats, and support flight deck and cargo handling during varied operations.

Responsibilities include maintaining deck equipment, assisting in underway replenishment, and standing security watches. Strong teamwork and physical fitness are critical to succeed in this role.