Deck Operations Specialist - Boatswain's Mate

U.S. Navy; West Mansfield (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boatswains Mate role in the U.S. Navy focuses on seamanship and deck operations, standing watches, operating small boats, and maintaining deck equipment aboard ships. This demanding occupation emphasizes teamwork, discipline, and safety as you support varied operations at sea and in port.

You will participate in underway replenishment, cargo handling, and flight deck activities, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance, across worldwide assignments and shipboard careers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required for enlisted roles.
• Ability to perform physically demanding maritime work in varied weather.
• Commitment to safety and teamwork in shipboard operations.

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.

Skills

Watchstanding

Deck operations

Small boats handling

Underway replenishment

Security watches

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Boatswains Mate role in the U.S. Navy focuses on seamanship and deck operations, standing watches, operating small boats, and maintaining deck equipment aboard ships. This demanding occupation emphasizes teamwork, discipline, and safety as you support varied operations at sea and in port.

You will participate in underway replenishment, cargo handling, and flight deck activities, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance, across worldwide assignments and shipboard careers.