Deck Operations Specialist — Boatswain's Mate at Sea

U.S. Navy; Minnesota Lake (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

GI Bill Benefits

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations role responsible for small boat handling, topside maintenance, cargo tasks, and flight deck support to keep ships ready for operations.

In this role you will stand watches, operate boats, maintain deck gear, participate in replenishments, and lead junior Sailors as you advance, with opportunities across surface ships and shore installations.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy and meet enlistment standards.
• A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Ability to pass security and medical screening as required.

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

Watchstanding

Small boat operations

Leadership

Security watches

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations role responsible for small boat handling, topside maintenance, cargo tasks, and flight deck support to keep ships ready for operations.

In this role you will stand watches, operate boats, maintain deck gear, participate in replenishments, and lead junior Sailors as you advance, with opportunities across surface ships and shore installations.