Deck Operations Specialist — Navy Boatswain’s Mate

U.S. Navy; St. Anne (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education benefits

Job summary

U.S. Navy in the United States offers Boatswains Mate role focusing on seamanship, deck operations, and watchstanding. You will stand watches, operate small boats, and maintain deck equipment while supporting cargo handling and flight deck activities.

Pathways and training include BM A School after Recruit Training, with advancement opportunities based on performance and time in rate. This role requires teamwork and physical fitness in maritime environments.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Physical fitness standards and security clearance where 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 handling

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy in the United States offers Boatswains Mate role focusing on seamanship, deck operations, and watchstanding. You will stand watches, operate small boats, and maintain deck equipment while supporting cargo handling and flight deck activities.

Pathways and training include BM A School after Recruit Training, with advancement opportunities based on performance and time in rate. This role requires teamwork and physical fitness in maritime environments.