Deck Ops Pro — Boatswain's Mate

U.S. Navy; Middle Point (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

GI Bill

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate, a seamanship and deck operations expert responsible for watchstanding, small-boat handling, and maintaining exterior ship surfaces. You will support cargo handling, flight deck activities, and maritime security, contributing to mission readiness.

Responsibilities include replenishment operations, port security watches, and teamwork in a challenging maritime environment aboard surface ships and shore installations.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards.
• High school diploma or higher education may be required for officer programs.
• Ability to meet medical, fitness, and background requirements as per Navy policy.

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

Safety procedures

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree for officer programs

Job description

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate, a seamanship and deck operations expert responsible for watchstanding, small-boat handling, and maintaining exterior ship surfaces. You will support cargo handling, flight deck activities, and maritime security, contributing to mission readiness.

Responsibilities include replenishment operations, port security watches, and teamwork in a challenging maritime environment aboard surface ships and shore installations.