Deck Ops Pro: Boatswain’s Mate at Sea

U.S. Navy; Streator (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate role focuses on seamanship and deck operations across surface ships.

You will lead seamanship tasks, handle small boats, maintain topside gear, support cargo handling, flight deck activities, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight. Expect outdoor work in varied weather, frequent watches day and night, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through BM qualifications and on-the-job training at Great Lakes, Illinois, and aboard

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Ability to work in outdoor maritime environments and variable weather.
• Willingness to stand watches in port or at sea and perform physically demanding tasks.

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

Security procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Navy procedures

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate role focuses on seamanship and deck operations across surface ships.

You will lead seamanship tasks, handle small boats, maintain topside gear, support cargo handling, flight deck activities, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight. Expect outdoor work in varied weather, frequent watches day and night, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance through BM qualifications and on-the-job training at Great Lakes, Illinois, and aboard