Deck Ops Pro: Boatswain's Mate at Sea

U.S. Navy; West Lebanon (PA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

GI Bill

Navy COOL certifications

USMAP apprenticeships

Health coverage

Retirement options

Job summary

U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates, skilled in seamanship, deck operations, and shipboard logistics. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck activities, and security duties across seagoing environments.

Responsibilities include standing watch, operating boats, and performing maintenance while working in varied weather and sea conditions. Opportunities exist for leadership as you advance within a shipboard team.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment standards and medical fitness.
• Ability to work as part of a deck crew in varied conditions and environments.
• Strong emphasis on safety, teamwork and proactive communication.

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

Physical strength

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates, skilled in seamanship, deck operations, and shipboard logistics. You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck activities, and security duties across seagoing environments.

Responsibilities include standing watch, operating boats, and performing maintenance while working in varied weather and sea conditions. Opportunities exist for leadership as you advance within a shipboard team.