Deck Ops Specialist - Boatswain's Mate

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

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Health benefits

Career advancement

Job summary

The U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates to perform seamanship and deck operations aboard surface ships. You will stand watches, handle small boats, maintain topside gear, and support cargo handling, flight deck activities, and maritime security.

This role emphasizes teamwork, physical fitness, and on-the-job training, with advancement opportunities based on performance, time in rate, and completion of required qualifications; recruitment includes BM A School after Recruit Training.

Qualifications

• Must meet enlistment qualifications for the United States Navy.
• Ability to complete required physical fitness standards.
• Completion of BM A School after Recruit Training and on-the-job qualifications.

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

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Small boat handling

Deck equipment maintenance

Flight deck operations

Job description

The U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates to perform seamanship and deck operations aboard surface ships. You will stand watches, handle small boats, maintain topside gear, and support cargo handling, flight deck activities, and maritime security.

This role emphasizes teamwork, physical fitness, and on-the-job training, with advancement opportunities based on performance, time in rate, and completion of required qualifications; recruitment includes BM A School after Recruit Training.