Deck Ops Specialist — Boatswain’s Mate

U.S. Navy; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mate to serve as a seamanship and deck operations expert onboard surface ships. You will handle small boats, support flight deck and cargo handling, and help maintain deck equipment and exterior surfaces.

Expect to stand watches, participate in underway replenishment, and contribute to security watches. Advancement opportunities exist through qualification, performance, and time in rate within the Navy family.

Qualifications

• Team-oriented mariners who can follow orders and operate in a shipboard environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and procedures in physically demanding settings.
• Clear communication to coordinate with deck and flight operations.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and sea conditions.

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

Physical strength

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mate to serve as a seamanship and deck operations expert onboard surface ships. You will handle small boats, support flight deck and cargo handling, and help maintain deck equipment and exterior surfaces.

Expect to stand watches, participate in underway replenishment, and contribute to security watches. Advancement opportunities exist through qualification, performance, and time in rate within the Navy family.