Deck Ops Specialist Boatswain’s Mate

U.S. Navy; Selinsgrove (Snyder County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates, seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ships crew.

They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight. As a Boatswains Mate, you will stand watch as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats and support flight deck operations, while repairing deck equipment, conducting replenishments at sea, and standing

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required for enlisted positions.
• Eligible to serve in the United States Navy; citizenship/residency per program.
• Ability to meet medical, vision, and dental standards.
• Recruit Training and BM A School paths lead to advancement.

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

Skills

Seamanship

Deck operations

Watchstanding

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates, seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ships crew.

They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight. As a Boatswains Mate, you will stand watch as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats and support flight deck operations, while repairing deck equipment, conducting replenishments at sea, and standing