Deck Ops Specialist - Boatswain’s Mate

U.S. Navy; Tipp City (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Post-9/11 GI Bill

USMAP apprenticeships

Navy College Program opportunities

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to join the deck crew, handling seamanship and shipboard operations. You will stand watches, operate small boats, and assist with flight deck and cargo handling to keep the fleet ready for action.

Expect outdoor work in varied weather, frequent watches, and high tempo evolutions during replenishments. You will work closely with the deck team and may lead junior Sailors as you advance.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require enlistment eligibility and meeting standards.
• Basic seamanship and deck operations knowledge preferred.
• Willingness to work varied shifts and in outdoor maritime environments.

Responsibilities

• Stand watch as helmsman, lookout, and Boatswain's 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

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy seeks a Boatswains Mate to join the deck crew, handling seamanship and shipboard operations. You will stand watches, operate small boats, and assist with flight deck and cargo handling to keep the fleet ready for action.

Expect outdoor work in varied weather, frequent watches, and high tempo evolutions during replenishments. You will work closely with the deck team and may lead junior Sailors as you advance.