Deck Ops Specialist - Boatswain's Mate

U.S. Navy; Vandergrift (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate perform seamanship and deck operations essential to keeping a ship ready to sail and fight. They stand watch as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, support flight deck operations, and maintain deck equipment and exterior surfaces.

They participate in underway replenishment, cargo handling, and security watches, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as they advance. This role involves outdoor, physically demanding work in varied conditions aboard surface ships

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions.
• Ability to meet medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements.

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 and stamina

Teamwork and communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate perform seamanship and deck operations essential to keeping a ship ready to sail and fight. They stand watch as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, support flight deck operations, and maintain deck equipment and exterior surfaces.

They participate in underway replenishment, cargo handling, and security watches, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as they advance. This role involves outdoor, physically demanding work in varied conditions aboard surface ships