Deck Ops Specialist: Boatswain’s Mate at Sea

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

Job summary

Boatswains Mate in the U.S. Navy is a seamanship and deck operations expert role. You 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.

Expect hands-on outdoor work, frequent watches, and close teamwork within the deck department. Opportunities to lead junior Sailors arise as you advance through qualified training and on-the-job experience.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards and qualification prerequisites.
• Advancement and training are based on performance, time in rate, and completion of required 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.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Boatswains Mate in the U.S. Navy is a seamanship and deck operations expert role. You 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.

Expect hands-on outdoor work, frequent watches, and close teamwork within the deck department. Opportunities to lead junior Sailors arise as you advance through qualified training and on-the-job experience.