Deck Ops Specialist: Boatswain’s Mate at Sea

U.S. Navy; Reynoldsburg (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations essential to a ships crew. Duties include handling small boats, maintaining topside equipment, and supporting cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security.

Expect hands-on outdoor work, watch duties day and night, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance within the deck department.

Qualifications

• Enlisted Navy role; citizenship/residency as required by program
• Must meet medical, vision, dental and fitness standards
• Character and conduct standards with background screening
• Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery or officer tests as applicable

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

Watchstanding

Maritime ops

Small boat handling

Deck operations

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma

Job description

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mate to perform seamanship and deck operations essential to a ships crew. Duties include handling small boats, maintaining topside equipment, and supporting cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security.

Expect hands-on outdoor work, watch duties day and night, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance within the deck department.