Maritime Deck Ops & Boatswain's Mate

U.S. Navy; Montreal (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Navy Health Care

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ship’s 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.

Boatswains Mates stand watches, operate boats, and lead teams in demanding environments. They advance through training, qualification, and on-the-job experience, with opportunities to assume greater leadership roles

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Proven seamanship and deck operation skills expected.
• Experience in watchstanding and leading junior Sailors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Stand watch as helmsman and lookout.
• Operate small boats and support flight deck operations.
• Repair and maintain deck equipment and exterior surfaces.
• Conduct underway replenishment and cargo handling at sea.
• Stand security watches in port and underway; participate in naval ceremonies.

Skills

Seamanship

Deck operations

Watchstanding

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ship’s 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.

Boatswains Mates stand watches, operate boats, and lead teams in demanding environments. They advance through training, qualification, and on-the-job experience, with opportunities to assume greater leadership roles