Maritime Deck Ops Lead - Boatswain's Mate

U.S. Navy; San Marino (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

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, keeping the fleet ready to sail and fight.

Key responsibilities include standing watches, operating small boats, repairing deck gear, and conducting replenishments at sea, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance.

Qualifications

• Enlistment standards include citizenship or residency requirements and medical/physical fitness criteria.
• Physical strength and stamina for outdoor maritime work, often with repetitive tasks, ladders, and heavy loads.
• Ability to work well in a team, follow safety procedures, and communicate clearly in a shipboard environment.

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

Teamwork

Communication

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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, keeping the fleet ready to sail and fight.

Key responsibilities include standing watches, operating small boats, repairing deck gear, and conducting replenishments at sea, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance.