Maritime Deck Ops Specialist – Boatswain's Mate

U.S. Navy; Bodega Bay (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

GI Bill

Health coverage

Retirement options

Job summary

The Boatswains Mate role in the U.S. Navy is a seamanship and deck operations specialist position aboard ships. You will stand watches, operate small boats, maintain deck equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and security.

Expect outdoor work in varied weather and sea conditions, with high tempo evolutions during replenishments and flight deck activities. You will work closely with the deck department and have opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, including citizenship or legal residency and work status.
• High school diploma or equivalent required for enlisted positions.
• Meeting medical, vision and dental standards 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

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Communication

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The Boatswains Mate role in the U.S. Navy is a seamanship and deck operations specialist position aboard ships. You will stand watches, operate small boats, maintain deck equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and security.

Expect outdoor work in varied weather and sea conditions, with high tempo evolutions during replenishments and flight deck activities. You will work closely with the deck department and have opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance.