Boatswain Mate: Deck Ops & Small-Boat Specialist

U.S. Navy; Delcambre (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate position involves seamanship and deck operations essential to ship readiness. You will stand watches as helmsman and lookout, operate small craft, and support flight deck and cargo handling at sea.

You’ll repair deck equipment, participate in replenishments, and stand security watches in port and at sea. Expect hands-on, outdoor work with high tempo evolutions, strong teamwork, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status.
• A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelors or qualifying professional degree for officer positions.
• Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.
• Medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements.
• Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening.
• Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the ASVAB for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs.
• Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator.
• Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

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.

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate position involves seamanship and deck operations essential to ship readiness. You will stand watches as helmsman and lookout, operate small craft, and support flight deck and cargo handling at sea.

You’ll repair deck equipment, participate in replenishments, and stand security watches in port and at sea. Expect hands-on, outdoor work with high tempo evolutions, strong teamwork, and opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance.