Boatswain Mate: Deck & Small-Boat Ops

U.S. Navy; Reedsburg (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts responsible for standing watch, handling small boats, and maintaining deck equipment on ships. They support flight deck and replenishment operations, cargo handling, and security duties at sea and in port.

These roles emphasize teamwork, physical fitness, and adherence to safety procedures in challenging maritime environments, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, a high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and meeting age, medical, and conduct standards.
• Additional qualifications can include physical strength, teamwork, clear communication, and readiness to work 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.

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts responsible for standing watch, handling small boats, and maintaining deck equipment on ships. They support flight deck and replenishment operations, cargo handling, and security duties at sea and in port.

These roles emphasize teamwork, physical fitness, and adherence to safety procedures in challenging maritime environments, with opportunities to lead junior Sailors as you advance.