Boatswain Mate: Deck & Small-Boat Ops

U.S. Navy; Wendover (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement options

Basic pay

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations specialist who supports cargo handling, flight deck operations, and security across ships and shore facilities.

You will stand watches, operate small boats, maintain deck gear, and participate in replenishment and ceremonies as part of a close-knit deck team. This role requires physical fitness, teamwork, and adherence to safety standards in varied maritime environments.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards.
• Ability to work well in a team, follow safety procedures, and communicate clearly on a ship.
• Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator.

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

Seamanship

Deck operations

Teamwork

Communication

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations specialist who supports cargo handling, flight deck operations, and security across ships and shore facilities.

You will stand watches, operate small boats, maintain deck gear, and participate in replenishment and ceremonies as part of a close-knit deck team. This role requires physical fitness, teamwork, and adherence to safety standards in varied maritime environments.