Boatswain Mate — Deck & Small Boat Ops Specialist

U.S. Navy; New Cumberland (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy seeks Boatswains Mates to join the deck team aboard surface ships. You will perform seamanship tasks, lead junior Sailors, and support cargo handling and flight deck operations while maintaining ship surfaces and equipment.

Responsibilities include standing watches as helmsman and lookout, operating small boats, and conducting replenishments at sea. Expect outdoor work, teamwork, and clear advancement paths through on‑the‑job training.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy.
• A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions.
• Meeting age limits, medical, vision and dental standards, and background screening as required.

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 seeks Boatswains Mates to join the deck team aboard surface ships. You will perform seamanship tasks, lead junior Sailors, and support cargo handling and flight deck operations while maintaining ship surfaces and equipment.

Responsibilities include standing watches as helmsman and lookout, operating small boats, and conducting replenishments at sea. Expect outdoor work, teamwork, and clear advancement paths through on‑the‑job training.