Boatswain's Mate: Deck Operations & Small Boat Mastery

U.S. Navy; Belvidere (SD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

GI Bill Benefits

Job summary

The U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates to serve as seamanship and deck operations experts aboard ships.

You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight. This role involves standing watches, operating boats, repairing deck gear, leading junior Sailors, and training in underway replenishment and shipboard procedures.

Qualifications

• Proven seamanship and deck-handling abilities.
• Ability to perform watchstanding duties on a ship.
• Strong teamwork and adaptability to changing shipboard tasks.

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

Watchstanding

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates to serve as seamanship and deck operations experts aboard ships.

You will handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo handling, flight deck operations, and maritime security to keep the fleet ready to sail and fight. This role involves standing watches, operating boats, repairing deck gear, leading junior Sailors, and training in underway replenishment and shipboard procedures.