Boatswain’s Mate — Deck Operations & Watchstander

U.S. Navy; Sunriver (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Post-9/11 GI Bill

Navy College Program opportunities

USMAP apprenticeships

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations specialist responsible for helm and lookout duties, small boat operations, and maintaining deck equipment.

You will support flight deck activities, underway replenishment, and cargo handling while working in a dynamic maritime environment. This role emphasizes teamwork, physical endurance, safety discipline, and clear communication as you progress and lead junior Sailors in demanding assignments aboard surface ships and shore

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve citizenship or residency requirements.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions; a bachelor’s degree for officer programs may be required.
• Meet age, medical, vision, dental, and fitness standards.
• Security clearance eligibility when required for rating or duties.

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

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Safety procedures

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree for officers

Tools

BM A School

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate is a seamanship and deck operations specialist responsible for helm and lookout duties, small boat operations, and maintaining deck equipment.

You will support flight deck activities, underway replenishment, and cargo handling while working in a dynamic maritime environment. This role emphasizes teamwork, physical endurance, safety discipline, and clear communication as you progress and lead junior Sailors in demanding assignments aboard surface ships and shore