Boatswain's Mate: Deck Ops & Shipboard Leadership

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

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate positions involve seamanship and deck operations across ships. You will stand watches as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, and support flight deck activities, cargo handling, and security operations at sea and in port.

The role emphasizes teamwork, physical endurance, and strict safety practices in dynamic maritime environments, with opportunities for leadership as you advance.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, including citizenship/work status and education requirements.
• Physical strength and stamina for outdoor maritime work, climbing ladders, lifting heavy loads.
• Ability to work well in a team and follow safety procedures in shipboard environments.

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

Safety procedures

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree (for officer paths)

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mate positions involve seamanship and deck operations across ships. You will stand watches as helmsman and lookout, operate small boats, and support flight deck activities, cargo handling, and security operations at sea and in port.

The role emphasizes teamwork, physical endurance, and strict safety practices in dynamic maritime environments, with opportunities for leadership as you advance.