Boatswain’s Mate: Deck Ops & Small Boat Expert

U.S. Navy; Hamlin Township (PA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

GI Bill

Navy COOL certifications

Job summary

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts responsible for steering, small-boat handling, and maintaining deck equipment across ships and shoreside assignments.

They perform underway replenishment, cargo handling, and security watches, with advancement opportunities through on‑the‑job training and BM A School, reinforcing teamwork in demanding maritime environments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required for enlisted roles.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work well in a team.
• Physical strength and stamina for outdoor maritime duties.

Responsibilities

• Stand watch as helmsman, lookout, and Boatswain’s 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

Physical strength

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree for officer positions

Job description

U.S. Navy Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts responsible for steering, small-boat handling, and maintaining deck equipment across ships and shoreside assignments.

They perform underway replenishment, cargo handling, and security watches, with advancement opportunities through on‑the‑job training and BM A School, reinforcing teamwork in demanding maritime environments.