Boatswain’s Mate: Deck Ops & Small Boat Expert

U.S. Navy; Hoffman (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Post-9/11 GI Bill

Navy Health Care

Job summary

The U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates to join its deck operations core. You will be responsible for seamanship, watchstanding, operating small boats, and maintaining deck equipment to keep ships mission-ready.

As a Boatswains Mate, you will conduct replenishment at sea, support flight deck and cargo handling, and stand security watches both in port and at sea. A strong emphasis on teamwork, safety, and physical fitness is required for this demanding role.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy.
• High school diploma or equivalent (enlisted).
• Age, medical, vision, and background standards per Navy policy.
• Security clearance as required.

Responsibilities

• Stand watch as helmsman and lookout.
• Operate small boats and support flight deck operations.
• Repair and maintain deck equipment and exterior surfaces.
• Conduct underway replenishment and cargo handling at sea.
• Stand security watches in port and underway.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Communication

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The U.S. Navy is seeking Boatswains Mates to join its deck operations core. You will be responsible for seamanship, watchstanding, operating small boats, and maintaining deck equipment to keep ships mission-ready.

As a Boatswains Mate, you will conduct replenishment at sea, support flight deck and cargo handling, and stand security watches both in port and at sea. A strong emphasis on teamwork, safety, and physical fitness is required for this demanding role.